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Will Poulter Honored at Heartland Film Fest
14 Sep
Summary
- Actor Will Poulter to be honored at the 35th Heartland Film Festival.
- He will attend a special presentation of his drama 'Union County'.
- The festival showcases over 100 independent films from Oct. 8-18.
The 35th annual Heartland Film Festival, scheduled to run from October 8th to October 18th, will honor acclaimed actor Will Poulter. Poulter is scheduled to attend a special presentation of his recent drama "Union County" on October 17th.
During the festival, Poulter will be recognized at the awards brunch for his role in "Union County." The film features him and Noah Centineo as brothers navigating a drug rehabilitation program amidst the opioid epidemic in rural Ohio.
This year's festival will screen over 100 independent films, including 24 world or U.S. premieres and 36 regional premieres. The lineup includes narrative features, documentaries, and animated films, alongside Indiana-made stories.
Heartland Film, a nonprofit arts organization based in Indianapolis, founded in 1991, aims to celebrate diverse perspectives through film. The festival has awarded over $4 million in cash prizes, making it North America's largest.
Artistic director Greg Sorvig expressed excitement for a lineup reflecting bold storytelling and artistry, featuring both emerging voices and established filmmakers.
