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Festival As Community Anchor
- Roger Durling described Santa Barbara's fires then mudslides that isolated the community and nearly disrupted the festival.
- He framed the festival as a crucial communal gathering to mourn, reconnect, and rebuild local morale.
Identity Defines A Film Festival
- Durling emphasizes a film festival's identity is what distinguishes it from many others.
- He built Santa Barbara around Oscar-season timing and a clear, marketable identity to attract talent and audiences.
Restoring The Arlington Theater
- Durling recounted acquiring and renovating a historic theater into a Dolby Atmos/Vision venue for year-round programming.
- Directors repeatedly praised the theater's sound during Q&As, validating the upgrade.