During the limited run of BEESWAX at the Film Forum in NY, director Andrew Bujalski will hold a handful of Q&A sessions. He will be at the 7:50 and 10pm shows on Friday, August 7 and Saturday, August 8.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
New York - BEESWAX - Director Q&A
During the limited run of BEESWAX at the Film Forum in NY, director Andrew Bujalski will hold a handful of Q&A sessions. He will be at the 7:50 and 10pm shows on Friday, August 7 and Saturday, August 8.
For Your Consideration - 'I Like-Like You, Man' Edition
For Your Consideration is a weekly round-up of upcoming indie limited releases. The idea is to either expose you to or remind you of films that can't afford to plaster their posters on the sides of buildings or accompany your Happy Meal in toy form.
Unsurprisingly, this week marks another light batch of independent openings as we slog through the heart of blockbuster season, but quality, not quantity, no? A mumblecore bromance and concert documentary cobbled together from unused b-roll headline this week, and although they definitely don't seem thrilling on paper, with numerous audience awards under their collective festival belts, they both deserve some consideration for your box-office attention this weekend.
Where: NY - Angelika Film Center, LA - Opens next week.
Why: A heartfelt, but still fun, counterpoint to the big, blunt, homophobic baiting of Brüno. Humpday looks to bring the yucks while trying to offer an examination on bromances and the nuanced aspects of self and relationships as opposed to the simplistic LOOK! PEOPLE ARE HOMOPHOBIC WHEN ATTACKED BY GAY STEREOTYPES formula of Sacha Baron Cohen's latest endeavor.
Where: NY - Landmark Sunshine Cinema, Lincoln Plaza Cinema; LA - Playhouse 7, Monica 4-Plex, Sunset 5
Why: Compiled from hours of unused b-roll collected from When We Were Kings, Soul Power is a compelling example of the power of editing with documentary material and, all pretense aside, is simply just an excellent concert film that showcases many performers at the height of their careers giving their all for an audience that looked to them as symbols of hope.
YOO-HOO, MRS. GOLDBERG
Unsurprisingly, this week marks another light batch of independent openings as we slog through the heart of blockbuster season, but quality, not quantity, no? A mumblecore bromance and concert documentary cobbled together from unused b-roll headline this week, and although they definitely don't seem thrilling on paper, with numerous audience awards under their collective festival belts, they both deserve some consideration for your box-office attention this weekend.
HUMPDAY
What: The fourth feature from 2009 "Someone to Watch" Spirit Award winner Lynn Shelton (My Effortless Brilliance), Humpday is the tale of two recently reunited friends that quickly fall back into their old habits of stubborn one-upmanship. One night after a drunken dare to enter an amatuer porn contest, the two straight men reluctantly decide the best way to win is to stage a porn using the only resources they have - each other.Where: NY - Angelika Film Center, LA - Opens next week.
Why: A heartfelt, but still fun, counterpoint to the big, blunt, homophobic baiting of Brüno. Humpday looks to bring the yucks while trying to offer an examination on bromances and the nuanced aspects of self and relationships as opposed to the simplistic LOOK! PEOPLE ARE HOMOPHOBIC WHEN ATTACKED BY GAY STEREOTYPES formula of Sacha Baron Cohen's latest endeavor.
SOUL POWER
What: The first feature directed by veteran independent producer Jeffrey Levy-Hinte, Soul Power is a verite documentary/concert film that chronicles the famous three day music festival that was staged in conjuction with the epic 1974 "Rumble in the Jungle" fight between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman. Held in Kinshasa, Zaire, the concert represented the first time that many of the world's most iconic African-American musicians were able to perform in the land of their forefathers. Where: NY - Landmark Sunshine Cinema, Lincoln Plaza Cinema; LA - Playhouse 7, Monica 4-Plex, Sunset 5
Why: Compiled from hours of unused b-roll collected from When We Were Kings, Soul Power is a compelling example of the power of editing with documentary material and, all pretense aside, is simply just an excellent concert film that showcases many performers at the height of their careers giving their all for an audience that looked to them as symbols of hope.
Everything Else
WEATHER GIRLYOO-HOO, MRS. GOLDBERG
Los Angeles - Harry Potter Producer David Heyman Discussion - No Screening
Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince Producer David Heyman will discuss the making of the film at the Apple Store on the 3rd Street Promenade on July 13 at 7:00pm. There will be no accompanying screening. There are no tickets, so if you are interested in attending, please arrive at the store early.
Los Angeles - ADAM - Advance Screening
Fox Searchlight is holding advance screenings of their new film ADAM. Tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis. If you register for tickets, we advise showing up early to make sure you can get a seat, as screenings will most likely be overbooked.
There are multiple screenings in Los Angeles. They are:
July 9 at 7:30pm at the ArcLight Sherman Oaks.
July 14 at 7:30pm at the Landmark.
July 23 at 7:30pm at the AMC Century City.
July 28 at 7:30pm at the ArcLight Hollywood.
Tickets are available here.
(Select the city, then click on the theater name for ticket registration.)
There are multiple screenings in Los Angeles. They are:
July 9 at 7:30pm at the ArcLight Sherman Oaks.
July 14 at 7:30pm at the Landmark.
July 23 at 7:30pm at the AMC Century City.
July 28 at 7:30pm at the ArcLight Hollywood.
Tickets are available here.
(Select the city, then click on the theater name for ticket registration.)
New York - ADAM - Advance Screening - Overbooked
UPDATE: According to the Fox Searchlight, all screenings are overbooked.
Fox Searchlight is holding advance screenings of their new film ADAM. Tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis. If you register for tickets, we advise showing up early to make sure you can get a seat, as screenings will most likely be overbooked.
There are multiple screenings in New York, but they are all currently overbooked.
Tickets are available here.
(Select the city, then click on the theater name for ticket registration.)
Fox Searchlight is holding advance screenings of their new film ADAM. Tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis. If you register for tickets, we advise showing up early to make sure you can get a seat, as screenings will most likely be overbooked.
There are multiple screenings in New York, but they are all currently overbooked.
Tickets are available here.
(Select the city, then click on the theater name for ticket registration.)
New York - HUMPDAY - Actor Q&A
Following the 7:30pm show of HUMPDAY at the Angelika Film Center on July 10, star Josh Leonard will hold a Q&A session.
Tickets are available here.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
New York - I LOVE YOU, BETH COOPER - Free Advance Screening
There will be a free, advance screening of I LOVE YOU, BETH COOPER at the AMC Lincoln Square on July 9 at 7:00pm. Free tickets are available online, but seating is provided on a first come, first serve basis, so if you are interested in attending, arrive early.
Printable tickets are located here.
Printable tickets are located here.
Los Angeles - I LOVE YOU, BETH COOPER - Free Advance Screening
There will be a free, advance screening of I LOVE YOU, BETH COOPER at the ArcLight in Sherman Oaks on July 9 at 7:30pm. Free tickets are available online, but seating is provided on a first come, first serve basis, so if you are interested in attending, arrive early.
Printable tickets are located here.
Printable tickets are located here.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
NY - FOOD INC - Free Screening
Chipotle is sponsoring free screenings of the film FOOD, INC and one will take place at the Beekman Theater on July 16 at 7:30 PM.
Seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Ticketing information is not provided on the website, so we suggest contacting the theater directly if you are interested (212 585-4141).
Seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Ticketing information is not provided on the website, so we suggest contacting the theater directly if you are interested (212 585-4141).
Los Angeles - FOOD INC - Free Screening
Chipotle is sponsoring free screenings of the film FOOD, INC and one will take place at the Sunset 5 on July 16 at 7:30 PM.
Seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Ticketing information is not provided on the website, so we suggest contacting the theater directly if you are interested (323-848-3500).
Seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Ticketing information is not provided on the website, so we suggest contacting the theater directly if you are interested (323-848-3500).
New York - IT MIGHT GET LOUD - Advance Screening & Director Q&A
Director David Guggenheim will hold a Q&A following an advance screening of his new film IT MIGHT GET LOUD. At the Film Society At Lincoln Center on July 30th at 7:30pm. A post screening party with hors d’oeuvres and an open bar will follow.
Tickets are available here.
Los Angeles - EXTRACT - Advance Screening & Writer/Director Discussion
An advance screening of EXTRACT will take place at The Aero in LA on August 22nd at 7:30PM. A discussion with writer/director Mike Judge will follow.
Tickets are not yet on sale, but will be available here.
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