The Sacramento-"At Current Speed"

Update Jan. 21, 2020 After screening at 2 great film festivals-
(ASPEN MOUNTAIN FILM FEST , and WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL)

One thing that we've experienced is that this film resonates with people because of its "accessible feel". There are some major subjects broached during the film, but all within the context of a river journey, a cultural one, and an open awareness of the challenges we face as citizens.
Of course some humor in the mix helps with the message. 
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We were very gratified this week to receive the PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD in Nevada City.  And we also found out last night that the film has been added to the Wild & Scenic FF Touring roster, so you may see it at an event near you soon!


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3/27/19
​"The Sacramento-At Current Speed". A lot has happened since we left the river at the end of June. For one, our region went months with just a few drops of rain. Soon after we ended our trip the Carr Fire jumped the river at our launch point, and then, of course November's devastating Paradise Fire. Record snowfalls in the Sierra then followed during this past winter. Hopefully this will give the area some "breathing room". But challenges are ahead for California water management, and us as filmmakers.
We suspect the easy and fun part of making a documentary is over. We have some great footage, great interviews, and a story worth telling. Now we have to finish it and tackle the 'business end' of this process.
To date Tom and I have paid for everything out of pocket. Our next steps will be taking this trailer, getting to the rough-cut version and a proposal for sponsorship, and identifying businesses or organizations who would see the value of the finished project. As you can imagine, the higher profile businesses who support environmental causes do get inundated. If any of you have contacts or suggestions that would help us in our next steps, please contact us. 

Floating interview with Mike Cook, River Partners (and a missed boat-logo opportunity) Photo by Rudi Petschek.

If people are excited by the river and the surrounding issues we would like to help direct them to the right places. We anticipate there will be opportunities, if our film is good enough, to interact with the public at film festivals and screenings. It would be great to have a link to volunteer opportunities available. Please share your ideas in this area as well.