SOGO Film Festival

The intensely local SOGO Film Festival is back for its third year. Opening night kicks off with an event including screenings at Mershon’s Cidery (5 p.m.), followed by films at the Stoughton Opera House (7:30 p.m.). The second night features more screenings at Mershon’s (5 p.m.) followed by a grand finale at Stoughton Village Players Theatre (7:30 p.m.). Filmmakers include Austin Duerst, Miles Kristan, Priscilla Elzen, Robert Barhite, John Carlo Rosillo, Michael Neelsen, Nate Clark, Derek Pfister, Jennell Jenne and more. Find a schedule below and much more info on films at sogo.film.

media release: Join us for the third annual SOGO Film Festival, a celebration of independent filmmaking in Stoughton, Wisconsin. The festival takes place on August 16 and 17, featuring a diverse lineup of short films and feature-length movies from talented local filmmakers. Enjoy screenings at three unique venues: Mershon's Cidery, the Stoughton Opera House, and the Stoughton Village Players Theatre.

**Event Highlights:**

- Opening Night at Mershon's Cidery (August 16, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM): Kick off the festival with a warm welcome from the organizers, film screenings, cider tasting, and the chance to meet the filmmakers. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/921046032477

Films: My Fair Dairy by TJ Hill; Belong by Kat Thompson & Michael Keeney; Slice by Brian Brant; Charlie and the Empty Factories by J. Anthony Ramos; An Inconvenient Finis by J. Anthony Ramos; When Did I Become a Senior by Bob Tapp; Two Eyes by Film Underground; For the Grater Good by Brett Hill, MJ Mohns, Charlie Hicklin, Jordan Barry

- Evening Showcase at Stoughton Opera House (August 16, 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM): Experience a curated selection of films in a historic setting, and engage with filmmakers and fellow film enthusiasts. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/921053063507

Films: Fly Baby by Joel Sacramento; Awaking Wanda by Joel Sacramento; Headshots by Austin Duerst & Joel Sacramento; Becoming Undead III by J. Anthony Ramos; The Gloam by David Kaye & Theresa Stefaniak; Unit 17: Week 3 by David Kaye & Theresa Stefaniak; Together by Daniel Pico; Dance-Impaired by Bob Tapp; Fait Accompli by Nick Holmstrom; Jim Goodnow & The Yellow Rose of Texas by Miles Kristan  

- Film & Cider Night at Mershon's Cidery (August 17, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM): Delight in another evening of indie films and locally crafted cider. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/921058499767

Night People by Austin Duerst; Toxic Spring by Austin Duerst; Boo by  Anthony Montoya; In Cardboard by Priscilla Elzen; The Inspection by Priscilla Elzen; Your Feedback is Important to Us by Robert Barhite; Mending by John Carlo Rosillo; Compliance by Nate Clark; Rearview by Derek Pfister; APOCALYPSE THEN by Jennell Jenney; Baby Bleu by Jennell Jenney  

- Grand Finale at Stoughton Village Players Theatre (August 17, 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM): Conclude the festival with exclusive screenings and community engagement at this historic venue. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/921058900967

Films: Spark Plug by Cole J. Sheldon; Nacht by Michael Weiss; Reasonable Doubt by Daniel Pico; Over Here! by Austin Duerst; Liquid Pot by Miles Kristan; Why Did You Scare Her? by Austin Galante; You Gotta Do Something by Austin Galante;

Heritance by Dustin Schmaus; The Wrong Cue by  Dustin Schmaus; String Theory-The Richard Davis Method by Brian Alberth & Michael Neelsen

**Why Attend:**

-Support local filmmakers and artists; Enjoy a unique blend of local cider and independent films; Connect with the community and celebrate Stoughton’s vibrant arts culture

Admission: Free to attend with a suggested donation of $20 to support the festival's future initiatives

Register for the event on our Eventbrite pages (links provided above)

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We look forward to welcoming you to the SOGO Film Festival 2024. Let’s celebrate the power of independent film and the creativity of our local filmmakers together!