Kern Oil Wins Best Documentary Long

We're excited to share that Kern Oil has been awarded Best Documentary Long at the American Golden Picture International Film Festival (June 2026 Edition).

For an independent production like ours, this recognition means a great deal. Kern Oil was created with one simple goal: to tell the story of the people behind California's oil industry. It's a film about the workers, families, history, and communities that have helped power the state for generations. Regardless of where you stand on the issues, we wanted to preserve these stories and give a voice to the people who live them every day.

Made Possible by Believers

Independent filmmaking isn't easy. Every interview, every mile traveled, every hour spent editing, and every late night was made possible by people who believed this story deserved to be told. Awards like this remind us that authentic, locally made films can resonate with audiences around the world.

Thank You

We want to thank everyone who participated in the documentary, everyone who attended our sold-out screenings, our sponsors, and everyone who has shared the film with friends and family. Your support has helped Kern Oil reach audiences far beyond Kern County.

This award is another exciting milestone as the film continues its festival run, and we're looking forward to sharing more updates in the months ahead.

From all of us at Hectic Films Productions, thank you for being part of the journey.

The story of Kern County's energy industry is still being written—and we're honored to help tell it.