Portland-based filmmaker Onyx Baird is bringing her debut documentary to local audiences for the first time with Amrita: An Evening in Honor of the Bees. The fundraiser screening event takes place Friday, June 6, 6-8 pm at 133 SE Salmon St.
Amrita is a feature-length documentary following three groups of women—from Portugal, Hawaii and Mexico—who are merging science with spirituality in their work to conserve wild bees. The event will give Portland audiences their first look at a teaser of the film, followed by a presentation and Q&A with Baird. All proceeds go toward completing the film, which is currently entering post production.
“Humans have collectively forgotten their inherent connection to the natural world,” said Baird. “When we are participating in healthy relationships, we act in a way that is loving and reciprocal. Until we address this core issue of disconnection, change will not occur and our ecosystems will continue to collapse.”
A free afterparty follows until 9:30 pm, with various pollinator related activities including a seed bomb making workshop, bee-themed cocktails, small bites and a raffle. Tickets ($20) are available at amritadocumentary.com.