Courtesy Elevation News Today

This weekend, the Portland International Film Festival returns for its 44th year, after a truncated 2020 iteration and brief fall revival. Rather than retreat to a fully virtual model, the NW Film Center has opted for a hybrid presentation: certain titles will be screened at a Zidell Yards drive-in, and others will be available online for the festivals full March 5–14 duration. In addition to a robust program of shorts and features, PIFF will also offer a pair of virtuals...