Celebrate the Past
As the cinema heads into its second century, sample its rich legacy through thematic series, special retrospectives, and director showcases.
Engage the Future
See new work of those on the cutting edge of the media arts. Meet the film and video makers who shape the visions of today and tomorrow.
Make New Visionaries
In addition to great film-going, Silver Screen Club subscription helps support the education and outreach programs of the Northwest Film Center. This includes the Center's School of Film and the Young Filmmakers Program for Kids + Teens which places professional media artists in school and community settings throughout Oregon. These programs provide hands-on learning experience in film, video, and animation; intensive teacher workshops in moving-image media; and the annual Young People's Film & Video Festival which encourages the work of young media makers and viewers from elementary to high school.
Support the Mission
The Northwest Film Center is a regional media arts resource and service organization founded to encourage the study, appreciation, and utilization of the moving-image arts, foster their artistic and professional excellence, and to help create a climate in which they may flourish.
Explore the World
Savor the sights and sounds of six continents as the popular Portland International Film Festival unreels 100 new films each February. Get to know your neighbors with November's annual Northwest Film & Video Festival.
Investigate our Times
From Reel Music to other thematic series that explore the arts, political and social issues, and the spirit of our region, the Center offers diverse works distinguished by their creativity, audacity, and independent spirit.
The Northwest Film Center is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, Oregon Arts Commission, Regional Arts & Culture Council, The Ted R. Gamble Film Endowment, The Rose E. Tucker Charitable Trust, The Paul G. Allen Foundation for the Arts, Academy Foundation of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, The John D. & Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, The Mount Hood Cable Regulatory Commission and the support of many members, friends, and program sponsors.
