Join MOFF and screening presenter Sugarloaf for a night of outdoor films, shown outdoors under the stars at the Eastern Promenade. Bring your own camp chair and/or blanket. Outside food and beverages are welcome, and there are many food trucks parked nearby. Doors open at 6:30 and films begin at 8pm. Unfortunately no pets allowed, per city park rules. These in-person screenings will follow the letter and the spirit of prevailing safety guidelines, including crowd limits, social distancing and face mask recommendations. This screening features the following films, listed in order they will play (schedule subject to change!):

THE GHOST - 15 minutes - by Carlo Nasisse, Maria Luisa Santos - from Athens, Georgia (Based in Mexico City)

Short synopsis: Heather Anderson may be the greatest hiker to ever walk the earth - and yet she has remained a mysterious figure to most. In this short documentary we explore Heather’s personal journey from unknown hiker to the holder of some of the most coveted records in the hiking world.

THE PALISADES PROJECT - 20 minutes - by Mike Vanata of Square State Film - from WY

Short synopsis: An increasing love for motorized and mechanized recreation has created a wave of opposition to the Wilderness Act of 1964. As this conflict spreads across the west and around the globe, The Palisades Project uses a little known landscape located in Wyoming to expose this issue and inspire opposing sides towards a solution.

THE BORDERLANDS - 3.3 minutes - by Sam Davies - from United States

Short synopsis: The Borderlands is a partnership of 8 mountain bike destinations across New England and Southern Quebec. Together, we're working toward making the Northeast a national mountain bike destination.

MADE BACK EAST - 22 minutes - by Vagrants - from Back East

Short synopsis: This film follows six skiers' love affair with backcountry skiing in our own backyard. To us, the mark of a true New England skier is a deep appreciation for the bad days just as much as the good ones. As they say, “If you can ski the northeast, you can ski anywhere.”

INTERMISSION

REWILDING THE NORTHEAST - 10.7 minutes - by Cassidy Motahari - from VT

Short synopsis: REWILDING THE NORTHEAST introduces the people, mission, and landscapes of Northeast Wilderness Trust. The film shows the importance of protecting forever-wild landscapes across New England and the Adirondacks, for nature and people.

THE MAQUOIT II: THE LIFELINE OF CASCO BAY - 4.9 minutes - by Bob Krist - from Boothbay Harbor, Maine

Short synopsis: A day in the life of veteran captain Gene Willard, of the Casco Bay Line, as he ferries people and necessaries to and from the islands of Casco Bay...whether it's the US Mail, fresh cold milk, or Porta Potties for a special event, Captain Willard delivers the goods...and a few tall tales to boot.

THE TEARS OF SHIVA - 31.33 minutes - by Mikel Sarasola - from Spain

Short synopsis: Change is part and parcel of development and Nepal is undergoing a major transformation. Under the threat of disruption from hydropower, four kayakers descend the fierce waters of the Karnali to learn the secrets of this sacred river before power production leaves it forever changed.