The 7th Annual Oceanside International Film Festival took place in August of 2017 at the Brooks and Star Theatres. This Showcase of OIFF 2017 Features 3 Special Films from its Program, Include it's 2 Best Picture Recipients, as well as the Special Guest Opening Film, 'I Stand: The Guardians of the Water'.

Films Featured In This Program:

OUR BARRIO (2017) Directed by Ryan Casselman

2017 Winner: Audience Award - Best Picture

Starring: Yvette Angulo, Rick Mancia, Francisco Javier Gomez

Runtime: 29 Min

Synopsis: A young woman named Gabriela, is on the verge of adulthood as she lives with her family in a diverse neighborhood. Struggling with her own identity, Gabriela is forced to reckon with herself when her life comes to an abrupt halt.

HUSH (2016) Directed by Michael Foster

2017 Winner: Jury Award - Best Picture

Starring: Rachel Barker, Luke Bedsole, Eric Casalini

Runtime: 26 Min

Synopsis: Clearly dealing with a troubled kid, Sadie is burning out, while Caleb makes her life a living hell. Is Sadie succumbing to the losing end of each interaction with Caleb or is there a method to her madness?

I STAND: THE GUARDIANS OF THE WATER (2016) Directed by Kyle Kauwika Harris

Runtime: 61 Min

Synopsis: The story of Standing Rock Sioux Nation and the continued opposition to the Dakota Access Pipeline.