True West Film Center: Arts Education and Reviving Cinema in Healdsburg with Kathryn Philip

 

Cinema returns to Northern Sonoma County! In this episode, we draw back the curtain with Kathryn Philip, the visionary Executive Director of True West Film Center in Healdsburg, California. She chats with host Michelle Marques about the new center, which celebrated with a grand opening on October 24, 2025. Hear the journey of the center, from its roots as the Alexander Valley Film Society to its current mission as a non-profit powerhouse, where the magic of the movies fuels groundbreaking educational programs. Philip shines a spotlight on their K-12 media literacy curriculum, and exciting summer camps, all designed to ignite critical thinking skills. Plus, learn about the inspiring James Redford Campus, a collaboration with the Redford Center, dedicated to documentary films tackling climate challenges. This is more than just a movie theater – it's a movement!

 

Kathryn Philip, Executive Director of True West Film Center

 

 

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