True/False Campfire Stories and Conversation

Neon and elemental themes were everywhere at this year's True/False scene. Geometric neon sculptures rose above Columbia's Picturehouse on Friday, March 3.

This year's True/False Film Festival hosted more conversation touching on the borders in our society and the divide between us than ever before. The fest featured diverse films that hit home. Officials of T/F planned the festival, they believed, in a way that would reflect political differences amidst what they call the "chaotic constitutional crisis in our country."

Some of these conversations were reflected in Columbia's Corner Playhouse on Friday night, which turned into an improvised forest clearing so directors could sit 'round a campfire and share their experiences filming.

With burnt-top s'mores and a steel guitar-strummer, the showcase featured these directors and their dramatic and intimate experiences that made their films unforgettable.

The horror-stories of missed million-dollar shots, intimate and sensual relationships and toggles and tricks behind the camera ultimately led to each director's success.

More importantly, many shared how their films have sparked controversy and/or began a new and necessary discussion.

Click here to view a glimpse of the Campfire Stories presentation / live interviews with film fanatics and directors.