We are over the moon to announce our Opening Night film for the Gig Harbor Film Festival!

We will screen the WORLD PREMIERE of The Dawgfather: The Legacy of Don James on September 26, 2024 at 6:30pm at the Galaxy Theatres in Gig Harbor!

The Dawgfather is a captivating human interest story wrapped in the world of football. Join us for the cinematic story of a man from a small town in Ohio whose impact as a coach and mentor of the Washington Huskies not only changed the landscape of college football, but also created lasting change through the men he coached.

Written and directed by acclaimed GHFF alum Kent Loomer, “This is a story about selflessness in a world full of selfishness.”

We look forward to collaborating again with the producers at Rocket Soul Studios (remember breakout hit Freedom’s Path in 2022?) Here’s the trailer:

More exciting details on the renowned guests that will join us for the Q&A after the film coming soon!

All VIP and General Admission passholders are welcome to join us for this WORLD PREMIERE! (Individual tickets will not be sold.)

Please reach out to director@gigharborfilmfestival.org with any questions.

We’ll keep you posted on Instagram (@gigharborfilm) and Facebook (Gig Harbor Film Festival)!

Best,

Pamela Holt
Executive Director
Gig Harbor Film Festival

director@gigharborfilmfestival.org

 September 26-29, 2024