The short film, “Oh Whale”, revisits one of Oregon’s most infamous moments through the lens of the man who helped make it legendary. When news anchor Paul Linnman arrived in Florence on November 12, 1970, he couldn’t have known the exploding whale story would define his career. Directed by Winslow Crane-Murdoch (
@winmurdoch ), the film follows a small coastal town, an unexpected spectacle, and the lasting legacy of a story that took on a life of its own—exploring how we don’t get to choose our fate, only what we make of it. Produced by Luke Terrell (
@luketterrell ), Cecilia Brown (
@cecilbrownn ), and Rachel Gardell (
@geerachel ), “
@ohwhalemovie ” blends humor, history, and reflection into a sharp short documentary rooted in Oregon lore.
@macfilmfest returns to McMinnville February 26 through March 1, bringing short narrative, documentary, animation, and experimental films from around the world to the big screen. If you’re planning to visit for festival weekend, book lodging early, rooms are limited.
Follow the link in our profile to view the full lineup and purchase tickets to the festival.
