Film enthusiasts and aspiring media professionals are invited to join in on a conversation with screenwriter Shelley Reid and actor Grainger Hines Friday, March 21, at 5 p.m. in the Barksdale Recital Hall at Lander University. Reid and Hines will be giving a presentation on their new feature film, Long Shadows, as part of the Lander Film Festival. This event is free and open to the public, and provides an in-depth look at the screenwriting, filmmaking and acting in the new film.

As a veteran screenwriter, Shelley Reid will share insights into his creative journey, detailing the transition from script to screen for Long Shadows, which is set for a theatrical release this summer. His presentation will cover key elements of storytelling, character development and the challenges of bringing a script to life in the film industry.

Joining Reid is Greenwood native Grainger Hines, who portrays Sheriff Wesley Tibbs in Long Shadows. Hines, known for his extensive work in film and television, will provide firsthand accounts of his experiences on set and offer valuable perspectives on the art of screen acting. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a Q and A session, making this event ideal for film lovers, students and anyone interested in the cinematic arts.

Founded in 2010, the Lander University Film Festival provides outstanding film-related opportunities to Lander students, and the arts and film communities in South Carolina and beyond. Collaboration with academics and professionals in the film industry have led to exciting and unique opportunities for filmmakers of all skill levels to learn new techniques, develop their filmmaking skills and showcase their work. The 15th Annual Lander Film Festival will be held March 18-22, 2025, with special events held throughout the week. For more information, visit www.landerfilmfestival.com.

Support for the 15th Annual Lander University Film Festival comes from a grant from South Carolina Humanities. The mission of the South Carolina Humanities is to enrich the cultural and intellectual lives of all South Carolinians. This not-for-profit organization presents and/or supports literary initiatives, lectures, exhibits, festivals, publications, oral history projects, videos and other humanities-based experiences that reach more than 250,000 citizens annually. For more information, please visit www.schumanities.org.