Idaho Film Society Honors Industry Leaders at Inaugural Hall of Fame Event in Boise

The new organization aims to elevate Idaho's film scene and attract more productions to the state.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:01pm

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A striking abstract composition of geometric shapes in bold red and white, conceptually representing the Idaho Film Society's efforts to elevate the state's film industry.The Idaho Film Society's inaugural Hall of Fame event aims to showcase the state's untapped potential as a filmmaking hub.Boise Today

The Idaho Film Society, founded in 2023, is hosting its first Idaho Film Hall of Fame event on May 9, 2026, in Boise. The organization will honor five industry leaders, including actor Scott Glenn, director Michael Hoffman, producer Heather Rae Priest, technology innovator Amy Gile, and animator Lars C. Larsen, for their contributions to filmmaking in and around Idaho.

Why it matters

The Idaho Film Society was created to help build the state's creative economy and change perceptions about Idaho's potential as a filmmaking hub. By recognizing key industry figures with roots in the state, the Hall of Fame event aims to showcase Idaho's existing talent and resources, with the goal of attracting more film productions to the region.

The details

The Idaho Film Society was founded in August 2023 with the mission of promoting filmmaking in Idaho and contributing to the state's economy. The organization operates out of a repurposed Greyhound bus station in downtown Boise, where it provides resources like a 60-seat screening room, production facilities, and educational workshops. For its inaugural Hall of Fame event, IFS will honor five individuals who have made significant contributions to the film industry: actor Scott Glenn, director Michael Hoffman, producer Heather Rae Priest, technology innovator Amy Gile, and animator Lars C. Larsen.

  • The Idaho Film Society was founded in August 2023.
  • The inaugural Idaho Film Hall of Fame event is set for May 9, 2026, at Treefort Music Hall in Boise.

The players

Idaho Film Society

A nonprofit organization founded in 2023 to promote filmmaking in Idaho and contribute to the state's creative economy.

Aidan Brezonick

Founder and artistic director of the Idaho Film Society, who is working to reshape perceptions of Idaho as an artistic hub.

Scott Glenn

An acclaimed actor who has appeared in films such as 'The Right Stuff,' 'Training Day,' and many others. He will receive the Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award.

Michael Hoffman

A director from Payette, Idaho, known for films like 'Soapdish,' 'One Fine Day,' and 'The Emperor's Club.' He will receive the Vision Award.

Heather Rae Priest

A producer with deep roots in Idaho, known for films like 'Frozen River,' 'Trudell,' and 'Fancy Dance.' She will receive the Frontier Award.

Amy Gile

The founder and CEO of Silverdraft Supercomputing, a company that uses advanced computing platforms built in Idaho. She will receive the Excellence in Technology Award.

Lars C. Larsen

An Oscar-winning stop-motion animator who has worked on films like 'Coraline,' 'Kubo and the Two Strings,' and 'Pinocchio.' He will receive the Excellence in Education Award.

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What they’re saying

“The goal was to fill out the last missing pillar of our creative economy. Our main goal is to reshape the perception of what Idaho is as an artistic space.”

— Aidan Brezonick, Founder and artistic director, Idaho Film Society

“If they can do it in those places, we can do it here. And one of our best examples is Tree Fort. If the music scene can do that and build it from the ground up and build it from community-level engagement, then I think that's the route that you should take for [film]. Start with the community. Use that as a litmus test to see what people want to see.”

— Aidan Brezonick, Founder and artistic director, Idaho Film Society

“When Aidan got the IFS started and got this facility, it just kind of connected. I walked in and Aidan said, 'You need to be here. Pick out a place. We'll figure it out.' That was kind of where it all snowballed from, having this is like a homebase for me, for workshops, and just creative projects and film. It has been awesome. It's an amazing resource.”

— Lars C. Larsen, Oscar-winning animator

What’s next

The Idaho Film Hall of Fame event on May 9, 2026, will be a key milestone for the Idaho Film Society as it works to elevate the state's film industry and attract more productions to the region.

The takeaway

By honoring industry leaders with ties to Idaho, the Idaho Film Society is taking an important step in building a sustainable film ecosystem in the state, showcasing its existing talent and resources to change perceptions and draw more filmmaking activity to the region.