Pat McGee is an acclaimed documentary director and producer known for his work on both film and television, with a focus on character-driven stories that seek to find common ground in polarizing subjects. His storytelling has been praised as “gripping,” “humanistic,” and “illuminating” by critics from the LA Times to Variety.
Now, as the newly appointed Festival Director of the 24th Anchorage International Film Festival (AIFF), Pat, alongside longtime collaborator and fellow filmmaker Adam Linkenhelt, is building on AIFF’s long-standing tradition of showcasing “Films Worth Freezing For.” Together, they are crafting a new narrative, positioning the festival as the “Icy Road to the Oscars,” and curating a dynamic program of over 100 films that highlight bold, independent voices and thought-provoking stories from around the world.
Adam Linkenhelt is an innovative filmmaker who has spent the past decade immersed in the independent film world, focusing on documentary storytelling and shorts that explore the raw, emotional depths of real life. As a director, editor, and producer, his work has been praised as “gripping” and “humanistic” by LA Times and Variety, with films and series airing on HULU, VICE, A&E, DISCOVERY, and PEACOCK. Adam’s shorts have toured the festival circuit, resonating with audiences worldwide for their authenticity and emotional impact. Now, as Festival Director of the Anchorage International Film Festival, Adam is committed to elevating bold, independent voices and fostering collaboration within the vibrant creative community of Alaska.
With over three decades in the entertainment industry, Caroline has excelled in a variety of roles from producer to casting director, engaging with a wide spectrum of projects including documentaries, unscripted television, and film. Her career took a pivotal turn as she ventured into the world of non-profit and advocacy, working as a design researcher on a significant anti-violence initiative sponsored by the White House. This role significantly enriched her appreciation for the transformative power of media and storytelling.
Now serving as the Director of Development at the Anchorage International Film Festival, Caroline is poised to leverage her extensive background, her vast network, and her renowned tenacity to enrich Alaska’s cultural landscape.
In her capacity, Caroline will lead efforts to broaden the festival’s philanthropic support. She will also be instrumental in event planning, crafting donor benefits, and maximizing development opportunities to strengthen relationships within the philanthropic community.
Eager to collaborate with the festival’s co-directors, board, and the entire AIFF team, Caroline is dedicated to propelling the festival to new heights and creating many mutually beneficial partnerships. Her passion for growth and community engagement, coupled with her commitment to the art of storytelling, are pivotal to shaping the future of AIFF.
For sponsorship opportunities please reach out: caroline@anchoragefilmfestival.org.
Kim Walsh joins the 24th Anchorage International Film Festival as the Director of Operations working alongside the festival’s new Co-Directors Adam Linkenhelt and Pat McGee and Director of Sponsorship Caroline Pease Murphy, bringing with her a strong passion for Independent Film and Original Music for film and an inquisitive nature, excited to learn about Alaska and the diverse cultures, languages and history of the indigenous people of Alaska.
Kim started her film festival journey as a box office agent in 2012 with the Woods Hole Film Festival and quicky became more involved as the Director of Sponsorship, Box Office Manager, Special Events Coordinator and Filmmaker Liaison during the five years with WHFF.
After the WHFF, in 2019, Kim joined the Nantucket Film Festival for a season to try something new and also worked the same year for the Key West Film Festival where she currently lives on a Carver 33 Foot Mariner in the heart of an old school Key West style marina which she refers to as living in a real life movie set complete with Pirates and Treasure Hunters!
For the last 4 years Kim has had the honor of being the Sundance Film Festival’s welcoming smile at Robert Redford’s private screening room located on a mountain top in Utah at the Sundance Mountain Resort, also working in the hub of the 2024 Sundance Main Box Office in Park City.
She is looking forward to contributing to the grass roots growth of the upcoming 24th Anchorage International Film Festival and has already met many locals on a recent visit to Anchorage that are looking forward to joining the festival this year with joining our Cool Volunteer Team and with joining our new Adopt – a – Film Program. Local business can join to help support local high school kids to attend a complementary screening at this year’s offerings at the Anchorage Museum.
A note from Kim:
Heartfelt thanks for having me join the 24th Anchorage International Film Festival, voted one of the Top Coolest Film Festivals in the world by MovieMaker Magazine!
I look forward to seeing you all at some great FILMS WORTH FREEZING FOR! “
