Wachholz Film Series to feature live Interview with director of film, ‘Thousand Pieces of Gold’
Made in Montana series continues Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
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KALISPELL — The Wachholz College Center’s new film series, “Made in Montana,” continues every Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. Curated by Wachholz’s Technical Director, Dwight Camillucci, and Flathead native, Clayton McDougall, each screening has featured an introduction by the duo followed by a discussion with the audience.
The creators are thrilled to announce that their season pick, “Thousand Pieces of Gold,” (1991), will include a live interview with director Nancy Kelly who will be calling in via zoom following the screening of the film on Aug. 27. Nancy Kelly spent six years fundraising before making her feature directorial debut with “Thousand Pieces of Gold.” The film earned critical acclaim, with Kelly’s direction drawing comparisons to classic Western auteurs like John Ford. Despite the film’s success, she encountered significant industry barriers that limited opportunities for women directors at the time.
“Thousand Pieces of Gold” is described by McDougall as an overlooked indie Western based on the life of Chinese American pioneer, Polly Bemis, which was filmed in southwest Montana.
Tickets for individual films are available for $10 each. Tickets are on sale now, with discounts available for senior citizens. For more information on the series or to buy tickets visit: wccmt.org or contact the ticket office at 406-756-1400.
