Mission Statement

The Shorts in Winter Film Festival’s mission is to showcase the unique perspectives representative of Minnesota’s North Shore region through film. The medium of film is a powerful device capable of encapsulating time, place, meaning, and feeling. The Shorts in Winter Film Festival seeks to bring voice to this region by providing a creative space for filmmakers to present the diversity, creativity and ingenuity of its area and residents of all ages.  

About the Festival

2024 is the inaugural year for Shorts in Winter. With this in mind, we look to make this as inclusive as possible with a wide range of applicants and content. Our focus is to provide a new type of community event for Lake County, where yes, we really do have people wearing shorts in winter.

We are passionate about Minnesota’s North Shore region, its people and the community.

  • Matt Bachman

    FOUNDER & VISIONARY

    Matt is an avid student of film with several short films under his belt. The North Shore is a special place to him and constantly gives inspiration in his work.

  • Jamie MacFarlane

    FOUNDER & EVENT COORDINATOR

    Jamie is a lifelong resident of Two Harbors with experience in hospitality, as well as community and event organizing. She enjoys being creative and supportive behind the scenes.