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Colorado College brings back Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival after 2-year hiatus

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival is coming back to Colorado College after a two-year hiatus. It’s an event that has lifted stories of women and many unheard or unseen through film for more than 30 years.

The 35th annual Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival begins November 11, 2022. More than 40 films will be screened during the three-day festival. 

Sample selections include: 

"Battleground"

Directed by Cynthia Lowen, Colorado College graduate 

A timely window into the intersection of abortion and politics in America, following three women who lead formidable anti-abortion organizations to witness the influence they wield.”

"Being Michelle"

“A film that raises awareness around the disproportionate impact of incarceration and systemic discrimination on deaf/disabled people," stated a news release.

"The Flagmakers"

Co-directed by Sharon Liese and Oscar-winner, Cynthia Wade 

“A behind-the-scenes look at the largest American flag factory in the United States where a tight-knit team of diverse refugees and immigrants from twelve nations cut, sew and ship 5 million American flags a year. This is Cynthia’s 7th screening at the Festival, the most of any one filmmaker.”

“We’re so proud of this year’s lineup, the incredible filmmakers that will be represented, and the stories that will be shared.“ said Linda Broker, Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Women’s Film. “Listening to another perspective matters now more than ever. It’s an honor to do this work and we believe people will leave this festival a little different than they came in.” 

Screenings will take place in the Cornerstone Arts Center, Kathryn Morhman Theatre, and Packard Hall. 

Guests have the option to purchase a wide variety of schedules and budgets: 

  • Full Festival Pass (Friday-Sunday): $140 
  • Double Day Pay (Saturday-Sunday before 6 p.m.): $100 
  • Flex Five: $70 
  • Single Day Tickets: $55 
  • Single Block Tickets (Available 10 minutes in advance of the screening, subject to availability): $15 
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