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Monahan’s ’11 ‘Anchorage’ Named Best Film at Oldenburg International Film Festival

October 11, 2021

Scott Monahan ’11 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting) was awarded the 2021 German Independence Award for Best Film at the 2021 Oldenburg International Film Festival for his film “Anchorage.” Monahan directed and starred in his crime thriller/drama and also served as one of the producers.

It was also recently selected to screen at the San Diego International Film Festival this month. It is available on demand for virtual screening from Friday, Oct. 15, through Sunday, Oct. 24.

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