“An Iris Wild” Short Film & “About a Fix” Pitch Video

Join us on May 20th, Wednesday, at the Magic Rat Film Showcase for an evening featuring “An Iris Wild,” a gripping short film and work in progress from Northern Colorado filmmaker Benjamin Hess.

Happy Hour begins at 6 p.m., followed by the screening at 7 p.m. and a live Q&A with the writer/director, producer, and actor following the films.

“An Iris Wild” follows Iris, a 25-year-old woman struggling with addiction as she navigates one dangerous night that could ultimately determine the course of her future. Raw, emotional, and deeply human, the story explores vulnerability, survival, and the difficult road toward recovery.

The evening will also include “About a Fix,” a behind-the-scenes pitch video for the upcoming feature film inspired by “An Iris Wild.” Filmmaker Benjamin Hess and producer Elizabeth Mihelich discuss the development process, future plans for the feature, and their vision for expanding the story. The video also features acclaimed cinematographer Sarah Winters, who is attached to the project.

Following the screenings, guests will hear directly from the creative team during a live Q&A conversation about the filmmaking process, storytelling, and building independent films in Colorado.

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Host or Publisher Shantel Hansen