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This multiple award-winning coming-of-age documentary follows 17-year-old Ku Stevens, a runner training alone on the Yerington Paiute reservation in Northwest Nevada, chasing his dream of competing for the University of Oregon. As he pushes his body across the desert landscapes, memories of his great-grandfather Frank Quinn surface, who at eight-years -old ran 50 miles to escape an Indian boarding school. Ku’s pursuit of a collegiate qualifying time becomes inseparable from this family legacy, as he weaves past and present into every stride. Amid the solitude of his training, Ku confronts generational trauma and creates new ways to heal his community through running.

Followed by Q&A with Delmar Stevens, father of the film’s subject, Ku Stevens.

The Emerging Filmmakers Program, a long-standing partnership between HSDFF and Arkansas PBS, is one of our most cherished educational initiatives. This full-day experience welcomes middle and high school students from across the state to engage in thought-provoking screenings, interactive Q&A sessions, and hands-on workshops. Designed to immerse young storytellers in the craft of documentary filmmaking, the program features guidance from award-winning filmmakers and top industry professionals. Since its inception, the program has welcomed hundreds of students from more than 30 schools.

For more information contact Casey Sanders at Arkansas PBS csanders@myarkansaspbs.org

In this immersive workshop for emerging filmmakers, presented in partnership with Arkansas PBS, working filmmakers join Peabody Award-winner Craig Renaud to offer a behind-the-scenes look at their creative processes and share practical guidance for building a sustainable career in filmmaking. This unique opportunity allows participants to gain an insider’s perspective on the art and craft of documentary filmmaking. The workshop is best suited for students who have already discovered a passion for filmmaking and are considering it as a future path—we encourage attendees to come ready to discuss their own projects, goals, and creative ideas.

The Emerging Filmmakers Program, a longtime collaboration between HSDFF and Arkansas PBS, is one of our most beloved programs. This full day event is designed for middle and high school students from around the state who are invited to take part in impactful film screenings, informative talk back presentations, and hands-on workshops. Program facilitators include top industry professionals and award-winning filmmakers. To date, over 30 schools and hundreds of students have participated in this free program.

There is no more thrilling moment at HSDFF than when the school buses roll up and hundreds of eager students enter our festival doors. The most significant way we reach students is by curating a selection of outstanding films specifically geared towards students and by bringing in filmmakers and, whenever possible, those featured in the films, to connect directly with students. Every year, we take great pride in choosing films and guests that we feel confident will create those magic educational moments and transformative experiences for students.

The Wellness Series consists of a diverse range of in-person outdoor activities, including inspiration hikes, guided meditation, bike parades, and yoga in the park. In response to overwhelmingly positive feedback received from participants, we have decided to make the Wellness Series a permanent part of the festival.

This year’s Wellness Series includes three wellness events and one wellness screening which incorporates a highly informative and inspirational documentary that connects directly with the themes and goals of the Wellness Series. Our commitment to Wellness extends into the movie theater!