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David Darg and Price James’ YOU CANNOT KILL DAVID ARQUETTE: Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival teams with Arkansas Cinema Society to bring David Arquette to town – virtually

By John Wildman 5 years ago

“ACS is doing incredible work as they tirelessly invest in independent filmmakers by closing the gap between the film industry and the storytellers of this region, says Artistic Director Jen Gerber. “This screening is a perfect marriage of both organizations’ missions as we each aim to serve independent filmmakers while showcasing some of the best films of the year!”

Mary Wharton’s JIMMY CARTER, ROCK & ROLL PRESIDENT Opens Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival lineup of top doc titles for next month’s fest

By John Wildman 5 years ago

“We are thrilled to present some of the strongest titles of 2020 to the Hot Springs audience. I am especially pleased to present a program where filmmakers of color represent 47% of our feature films and over 50% of the total films presented are directed by women. We are also proud to showcase several regional titles, elevating local directors and the idiosyncratic culture of the South. The films in our 2020 program will inspire viewers, challenge perceptions, and illuminate the urgent realities of this turbulent year,” says Fairbanks.