FREE Film Screenings at Cowan Community Center!

Our friends at Cowan Community Center are hosting a series of community film screenings from Monday September 23rd to Wednesday September 25th! Please join Appalshop, The Appalachian Media Institute, and Cowan for three nights of FREE film screenings, all hosted at the Cowan Community Center (81 Sturgill Branch, Whitesburg, KY 41858) @ 6pm. You can read more about each film below:

Appalachian Lenses:

"Appalachian Lenses" is a documentary about young people in rural Kentucky who, through a filmmaking workshop, rediscover pride in their community while learning to create documentaries. However, just before the screening of their completed films, a once-in-a-thousand-year flood strikes the region. This documentary captures the story of how these young individuals faced and overcame adversity, highlighting their struggles and growth in the process.

ᏓᏗᏬᏂᏏ (We Will Speak):

The Cherokee language is in a State of Emergency, with fewer than 1,500 fluent speakers remaining due to assimilation efforts and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. "ᏓᏗᏬᏂᏏ (We Will Speak)" documentary, filmed from 2019 to 2022, highlights the importance of language in preserving Cherokee identity and calls for revitalization efforts led by activists, artists, and youth to prevent its extinction

AMI's 2024 showcase of our newest youth-produced short films:

“Heritage On A Plate” showcases Appalachian farmers, chefs, and gardeners as they walk us through the process of growing, cooking, and serving Appalachia’s most iconic meals and the importance they serve in the community.

"Under The Hood" delves into the intricate world of a chop shop and the family connected to it. The documentary traces the history of the chop shop, exploring its rise and the impact it had on the lives of the people involved. Years after the shop's decline, the film shifts focus to the remaining members of the family.

"Shoulder to Shoulder" is a short documentary embracing Appalachia’s punk, DIY, and skate scenes. Shining a light on the importance of community art and easily accessible third spaces like skateparks, the film revolves around a stencil workshop in Whitesburg, KY where many community members come together to create new and diverse art.

We hope to see you there!

Appalshop Staff