The Meaning of February
Peace Tree Collective Presents
showing at the portland dance film festival on september 20th
showing at the portland dance film festival on september 20th
The Meaning of February
An Original Short Film by Peace Tree Collective | 16:25
The Meaning of February is an experimental short film following a young woman’s journey through loss. Set against the backdrop of a rural farm in winter, the film weaves together dance, poetry, and landscape to explore how grief transforms through the seasons. This film was produced by Peace Tree Collective and created in memory of Ezekiel Sozo Crowder, who passed away at the age of fifteen in February 2021.
— Portland Dance Film Festival 2025
The Meaning of February is an experimental short film using movement, music, and landscape as a testimony to grief. A collaboration between Maile Crowder (performer), Kathryn Frey (writer), Cory Standridge (cinematography), and Brady Heinsoo (original score), this film was shot entirely on Zeke’s Farm.