This year’s feature documentary is the newly released, critically acclaimed WBCN and the American Revolution , which tells the story of how a Boston rock radio station helped ignite the cultural and political revolution of the late 1960s and beyond, becoming both participant and platform for the anti-war movement, civil rights, women’s and LGBTQ rights, […]
Filmmaker and songwriter Nancy Beaudette has unveiled her new short documentary, Keepers of the Flight, a vivid and immersive look into the remarkable world of honey bees. Filmed while wearing a full beekeeper’s suit, Beaudette brought her camera along side an active hive, capturing rare close-up footage of the colony’s rhythm, resilience, and extraordinary cooperation. The film highlights […]
There’s something special about a small community film festival. Events like Shirley Film Fest bring people together to laugh, reflect, and see the world through new eyes. Across the country, local film festivals have become lively hubs for artistic expression and storytelling, shining a light on important issues through powerful documentaries and inspiring independent films. […]
This community film festival at the Shirley Center Meeting House in central Massachusetts is a celebration of creativity, storytelling, art and music. We are delighted that this unique venue now offers an opportunity to enjoy and support both local and international film making. Festival Producer, Nancy Beaudette, perhaps best know as a songwriter and performing […]