ABOVE THE LINE is a dynamic, ongoing series of post-film discussion events designed to stimulate and enrich the conversation around independent cinema. Celebrating the creative minds behind the camera, the series brings together filmmakers to deconstruct the visionary work and fascinating process that shapes independent cinema. This series is an invaluable opportunity for avid cinephiles, emerging filmmakers, and seasoned veterans alike to engage in thought-provoking discourse, gain deeper insights, and foster a community dedicated to the art of cinema.

This special screening of REFUGE was followed by a post-film discussion with director Din Blankenship & O Cinema’s Senior Programmer Matt Walter. (Recorded on Sept. 22nd, 2022)

This special screening of STAY PRAYED UP was followed by a post-film discussion with film protagonist Angela Kent & O Cinema’s Senior Programmer Matt Walter. (Recorded on Oct. 20th, 2022)

This special screening of HOME FROM SCHOOL: THE CHILDREN OF CARLISLE will be followed by a post-film discussion with director Geoff O’Gara and O Cinema’s Director of Programming Matt Walter. (Recorded on Feb. 23rd, 2023)

This special screening of MAMA BEARS was followed by a post-film discussion with director Daresha Kyi, Director of Operations at TransSOCIAL and O Cinema’s Senior Programmer Matt Walter. (Recorded on March 23rd, 2023)

This special screening of HAZING was followed by a post-film discussion with director Bryon Hurt, producer Natalie Bullock Brown and O Cinema’s Senior Programmer Matt Walter. (Recorded on May 4th, 2023)