QCA Film Office

06/06/2026

🎬 Independent Filmmaking Screenings Wed. June 10 🎬

Join Chicago-based filmmaker and film professor John Otterbacher (Northwestern, Loyola, and DePaul Universities), film and theatre writer/director/actor J. Paul Preseault, and Quad Cities filmmaker Jon Gollner for a screening of short films followed by a discussion on the independent filmmaking process—from concept and production to distribution and audience engagement.

This unique collection of films spans locations from Los Angeles to New Mexico to Chicago and explores powerful themes including mental health, grief, friendship, and legacy.

🎥 Screening & Filmmaker Discussion Wednesday June 10, 7:20 p.m.
📍 The Last Picture House, Davenport
🎟️ https://www.lastpicturehouse.com/movie/professor-os-producing-festival-independent-short-films/

06/05/2026

In this episode of Talking Art, Kelli and Estlin Feigley of Fresh Films discuss their ambitious vision to bring a multi-stage film and television production facility to Rock Island, Illinois.

The conversation explores how Fresh Films is working to build not only a production space, but a creative ecosystem that can benefit the entire community.

🖥️ Web Stream Talking Art: wvik.org/podcast/talking-art
📲 Spotify: bit.ly/4bQZgFb (Link 🔗 in bio)

05/27/2026

Looking forward to the Pulling Focus African American Film Festival of The Quad Cities next week!

05/21/2026

05/21/2026

“HEY YOU GUYS! Movie in the Park Returns Friday With The Goonies”

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One of the best parts of summer in Moline is officially back.

This Friday, May 22, families, friends, and movie lovers are invited to Karstens Park for the first Movie in the Park night of the 2026 season….and they’re kicking things off with an absolute classic: The Goonies.

As the sun starts to set and the park fills with blankets, lawn chairs, snacks, and kids running around before the movie starts, the big screen will light up at approximately 8:20 p.m. for a night full of adventure, treasure maps, pirate ships, and pure 80s nostalgia.

Whether you grew up quoting the movie or you’re introducing your kids to it for the very first time, this honestly feels like the perfect way to start summer in the Quad Cities.

Guests are encouraged to bring their own snacks, chairs or blankets, and maybe a little bug spray too. The event is hosted by the Moline Parks and Recreation Department at Karstens Park.

And remember… Goonies never say die.

05/19/2026

The Quad Cities Film Office is proud to support the next generation of filmmakers! 🎬✨

The Last Picture House is hosting the 3rd Annual Augustana College Student Film Showcase & Awards tomorrow, May 20 from 5 - 7 p.m. It's free and open to the public!

Congratulations to all of the student filmmakers, and we look forward to celebrating your hard work and creativity! 🎥🏆

05/13/2026

Here's a great opportunity to see the John Munos Hero Street: A Documentary Film Series by Fourth Wall Films!

Discover the inspiring story of PFC John S. Muños, an American hero who grew up in a boxcar home on 2nd Steet (now Hero Street) in Silvis, Illinois, with a free screening of the Fourth Wall Films documentary "The Last to Fall from Hero Street."

Three months after marrying his sweetheart, John joined the Army in 1951 and served in the Korean War, sacrificing his life at 23 during the Battle of Bloody Ridge. This compelling film combines interviews with family, friends, veterans, community leaders, and historians with archival materials to tell an unforgettable story of American courage, character, and perseverance. Don’t miss this heartfelt tribute to a hero.

The free screening and meet and greet with filmmakers Kelly and Tammy Rundle is Thursday, May 21, at 1:30 p.m.

05/06/2026

Congratulations to Gaye Shannon-Burnett for being recognized by the Quad Cities Regional Business Journal as one of the Quad Cities Women of Influence 2026! We appreciate her work with Azubuike African American Council for the Arts and the Pulling Focus African American Film Festival of The Quad Cities!

Here's a look at this week's front page.
The 2026 Women of Influence are a group of incredibly multi-faceted and talented individuals. They are leaders who are striving for greatness — not only for themselves, but for their organizations and communities.
The Women of Influence awards recognize women who have made a difference in the Quad Cities region as role models and leaders in their fields and communities. Nominated by those who have witnessed their impact first-hand, and chosen by a committee of previous winners, this year’s Women of Influence honorees are just as inspiring as their predecessors.
Get to know this year's Women of Influence, subscribers can read all 11 profiles in print. Keep an eye on our website, as we will continue to release these profiles online throughout the week.

05/04/2026

Fifteen years of independent voices.
Now we step into the next chapter.

JDIFF 2027 submissions officially open June 15 — and this year, we are expanding the canvas.

For the first time, we are welcoming Music Videos into the competition lineup. This expansion reflects our commitment to honoring every form of visual storytelling.

Filmmakers, directors, creatives, artists: prepare your work. We’re ready to see what you’ve built!

The next era begins June 15.

🔗 julienfilmfest.com