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New Doc Fest Lights Up Ojai Playhouse
28 Sep
Summary
- Inaugural Ojai Documentary Film Festival runs October 26-30.
- Festival features acclaimed documentaries, filmmaker talks, and events.
- Ojai Playhouse and Hotel El Roblar collaborate for this event.
The inaugural Ojai Documentary Film Festival is set to launch from October 26-30 at the historic Ojai Playhouse. This new annual event is dedicated exclusively to documentary storytelling, showcasing nonfiction films in various formats.
The festival is a collaboration between Hotel El Roblar owners Eric Goode and Jeremy McBride, and David Berger, who acquired the Ojai Playhouse. They aim to create an experiential cinema event.
Attendees can anticipate a diverse program featuring acclaimed documentaries, including "Musk" by Alex Gibney and "Everest: The Other Side." Special revival screenings of films like "The Queen of Versailles" with director Lauren Greenfield are also planned.
Beyond screenings, the festival will host conversations on documentary filmmaking's realities, including legal and financial aspects. Educational initiatives will engage local high school students, offering them firsthand exposure to the industry.
