Premiering at the Fort Smith International Film Festival, Until Death is a powerful short film brought to life by co-writers Veronique Scurry and Nick Hodge. In this interview, the duo shares the inspiration behind the story, which explores grief, resilience, and the choice to keep living for loved ones even after devastating loss. Drawing from personal experiences and strengthened by the support of Oklahoma’s close-knit film community, they reflect on the challenges of independent filmmaking and their hope that audiences leave reminded to cherish life, honor memories, and keep moving forward despite hardships Click Below To Watch Interview If you want to follow the journey of Until Death  can find updates on the film’s official Instagram page, @UntilDeathFilm . The filmmakers plan to share news there about the festival circuit and, eventually, the online release so that wider audiences can experience the film Proud Media Sponsor of the Fort Smith International Film Festival

We caught up with Bill Volland with the Hot Springs International Horror Thriller Sci-Fi Film Festival at the Fort Smith International Film Festival. We to talk about what fans can expect at this year’s event. Now in its 14th year, the festival promises an exciting weekend filled with celebrity guests, live music, film screenings, costume parties, and plenty of spooky fun for horror and sci-fi enthusiasts. To learn more about the festival and how to attend, visit their page on FilmFreeway or follow them on Facebook at Hot Springs Horror Film Festival. Website:   hotspringshorrorfilmfestival.com Click Below To Watch Interview Proud Media Sponsors of the Fort Smith International Film Festival

At this year’s Fort Smith International Film Festival, we sat down with Dan Robinson, owner and executive producer at New Harvest Creative, an Arkansas-based production company dedicated to empowering local filmmakers. Robinson discussed the team’s award-winning documentary Colbert: All Students Can Learn, which took home Best People of Color Film at the festival. The film tells the inspiring story of Dr. Colbert, the first African-American superintendent in Arkansas, and Robinson also highlighted the company’s collaborations on other Arkansas-made films like Bruisers, Conscious, and The Mirror, celebrating the creativity and resilience of local storytellers. Click Below To Watch Interview If you want to learn more about Colbert: All Students Can Learn  and other projects by Dan Robinson’s team can visit newharvestcreative.com , where New Harvest Creative highlights their films and collaborations with Arkansas creators Proud Media Sponsor of the Fort Smith International Film Festival

The documentary Bluff City Chinese  made a powerful impression at the Fort Smith International Film Festival, offering audiences a glimpse into 150 years of Chinese American history in Memphis, a story many had never heard before. Directed by Tom de Tai, with historian Emma at the helm of the research and Caesar Wong as writer and producer, the film captures not only a historical narrative but also a deeply personal journey of friendship and discovery. At its heart, the project shines a light on Emma’s decades-long effort to uncover and preserve the genealogy of Memphis’s Chinese community, bringing visibility to a history that was nearly lost. In our interview, the filmmakers discuss the challenges of condensing generations of stories into one documentary, while also addressing the urgency of representation in today’s climate. Click Below To Watch Interview Official Website: bluffcitychinese.com Instagram and Facebook under the handle @BluffCityChinese Proud Media Sponsors for the Fort Smith International Film Festival

The Fort Smith International Film Festival welcomed filmmaker Joshua Irwin, who brought with him a unique vision rooted in one of science fiction’s most beloved franchises, Star Trek . Irwin’s fan production, La Morte De La Guerre  (translated as The Death of War ), captivated audiences with its cinematic scope, compelling storytelling, and deep respect for Gene Roddenberry’s legacy. The Fort Smith International Film Festival continues to highlight diverse voices in film, and Irwin’s project stands as a shining example of how storytelling can unite communities, inspire creativity, and keep iconic worlds alive for years to come. Click Below To Watch Interview A lifelong Star Trek  fan, Irwin has spent the past seven years building the Avalon Universe, a series of fan productions available on YouTube. He credits the Star Trek  community for its support and passion, even as he navigates the unique challenges of fan film guidelines and funding. You can find out more about Joshua Irwin and other Fan Productions here: fanfilmfactor.com or you can find his work on YouTube @avalonuniverse6327 Proud Media Sponsor of Fort Smith International Film Festival

At this year’s Fort Smith International Film Festival, we had the chance to sit down with filmmaker Pauline Angelina, whose creative vision and storytelling are making waves on the independent film scene. Pauline Angelina, the writer, director, production designer, and editor of Love is Like a Mountain . Inspired by her personal relationship with her late father, Pauline’s film explores themes of family, communication, and the search for recognition while reminding audiences of the importance of cherishing loved ones. Her heartfelt storytelling has moved viewers to tears and sparked meaningful reflections about reconnecting with parents. Click Below To Watch Interview You can learn more about Pauline and her work by visiting her film’s Facebook page, “Brothers Love is Like a Mountain Short Film”, her Instagram, @lovelikeamountain, or by connecting with her directly on Facebook under Pauline Angelina. Proud Media Sponsors of the Fort Smith International Film Festival

This summer, floods in Kerr County, Texas, damaged homes and destroyed ballfields where children learned the game and made friendships. The Ingram Little League, one of the hardest-hit programs, now faces the challenge of rebuilding. The Northwest Arkansas Naturals, along with every club in the Texas League, are stepping in to help. Starting later this month, teams across the league will launch fundraising campaigns to aid Kerr County families, restore local fields, and get young athletes back on the diamond. For fans in Northwest Arkansas, the chance to get involved will come on Friday, September 5. The Naturals’ jersey auction is part of a larger Texas League initiative, with support from Major League Baseball, Minor League Baseball, the Houston Astros, Texas Rangers, and the Nolan Ryan Foundation. Across the league, clubs will host online and in-stadium jersey auctions, donate portions of 50/50 raffle prizes, sell special t-shirts, and even pass the boot at games to collect fan donations. Here’s when fans can catch their favorite clubs wearing the Hill Country jerseys: August 29  – Tulsa Drillers, Amarillo Sod Poodles, Wichita Wind Surge August 30  – Frisco RoughRiders September 4  – Arkansas Travelers September 5  – Northwest Arkansas Naturals September 6  – Midland RockHounds September 9  – Springfield Cardinals September 12  – Corpus Christi Hooks The San Antonio Missions held an earlier fundraiser on August 9, also benefiting the Kerr County effort. For more information on the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, please visit their site HERE .

At the Fort Smith International Film Festival, film composer DeWayne Adcock sat down for an engaging interview where he discussed his work on The Fight . Adcock shared how he approached crafting the score to heighten the film’s emotional intensity and storytelling impact. His insights gave festival-goers a fascinating glimpse into the art of film composition and the role music plays in bringing a director’s vision to life. Click Below To Watch Interview You can find out more about Film Composer DeWayne Adcock at setapartcreative.online Proud Media Sponsor of the Fort Smith International Film Festival

This year’s Fort Smith International Film Festival shined a spotlight on bold stories and rising talent, with the film Buyer’s Remorse capturing audience attention. At the heart of the cast was actor and musician Nora B (Princeaus), whose performance added a memorable spark to the production. Beyond the screen, Nora B is dedicated to her craft in both the performing arts and music scenes. She expressed her excitement at participating in the Fort Smith International Film Festival, highlighting the importance of community-driven events that celebrate independent voices in film. Check out her interview below. Click Below To Watch Interview You can find out more about Nora B on Facebook or on Instagram Proud Media Sponsor of the Fort Smith International Film Festival

The 2025 Fort Smith International Film Festival brought together powerful independent stories from around the world, but one stood out above the rest. We sat down with filmmaker Heather Tyler to talk about her film Delta County , which captured the festival’s Best Narrative Feature Award. With this celebrated debut, Delta County  not only showcases Tyler’s remarkable storytelling talent but also highlights the vibrant creative spirit thriving in Fort Smith and the River Valley. Click Below To Watch Interview You can find out more about the film by going to deltacountyfilm.com Proud Media Sponsor of the Fort Smith International Film Festival

The Fort Smith International Film Festival celebrated some of the best in independent cinema this year, and one of the standout highlights was the short film Just the Janitor . The film took home the award for Best MidAmerica Film, with actor PJ Sosko at the heart of its success. In addition to his work on the big screen, Actor/Producer PJ Sosko is no stranger to other creative mediums. Gamers may recognize his voice as Gerry McReary from the blockbuster video game Grand Theft Auto IV . As Just the Janitor gains more attention, PJ Sosko’s performance proves that even the most unassuming characters can leave a lasting impact on audiences. Check out his interview below. Click Below To Watch Interview You can find out more about PJ Sosko by going here: pjsosko.com Proud Media Sponsors of the Fort Smith International Film Festival

The Fort Smith International Film Festival continues to shine a spotlight on powerful storytelling and emerging talents in cinema. This year, a major highlight was filmmaker Sterling Gates taking home the award for Best MidAmerica Film with his short film  Just the Janitor . Sterling Gates is from Tulsa Oklahoma best known for his work as television writer for Flash and Supergirl. Check out his interview below. Click Below To Watch Interview You can find out more about Sterling Gates at: sterlinggates.com Proud Media Sponsor of the Fort Smith International Film Festival