In Short:
There are few other entities in the state embracing the independent film spirit like deadCENTER Film in Oklahoma City. Its name referring to Oklahoma City's unique status as the center of the United States, deadCENTER was founded in 2001.
Along with the increasingly popular annual deadCENTER Film Festival, the organization has a filmFACTION membership program, presents short films each month and works in conjunction with the OKC Museum of Art in presenting feature length films as well.
Along with the increasingly popular annual deadCENTER Film Festival, the organization has a filmFACTION membership program, presents short films each month and works in conjunction with the OKC Museum of Art in presenting feature length films as well.
filmFACTION:
The membership program for deadCENTER film is called filmFACTION. It costs $125 and offers a number of benefits including a pair of complimentary tickets to special screenings at the OKC Museum of Art and the "Oklahoma Film Series" at Harkins Bricktown Theater, shortsSUITE screenings (see below), festival pass discounts and more.
Get details on becoming a filmFACTION member by calling (405) 246-9233.
Get details on becoming a filmFACTION member by calling (405) 246-9233.
deadCENTER Film Festival:
2001 marked the first year of the deadCENTER Film Festival, and the event has grown in popularity. Featuring over 100 independent films from around the globe, the festival is designed to "inspire growth in the local film industry." Around 6,000 attendees enjoy narrative films, documentaries, animation and Oklahoma projects, and awards are presented in 9 categories (see below for previous year winners).
In addition to the showings, the festival features kid's activities, food, professional panel discussions and much more. See the official site for more information.
2012 Festival Details:
The 2012 deadCENTER Film Festival is number 12 and takes place from June 6th through the 10th. Showings are held at various venues around Oklahoma City including the OKC Museum of Art, IAO Gallery, the Downtown Library and Harkins Bricktown Theater.
The kickoff party is at the Chesapeake Finish Line Tower on the Oklahoma River this year at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6th at 4th, and there will be a screening of Academy Award winner Kevin MacDonald's "Marley," a documentary about reggae legend Bob Marley directed. The Opening Night Party takes place at the museum on the 9th.
A full festival schedule is available online.
The kickoff party is at the Chesapeake Finish Line Tower on the Oklahoma River this year at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6th at 4th, and there will be a screening of Academy Award winner Kevin MacDonald's "Marley," a documentary about reggae legend Bob Marley directed. The Opening Night Party takes place at the museum on the 9th.
A full festival schedule is available online.
2011 Festival Winners:
The winners for the 2011 deadCENTER Film Festival are:
- Narrative Feature: "Paradise Recovered"
- Documentary Feature: "Elevate"
- Narrative Short: "Pillow"
- Documentary Short: "First & Female"
- Special Jury Prize: "Fordson"
- Student Film: "Chill Pill"
- Oklahoma Film: "Little Town of Bethlehem"
