Jason Momoa
Jason Momoa, known for playing Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones, is making his directorial debut with Road to Paloma – a gripping story about a Native American man who travels across the country, seeking revenge for his mother’s death. Don’t miss the screening of Road to Paloma on Monday, September 1st at Mission Theater (5pm and 8pm) and the discussion panel at 1801 NW Northrup St (3:30 pm).
Haley Joel Osment
Haley Joel Osment, known for the Sixth Sense and AI, is staring in a hilarious new indie flick called Sex Ed about a sexually inexperienced teacher who is put in the awkward position of teaching sexual education to teenagers.
Speaking of which…
Abby Elliot
SNL alum, Abby Elliot, plays opposite Osment in Sex Ed and will also be making an appearance at the festival. The world premiere of Sex Ed will be playing at the Crystal ballroom on Tuesday, August 26th (2:30 pm).
Doug Benson
Hysterical comedian, Doug Benson (Last Comic Standing, Super High Me), will be doing a live podcast on Thursday, August 28th at Mission Theater (4:20 pm, really) and premiering his new movie, The Greatest Movie Ever Rolled, on Friday, August 29th at Mission Theater (5:15 pm).
This years Portland Film Festival is attracting some big names, so make sure to get your tickets and be part of the burgeoning PDX movie scene! Who knows? You might just run into someone famous.
– Zara Zhi