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A Nice Indian Boy
In honor of Pride Month, the Sedona International Film Festival, in partnership with Unify Sedona, invites the community to a vibrant and joyful evening of film and festivities on Saturday, June 27 at 7:00 PM at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.
The evening will feature a special screening of the acclaimed film “A Nice Indian Boy” — a heartfelt and humorous story that explores identity, family, and love through a culturally rich lens. Following the screening, guests are invited to continue the celebration with a lively Bollywood-style party in the theatre courtyard.
The post-film reception will include dessert platters, beverages, and a festive costume contest, encouraging attendees to embrace the color, music, and flair of Bollywood. Guests are encouraged to “pull out your inner Bollywood” and come dressed to impress for an evening filled with energy, inclusivity, and celebration.
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Blind AF
An unflinching, emotionally raw story of courage, transcendence and the healing power of self-belief, “Blind AF” tells the journey of a blind female Paralympic champion and multiple world-record holder, Shawn Cheshire as she becomes the first blind person to ride a single, non-tandem bike across the United States — 3600 miles in 60 straight days — while confronting painful truths about her past that she spent a lifetime trying to outrun.
Driven as much by the determination to live independently as by the restlessness and vulnerability borne of her complex PTSD, Shawn forges a brave – and often dangerous – path through fear that stands as a powerful testament to the human spirit, and an encouragement for all of us to live our most authentic lives, whatever the risks.
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Eleanor the Great
“Eleanor the Great” features a bravura performance from June Squibb in the title role of the spirited 94-year-old who tells a tale that takes on a dangerous life of its own.
Eleanor Morgenstein has always stayed engaged and connected to the people around her. So, after a devastating loss, she relocates from Florida to New York City to live with her daughter and grandson, hoping to reconnect with her family. Instead, she feels even more adrift and invisible.
One day she unknowingly wanders into a support group where she doesn’t quite belong, only to reveal a story that unwittingly brings her a level of attention she did not intend. Eleanor finds herself caught up in the enlivening consequences as a young journalism student pursues her as a friend and mentor. When things go too far, Eleanor must confront the truth.
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Elena's War
In the heart of Rome's Jewish ghetto during WWII, one woman's defiance became an act of heroism that history nearly forgot.
This powerful historical drama tells the true story of Elena Di Porto — a fiercely independent Roman Jewish woman who defied fascism and risked everything to save lives. Branded "Elena the Crazy" for her scandalous rejection of social norms — she smoked, wore trousers, played billiards, and refused to be silenced — Elena became a relentless thorn in the side of the fascist regime that threatened her community's very existence.
Arrested repeatedly for confronting the forces occupying her neighborhood, Elena's rebellious spirit marked her as dangerous to the regime. As the Nazi occupation tightened its grip on Rome in 1943, this fearless woman joined the resistance and uncovered intelligence that could save hundreds of lives.
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Ethan Bloom
“Ethan Bloom” was the winner of the Directors’ Choice Award for Best Feature Film Comedy at the recent Sedona International Film Festival.
Thirteen-year-old Ethan (Hank Greenspan) is supposed to be preparing for his bar mitzvah — but despite his Jewish family, Ethan is convinced his spiritual calling is with the Catholic church, where he secretly finds solace under the guidance of Father Diaz (Carlos Ponce).
Through the wisdom of an unconventional rabbi (Rachelle Lefevre), the love of his complicated father (Joshua Malina), and his first romance with a cowboy-boot-wearing girl who can put him in a headlock, Ethan must confront his lies and grief to discover that faith isn’t about choosing sides — it’s about honoring all the messy, beautiful pieces of who we are.
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Flagstaff Premiere: Trailblazers
The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with Theatrikos Theatre Company to bring movies to Downtown Flagstaff!
This series continues on Wednesday, July 8 with the Flagstaff premiere of “Trailblazers” at 7:00 p.m. at Theatrikos Theatre Company.
In 1982, brothers Troy and Gil Gillenwater decided to walk across the state of Arizona. Without GPS, mobile phones, or continuous trails, they cobbled together an 810-mile adventure that took over two months and two mules to complete. Little did they know, their trek would be an inspiration for the Arizona National Scenic Trail, now hiked by thousands each year.
That remarkable origin story comes to life in “Trailblazers” — a 40-minute documentary produced by the Emmy Award-winning team at Quantum Leap Productions.
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Granny's Got Game
Six fiercely competitive women in their seventies battle physical limitations and skepticism to compete for another national senior games basketball championship.
“Granny's Got Game” is a documentary film about a senior women's basketball team in North Carolina. These six women in their seventies battle physical limitations and social stigma to keep doing what they love.
They started playing 6-on-6 basketball in the 1950s but stopped after high school as there were no opportunities to keep playing in those pre-Title IX days. Now they must learn a new, physical style of play while overcoming the skepticism of their peers. The team has had great success together over the last two decades, winning a multitude of medals in senior games tournaments across the country.
Just like so many younger sports teams, this one includes a bossy captain, a guard who never runs the plays correctly, a tentative post-player, and a benchwarmer who wants to play more than anyone.
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In the Living Room Music Series: Steve Estes
A perfect way to spend a summer Monday is to join Shondra Jepperson and the Sedona International Film Festival at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on July 13th at 7 pm for an evening of great tunes and personal conversation.
The "In the Living Room" Music Series is known for its signature interactive format, where the audience is invited to ask questions and connect with the performer during the show, making it a uniquely fun experience for every music lover.
This month, Shondra welcomes the incredibly talented guitarist Steve Estes. With a sound that bridges the gap between classic roots and rock, Steve’s performance is set to be a highlight of the season. It’s an evening designed for music fans who love to dig a little deeper and enjoy an up-close-and-personal performance.
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In the Living Room Music Series: Tommy Acosta and Chicky Brooklyn
If you are looking for a perfect way to spend a summer Monday, join Shondra Jepperson and the Sedona International Film Festival at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on July 27 at 7 pm for an evening of acoustic music and legendary local tales.
The "In the Living Room" Music Series is known for its signature interactive format, where the audience is invited to ask questions and connect with the performers during the show, making it a uniquely fun experience for every music lover.
This month, Shondra welcomes the songwriting duo of Tommy Acosta and his musical partner, Chicky Brooklyn. Fans know them as the engine behind the popular band Green Light, but for this special night, they are stripping things back to their acoustic roots. Having known each other for years, their bond is more like brotherhood, and their history of musical mischief in the rock scene promises a night filled with great songs and fascinating stories.
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Into the Canyon
In 2016 filmmaker/photographer Pete McBride and writer Kevin Fedarko set out on a 750-mile journey on foot through the entire length of the Grand Canyon. From the outset, the challenge was far more than they bargained for. More people have stood on the moon than have completed a continuous through hike of the Canyon.
McBride and Fedarko took a sectional approach, achieving a feat that many adventurers have taken decades to complete. Others have lost their lives trying. But their quest was more than just an endurance test – it was also a way to draw attention to the unprecedented threats facing one of our most revered landscapes.
Throughout their passage, McBride and Fedarko encountered an astonishingly diverse and powerful landscape, rich in history, that is now facing perhaps the gravest crisis in the 100-year history of the Grand Canyon National Park
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Mahler in New York
A titan of European music finds himself adrift in the streets of Manhattan — thousands of miles from the theaters and concert halls where he achieved his greatest triumphs and endured his deepest torments. In this vibrant, unfamiliar city, Gustav Mahler confronts both the exhilaration of discovery and the shadow of his own mortality.
As composer and conductor, Mahler reshaped the musical landscape of late-nineteenth-century Europe. Yet it was in the final years of his life, in New York City’s bustling Upper West Side and along 59th Street, that he faced his greatest challenges: composing his Ninth and unfinished Tenth Symphonies, navigating family crises, battling illness, and leaving an indelible mark on the city’s cultural life through his leadership of the Metropolitan Opera and the New York Philharmonic.
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Midas Man
On Thursday 9th November 1961, a man named Brian descended the stairs to a cellar in Liverpool and changed the world forever.
“Midas Man” tells the true story of the "Fifth Beatle" — The Beatles' legendary manager Brian Epstein (in a star-making turn by Jacob Fortune-Lloyd, co-starring Emily Watson, Eddie Marsan, Eddie Izzard and Jay Leno.
The film charts Brian’s life, from his formative years to wild, unprecedented global success and the ensuing chaos as he managed and promoted some of the biggest acts in the world. The film explores the close relationships with his family and friends and his lifelong search for love. It brings to life an extraordinary period of cultural change and adds depth to an untold story of one of the world’s most significant outsiders. Brian Epstein lived a thousand lives in a few short years. Managing The Beatles was the easy part.
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Monument
Set in the final year of Israel’s occupation of southern Lebanon, “Monument” tells the true story of acclaimed Israeli architects Amnon Rechter (Joe Mazzello) and his father, Yacov Rechter (Jon Voight), as their most dangerous commission forces them to confront the limits of loyalty, dissent, and art.
Tasked with designing a monument honoring fallen soldiers of the Christian South Lebanon Army, Yakov and Amnon make repeated journeys down the notorious “Death Road” into the security zone, a militarized buffer strip plagued by ambushes and roadside bombs.
Amnon rejects the Israeli Ministry of Defense’s nationalist brief, urging his father to build a memorial that rises above religious and political divisions: a place of rest and remembrance for both Christians and Muslims. As he works alongside Lebanese contractors struggling to survive under occupation, witnesses the war up close, and risks his own life, his artistic quest turns into the ultimate test of character.
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Next Goal Wins
“Next Goal Wins” features a stellar ensemble cast, including Michael Fassbender, Oscar Kightley, David Fane, Will Arnett and Elisabeth Moss.
“Next Goal Wins” follows the infamously terrible American Samoa soccer team, known for a brutal 2001 FIFA match they lost 31-0.
With the 2014 World Cup Qualifiers approaching, the team hires down-on-his-luck, maverick coach Thomas Rongen (Michael Fassbender) hoping he will turn the world’s worst soccer team around in this humorous and heartfelt underdog story.
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Outdoor Film: Blazing Saddles
Outdoor films are coming to the Village! The Sedona International Film Festival is partnering with Village of Oak Creek Association to present its “Movies on the Move” outdoor film experience on Mondays throughout the summer.
Join us on Monday, July 13 when we present “Blazing Saddles” outdoors at the Village of Oak Creek Association Park, next to the clubhouse.
“Blazing Saddles” (1974) — nominated for three Academy Awards — is a satirical comedy and Western spoof directed by Mel Brooks and starring Gene Wilder, Cleavon Little, Madeline Kahn and Harvey Korman. The film follows a corrupt politician who appoints a Black railroad worker as sheriff of a racist frontier town in a greedy scheme to drive out residents and steal their land. Instead of chaos, the clever sheriff outsmarts the villains.
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Outdoor Film: De-Lovely
Outdoor films are coming to the Village! The Sedona International Film Festival is partnering with Village of Oak Creek Association to present its “Movies on the Move” outdoor film experience on Mondays throughout the summer.
Join us on Monday, June 29 when we present “De-Lovely” outdoors at the Village of Oak Creek Association Park, next to the clubhouse.
“De-Lovely” (2004) is a biographical musical that chronicles the life of famed American composer Cole Porter. At the staging of a musical production based on his life story, songwriter Cole Porter (Kevin Kline) begins to reflect on his life and career. As he trades notes with the play's director, Gabe (Jonathan Pryce), Porter recollects his meteoric rise on Broadway during the mid-1920s and his first meeting with wife and muse Linda Thomas (Ashley Judd). He also recalls his many extramarital dalliances, and the deep depression and seclusion of his final years.
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Outdoor Film: Love Actually
The Sedona International Film Festival is partnering with The Wilde Resort in West Sedona to present its “Movies on the Move” outdoor film experience — “Wilde Wednesdays” Cinema Under the Stars — every Wednesday in the summer season!
This is the summer of romantic comedies at The Wilde! Join us on Wednesday, July 8 as we present “Love Actually” in The Grove Fire Pit Garden at The Wilde Resort and Spa.
“Love Actually” features a stellar ensemble cast, including Bill Nighy, Colin Firth, Liam Neeson, Emma Thompson, Keira Knightley, Hugh Grant, Laura Linney, Alan Rickman and more.
“Love Actually” is a 2003 romantic comedy that weaves together ten separate, interconnected love stories in the weeks leading up to Christmas in London. These intertwined journeys examine the complexities of the one emotion that connects all individuals — love. The ensemble film explores the complexities, joys, and heartbreaks of romance, family, and friendship, culminating in a heartwarming climax.
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Outdoor Film: Moonstruck
The Sedona International Film Festival is thrilled to announce that its popular Movies on the Move Outdoor Film Experience is coming to the beautiful Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village on select Tuesdays this summer.
Movie lovers are invited to enjoy award-winning films under the stars in the unique ambience and grandeur of Tlaquepaque’s picturesque courtyards. Experience a memorable outdoor cinema experience in one of Sedona’s most iconic settings.
Join us on Tuesday, June 30 as we present “Moonstruck” outdoors in the calle at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village.
“Moonstruck” is a beloved 1987 romantic comedy. It was nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture. It won three Oscars for Best Screenplay, Best Actress (Cher) and Best Supporting Actress (Olympia Dukakis).
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Outdoor Film: Stand By Me
It’s “Big Screen at Basecamp” as the Sedona International Film Festival partners with Sedona Beer Company for its “Movies on the Move” cinema under the stars outdoor film experience at Basecamp in West Sedona — every Thursday in the summer season!
Join us on Thursday, July 2 as we present “Stand By Me” at Basecamp/Sedona Beer Company at dusk.
“Stand by Me” is a classic coming-of-age film directed by Rob Reiner and adapted from Stephen King's novella, The Body. In 1959 Oregon, four twelve-year-old boys — Gordie, Chris, Teddy, and Vern — embark on a two-day trek into the woods to find the dead body of a missing local boy, hoping to become local heroes. On the way, they learn more about one another and their very different home lives. Just a lark at first, the boys' adventure evolves into a defining event in their lives.
“Stand By Me” stars Wil Wheaton, Jerry O'Connell, River Phoenix, and Corey Feldman. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Screenplay.
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Outdoor Film: The Proposal
The Sedona International Film Festival is partnering with The Wilde Resort in West Sedona to present its “Movies on the Move” outdoor film experience — “Wilde Wednesdays” Cinema Under the Stars — every Wednesday in the summer season!
This is the summer of romantic comedies at The Wilde! Join us on Wednesday, July 15 as we present “The Proposal” in The Grove Fire Pit Garden at The Wilde Resort and Spa.
In the 2009 romantic comedy “The Proposal”, strict Canadian book editor Margaret Tate (Sandra Bullock) forces her long-suffering assistant, Andrew Paxton (Ryan Reynolds), to marry her to avoid being deported to her home country. Andrew agrees to the charade, but imposes a few conditions of his own, including flying to Alaska to meet his eccentric family. With a suspicious immigration official always lurking nearby, Margaret and Andrew must stick to their wedding plan despite numerous mishaps.
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Outdoor Film: Three Amigos!
It’s “Big Screen at Basecamp” as the Sedona International Film Festival partners with Sedona Beer Company for its “Movies on the Move” cinema under the stars outdoor film experience at Basecamp in West Sedona — every Thursday in the summer season!
Join us on Thursday, July 9 as we present “Three Amigos!” at Basecamp/Sedona Beer Company at dusk.
In the 1986 comedy classic “Three Amigos!”, three out-of-work silent film actors — Lucky Day (Steve Martin), Dusty Bottoms (Chevy Chase), and Ned Nederlander (Martin Short) — are accidentally recruited to a Mexican village to perform their heroic onscreen roles. Unaware they are walking into real danger, the trio must step up to defend the desperate town against a ruthless bandit named El Guapo.
Basecamp will offer a selection of craft beers, food and beverages (and a special menu item themed to each film), with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the Sedona International Film Festival.
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Outdoor Film: Yankee Doodle Dandy
Outdoor films are coming to the Village! The Sedona International Film Festival is partnering with Village of Oak Creek Association to present its “Movies on the Move” outdoor film experience on Mondays throughout the summer.
Join us on Monday, July 6 when we present “Yankee Doodle Dandy” outdoors at the Village of Oak Creek Association Park, next to the clubhouse.
“Yankee Doodle Dandy” (1942) is a biographical musical starring James Cagney as George M. Cohan, the legendary "father of American musical comedy" — known for patriotic songs like Yankee Doodle Dandy, You're a Grand Old Flag and Over There. Told mostly in flashback, the film follows Cohan's rise from a child vaudeville performer to a Broadway superstar, songwriter, and patriot, concluding with a visit to the White House to receive a Congressional Gold Medal from President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
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Pressure
“Pressure” features and all-star ensemble cast, including Andrew Scott, Brendan Fraser, Kerry Condon, Chris Messina, and Damian Lewis.
One decision changed the world.
In the tense 72 hours before D-Day, and the fate of the free world hanging in the balance, “Pressure” follows General Dwight D. Eisenhower (Brendan Fraser) and Captain James Stagg (Andrew Scott) as they face an impossible choice — launch the largest and most dangerous seaborne invasion in history or risk losing the war altogether.
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Psychic Standup Comedy Night with Karen Rontowski
Returning to Sedona by popular demand! The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “Psychic Standup Comedy Night with Karen Rontowski” on Saturday, Jan. 23 at 6:00 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.
Psychic Standup is a show unlike any other. Karen Rontowski combines her 35 years as a standup comic with her 25 years of tarot reading and the results are predictably hilarious.
Karen has two DryBar Comedy Specials that currently have over 40 million views and has been seen on the Late Show with David Letterman, Comedy Central, Comics Unleashed, ComedyDotCom as well as Sirius XM Radio.
The show consists of 25-30 minutes of standup and then Karen pulls out the Tarot Cards and takes questions from the crowd. Her incredible improv skills keep the crowd entertained whether they are believers or not. There is something for the serious psychic patron as well as the serious skeptic.
Every show is unique and the future never looked so funny.
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Rita Lim: Make It With You ... Yesterday Once More
Award-winning recording artist Rita Lim makes her Sedona debut with “Make It With You … Yesterday Once More” — a captivating new concert celebrating the timeless music of Bread, The Carpenters & More.
This special concert will take place at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7:00 p.m., presented by the Sedona International Film Festival.
Recognized for her warm, expressive voice, elegant stage presence, and heartfelt storytelling, Rita has established herself as one of today’s distinctive concert artists. A headlining performer at Myron’s at The Smith Center in Las Vegas, she has also appeared at acclaimed venues and performing arts centers across the United States, earning praise for her fresh interpretations of beloved songs and her genuine connection with audiences.
Joined by acclaimed musical director Dave Siegel and special guests Jeanie Carroll and Ashley Fuller, Rita brings new life to the unforgettable melodies that defined a generation.
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Silent Friend
A ginkgo tree bears witness to the lives of three generations of people, as they are quietly transformed by the mysterious power of nature.
At the heart of a German university grows a majestic ginkgo tree, its lifespan measured in centuries. As the years pass, the distinguished plant bears witness to the private lives of those who seek shade under its boundless branches, forming a nexus that connects three generations of students and teachers across time and space.
In 2020, a visiting neuroscientist conducts a series of experiments into the possibilities of botanical consciousness. In 1972, a young student is profoundly changed by studying the behavior of a simple geranium. And in 1908, the university’s first female student’s photographic inquiries reveal sacred patterns of the universe hidden within the humblest of plants. Over time, each is transformed by the quiet, enduring, and mysterious power of nature.
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Sport Shorts
Flow
Directed by Andy McCandlish
Flow features The Trailrippers — a mountain biking family from the Dyfi Valley in Mid Wales who are making their mark on the British and international riding scenes. Mountain biking means everything to Nathan and Ruben and this short film tells their family story with the help of their Mum, Ina. Together, they tell us how they first got into riding and then racing and the benefits and challenges that neurodivergence brings to their riding and how riding bikes helps them regulate their lives.
Go Dani Go
Directed by Chelsea Patricia Ramirez
When the biggest soccer tryout of her life lands on the same day she must help her mother pick fruits in the fields, a spunky young athlete has to choose between chasing her dreams or staying stuck in the strawberry fields.
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Stand-Up Comedy Night
The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present Stand-Up Comedy Night live onstage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Sunday, July 12 at 7 p.m.
The show will feature headliner Peter Sers with Priya Guyadeen opening the evening.
PETER SERS
Peter Sers is a comedian from Los Angeles, California. He began his entertainment career as a professional dancer, and later transitioned into acting, and eventually stand-up comedy. He has been an entertainer his whole life, but what he loves most is making people laugh.
Peter has performed at such famous venues as The World Famous Comedy Store, Hollywood Improv, and the Laugh Factory. He has performed with some of the most famous comedians in the world, such as Dane Cook, Bill Burr and Joe Rogan. Peter’s comedy is a collection of stories from his personal life; family, relationships, and experiences living in Hollywood. His infectious energy, fun take on things, and fun personality on stage, always aim to please.
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Strong As They Are Fragile
"Strong As They Are Fragile" deals with the taboo subject of mental health in high-level sport. Athletes share with us their weaknesses, their ailments, their burnouts and sometimes their depression but above all their reconstruction. The film showcases the resilience and promotes mental well-being among elite athletes in sports. It's a compelling story of strength and redemption, featuring testimonies from champions such as Jeremy Flores, Perrine Laffont, Camille Lacourt, Ysaora Thibus, and Valentin Porte.
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Surround Sound Classical Blast!
The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with award-winning surround sound composer and producer Koz Mraz for “Surround Sound Classical Blast!” on Thursday, July 9 at 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.
You will be blown away by this audio/visual 5.1 Surround Sound Music Experience in Sedona’s best sound system, the Mary D. Fisher Theater.
This special Audio/Video Surround Sound Experience will feature Holst, Brahms and Gregorian Chants in Surround Sound!
You will be IN THE ROOMS these classical pieces were recorded at. Places like St. Florian Monastery, considered one of the largest and most magnificent Baroque monasteries in Austria. The Oslo Cathedral and Glasgow Scotland Hall.
Overture: Consortium Vocale - Gregorian Chants recorded at the Oslo Cathedral.
Audio Only Segment: Holst’s The Planets -The Mystic Trumpeter in its entirety by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra recorded at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall.
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The Isolate Thief
“The Isolate Thief” features a stellar ensemble cast, including Mackenzie Foy, Odeya Rush, Jack Kesy, Ty Simpkins, Martin Sensmeier, Joe Pantoliano and Sean Bean.
One bitter-cold winter during the Civil War, a young woman becomes the lone caretaker of a remote Union Army outpost. When a stash of stolen gold falls into her lap, a gang of vicious outlaws comes looking for it.
As they turn her home into a battleground, she must stay one step ahead of them in order to survive.
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The Pianist's Choice
Set against the backdrop of World War II, “The Pianist’s Choice” is a sumptuous historical romance that intertwines love, music, and moral courage in the face of darkness.
François Touraine, a gifted young pianist, finds his destiny shaped by his teacher Rachel — a perceptive and devoted Jewish woman who recognizes his extraordinary promise. Under her guidance, François’s talent flourishes, and a profound bond blossoms between them — one that transcends the boundaries of mentorship and blossoms into love.
When Nazi forces occupy Paris, their idyllic world collapses. As persecution closes in, François faces an agonizing moral dilemma: to perform in Germany — entertaining the very regime threatening Rachel’s life — in a desperate bid to save her.
A deeply humanistic portrait of love and sacrifice, “The Pianist’s Choice” is both an intimate wartime drama and a moving testament to the redemptive power of art and the unyielding strength of conscience.
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The Soundman
Two souls, connected by one frequency.
May 1940. As Europe trembles on the edge of war, two lives intersect within Brussels’ legendary Flagey building — the beating heart of the national radio.
Elza, a young actress making her debut in the world of radio drama, meets Berre, a gifted soundman with an almost magical ear. She is captivated by the spell of storytelling; he finds refuge in the mysterious power of sound. Their encounter ignites a love that dares to exist beyond the rising shadow of their time.
“The Soundman” is a moving love story about passion, imagination, and the pursuit of humanity during dark times. Set against the marvelous world of 1940s Belgian radio, their voices rise above the rumble of approaching war — an echo of hope in a world about to lose its innocence.
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Trailblazers
In 1982, brothers Troy and Gil Gillenwater decided to walk across the state of Arizona. Without GPS, mobile phones, or continuous trails, they cobbled together an 810-mile adventure that took over two months and two mules to complete. Little did they know, their trek would be an inspiration for the Arizona National Scenic Trail, now hiked by thousands each year.
That remarkable origin story comes to life in “Trailblazers” — a 40-minute documentary produced by the Emmy Award-winning team at Quantum Leap Productions.
The film premieres on Wednesday, Oct. 14 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. The evening benefits the Arizona Trail Association Endowment, supporting the long-term protection, stewardship, and future of the Arizona Trail.
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Tuner
A gifted piano tuner's meticulous skills for tuning pianos lead him to discover an unexpected aptitude for cracking safes, turning his life upside down in “Tuner” — Academy Award-winning director Daniel Roher's first narrative feature.
Leo Woodall stars as a gifted young piano tuner whose heightened sense of hearing draws the attention of criminals, who see his talents as useful for opening safes as well as for tuning Steinways.
With his once-promising musical career over, he works across New York with his mentor Harry Horowitz (Academy Award-winner Dustin Hoffman), encountering a range of characters, including composition student Ruthie (Havana Rose Liu), with whom he forges an unexpected connection.
Niki's safecracking work threatens his budding romance with Ruthie and pulls him into increasingly dangerous territory.
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WHAM! 10 Days in China
The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the globe for the worldwide premiere of “WHAM! 10 Days in China” showing July 28-30 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.
In 1985, WHAM! made history as the first Western pop act to perform in communist China. George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley’s concerts in Beijing and Guangzhou were a cultural milestone – East meets West, music meets politics.
Now, newly restored footage reveals the untold story of the iconic tour that helped launch WHAM! to global superstardom.
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