
Directing
Chris Shields
Helena, Montana, United States
Chris Shields is a filmmaker from East Helena, Montana, currently working out of Missoula, Montana. Chris specializes in screenwriting, cinematography, and film editing.
Acting credits
NRA documentary that follows the rise of a young sledder from Texas, in way over his head, as he prepares to battle the best sledder in the world. It also discusses the allegations of drug use in the sport and its return to the Winter Olympics in 1996.
The Fastest Way Down
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NRWhen duty calls, Kyle Martindale answers. Champion of both energy and word, Kyle proves there's nothing a little hard work and self composure can't accomplish.
Light News Day
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Filmmaker Nathan Kornick uses interviews with his friend, Chris Shields, and confessional footage to reflect on the power of movies to help us better understand ourselves and each other.
You, Me, and Movies
2023
Behind the camera
NRGlimpse into the vibrant music scene in Missoula, Montana through first-hand accounts from local artists and musical acts. DJ Auntie E, bands Cosmic Sans and The Skurfs, and the local legend and scene photographer, Donal Lakatua, share their thoughts on what brings the city's music to life as well as the obstacles trying to hold it back.
Missoula Originals
2024
NRAll Parker wants for his birthday is a trip. His best friend Jameson is more than happy to oblige.
The Ride
2024
NRAll Parker wants for his birthday is a trip. His best friend Jameson is more than happy to oblige.
The Ride
2024
NRIt's Guy's first day in his new apartment, and while he's settling into his bedroom, his roommate, Shay, invites a group of friends and her new boyfriend over for a game night. Guy seems to be hitting it off with her friends, but after meeting Shay's boyfriend Flynn, his entire life is flipped upside down.
Dead Ringer
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"Challah-day" is a short documentary feature about the challah bread making process. This was filmed and edited by Chris Shields in 2022 for Beginning Photo/Video Journalism at the University of Montana. It was filmed in a single day in a single location and stars Henry Spaulding.
Challah-day
2022
"Challah-day" is a short documentary feature about the challah bread making process. This was filmed and edited by Chris Shields in 2022 for Beginning Photo/Video Journalism at the University of Montana. It was filmed in a single day in a single location and stars Henry Spaulding.
Challah-day
2022
NRThe anonymous Missoula, MT artist known only as Wholesome Vandalism walks us through his process of making non-conforming street art for the common man.
Glorified Trash
2024
NRThe anonymous Missoula, MT artist known only as Wholesome Vandalism walks us through his process of making non-conforming street art for the common man.
Glorified Trash
2024
NRAutumn struggles with her mental health and an overbearing mother. A new support group gives her hope, but something more to the group lies beneath the surface.
Bloom
2025
NRAutumn struggles with her mental health and an overbearing mother. A new support group gives her hope, but something more to the group lies beneath the surface.
Bloom
2025
NRAutumn struggles with her mental health and an overbearing mother. A new support group gives her hope, but something more to the group lies beneath the surface.
Bloom
2025
NRPat Hedlund, dog therapist, makes an unfortunate house call that will change her life. This film was made by the team Sound Speed for the Montana 48 Hour Film Project 2023. The team placed third overall in the state. The following criteria were given: horror (genre), Pat Hedlund the dog therapist (character/occupation), chopsticks (prop), and "you did what? When?" (dialogue).
Kennel
2023
NRPat Hedlund, dog therapist, makes an unfortunate house call that will change her life. This film was made by the team Sound Speed for the Montana 48 Hour Film Project 2023. The team placed third overall in the state. The following criteria were given: horror (genre), Pat Hedlund the dog therapist (character/occupation), chopsticks (prop), and "you did what? When?" (dialogue).
Kennel
2023
NRWhen duty calls, Kyle Martindale answers. Champion of both energy and word, Kyle proves there's nothing a little hard work and self composure can't accomplish.
Light News Day
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NREast Helena is a smelter town to its core, but after well over a century of smelting, it has also become a Superfund cleanup site. As the town continues to grow and expand, health officials fight to clean up high levels of lead found in the ground and water and the community searches for a new identity without the smelter.
From the Shadow of the Stacks
2024
NREast Helena is a smelter town to its core, but after well over a century of smelting, it has also become a Superfund cleanup site. As the town continues to grow and expand, health officials fight to clean up high levels of lead found in the ground and water and the community searches for a new identity without the smelter.
From the Shadow of the Stacks
2024
NRAnthony's lonely night at a bar takes a turn when a young woman strikes up conversation.
The Empty Table
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NRA young woman still healing from a painful past, pushes herself to go on a first date in hopes of reclaiming a sense of normalcy. What begins as a playful, promising night out soon tests the fragile line between moving forward and confronting what she hasn’t fully left behind.
Good Time Girl!
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NRA young woman still healing from a painful past, pushes herself to go on a first date in hopes of reclaiming a sense of normalcy. What begins as a playful, promising night out soon tests the fragile line between moving forward and confronting what she hasn’t fully left behind.
Good Time Girl!
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NRA portrait of West Seattle’s notorious and beloved muralist, Desmond Hansen—painter, musician, lowriding enthusiast, husband, father, legend. His name is everywhere. His work divides critiques and unites communities. This is a story about art, ownership, controversy, and leaving your mark.
Writing on the Walls
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NRWhen a catering mishap leaves chef Jerri Falstaff with antlers for hands, her lawyer challenges the almighty Wizards of the Crown, exposing their flaws in a high-stakes legal showdown.
Falstaff v. The Crown
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