(Co-) Host a Screening
Want to co-host or host an in-person community screening of Fracking the System?
These are the steps involved:
Complete this form to let us know you are interested. Don’t worry if you aren’t sure about the exact date, location, or audience size. We can always adjust that later. We can also pair you up with other interested co-hosts in your area.
We will send you our Guide to Hosting a Screening and a sample of our license. This will give you a good idea of what to expect, including enrolling co-hosts or sponsors.
When you finalize your date and location, we will send you a screening license and our payment link. The license fee is between $300-$500, depending on audience size, and scholarship pricing is available.
After payment is sent, we will send you a link to the film and a guide for hosting an optional post-film conversation.
You will send us your promotional images and we will help promote your screening on our website, social media channels, and to our email list.
Event day is a success and you make a meaningful impact on your community.
We post the photos from your event to social media channels in celebration.
Want to take the next step? Fill out this form.
Questions? Email us at info@frackingthesystem.com and let’s chat.
What Our Hosts Are Saying
GreenFaith Boulder County has hosted two showings of Fracking the System, one last fall and one this spring. It's an incredible film about ordinary people pulling together in extraordinary ways, showing up at a time in our collective moment on earth with courage, conviction and much love. The film has given our community inspiration to work together for climate justice at the local level and we hope everyone in Colorado and beyond gets a chance to see it. Brian and the others who have participated in panels are a joy to work with, and the process was simple and straightforward. We highly recommend hosting a showing!
- Lodi Siefer on behalf of the GreenFaith Boulder County Organizing Committee, Lodi, Sam, mary beth, Pete and Sarah, greenfaithbouldercounty.org
Being able to put on screenings of 'Fracking the System' for communities across Colorado has been a significant boost in our organization's organizing efforts! Brian's clear and inspiring storytelling of the oil & gas wars in this state has moved a number of people from concerned bystanders to really engaged organizers; whether that's to stop fracking in Colorado, improve our air quality, or organize in frontline communities that are feeling the impacts of fracking worse, people have to act after they see this film because they understand what's at stake. Having an incredible tool like this in the long journey of healing the world is no small thing, and we are so grateful for the partnership and opportunities to share it and work with Brian to do so!
Chelsea Alexander, 350Colorado
The film is excellent and spellbinding! We hoped to get attendees excited about contacting their state senators and legislators about the dangers of fracking during the legislative season, and many told me they were going to do just that after seeing such an eye-opening film. We had a tremendous turnout of about 100 attendees, the most we've had for any of our educational speaker/film events. Attendees were very impressed with Director Brian Hedden's knowledge and activism during the Q&A after the film, too. I highly recommend you host a screening for your community!
Beth Groundwater, Headwaters Group of Sierra Club
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I find a venue to host the event?
Our Screening Guide (sent to your email when you complete this form) has a list of options for where to host your event, such as libraries, community centers, schools, universities, or locally owned theaters.
How do I find co-hosts?
We will help you consider and contact potential co-hosts. We might also be able to pair you with other interested co-hosts in your area.
What does license cover?
The community screening license covers one screening event. If you would like a license for multiple or unlimited screenings, we can customize that with you.
Minimum audience size?
There is no minimum audience size but our lowest licensing fee is $300 for an audience up to 40 people. Scholarship pricing is also available.
Should I charge for tickets to my event?
While some communities choose to make their screenings free, other communities charge between $10-$20 per ticket. You can also ask for donations and explain what proceeds from the event will support.
Do I keep all the ticket sales?
Yes, you control all of the proceeds from your event.
What is the cost of hosting a community screening?
The license fee is between $300-$500, depending on audience size. The screening venue, refreshments, posters and programs might also incur additional costs. Scholarship pricing is also available for organizations with smaller budgets.
Can I host a virtual screening event?
We are only licensing in-person events right now. If you would like to host a virtual screening, contact us and we will let you know when that is available.
How do I get the film file?
We will send you two links, one to stream the film and another to download the film file. You can use whichever method works best for your event.
Do I need a photographer for the event?
You don’t need to hire a professional photographer but we highly recommend appointing one or two photo-savvy people to make sure you get plenty of great photos of the event.
Is the filmmaker or are the film’s participants available for a Q and A discussion after the film?
Contact us and we will discuss that possibility, depending on availability.
