See Auntie Mame to support Three Dollar Bill Cinema on December 15th

You would have to be new to the GayZette to not know that I love love love Three Dollar Bill Cinema.  They feature the best of the classics and select amazing new releases.  Thanks to the hardworking folks at Three Dollar Bill Cinema.  I have not ever seen the upcoming Auntie Mame which is their annual fundraising screening film.  Ms T.

 Celebrate the season with Three Dollar Bill Cinema and AUNTIE MAME. The beloved 1958 film starring the incomparable Rosalind Russell returns for one night of festive revelry, a 'homo for the holidays' tradition.

Always armed with a colorful dress and an acerbic quip, the flamboyant, vibrant Mame Dennis (Russell) is an unconventional socialite from the roaring 20's. When her young orphan nephew comes to live in her madcap party pad, Mame takes him under wing for an adventure in living life to its fullest.

Gaiety, classic film, and sharp humor...in the words of Auntie Mame: "What could be more wholesome and natural?"

Thursday, December 15, 2011 

7:30pm

AMC Pacific Place Cinema
600 Pine Street, 4th floor
$12.50, General 

$10.50, Members of Three Dollar Bill Cinema (limit 2 per member)

Buy Tickets

 

Sistah Sinema presents The Owls Movie, Friday December 2nd

The last Sistah Sinema of the year!!! 

The Owls Movie

Friday, December 2nd

8:00pm - 11:00pm

Chao Bistro and Bar

1200 E. Pike St, Seattle, WA 98122

At Sistah Sinemea - October, we had about 30 womyn in attendance, the size was perfect for networking and great conversation! Watermelon Woman is my favorite Sistah Sinema movie (is that like a mom choosing favorite??). However, most importantly, I LOVE Cherly Dunye! I really enjoyed our conversation with her.

This Friday, we are screening The OWLS, Cherly's latest work. We will once again have the legendary Cheryl Dunye with us via Skype! Watch the movie trailer here: http://www.theowlsmovie.com/trailer.html

Buy tickets online for $5 here: http://sistahsinema.webs.com/tickets.htm
Tickets are $10 at the door

in community,
isis

PS: To allow us to further support the movie producers, fly them to Seattle when relevant, and bring you an amazing event; we are increasing our prices to $10 online and $15 at the door in January. Email me with questions at sistahsinema@gmail.com

The HUMP!™ has begun

The HUMP!™ started Thursday and will run through Saturday and starts up again next week in Seattle.  Check out their website  and their schedule further if you want to see locally produced porn.  Who knows...you could see your neighbors in a flick?  That could be the good news or the bad news :).  The schedule is on the Seattle Announcements Calendar.  Ms T.

The Pacific Northwest's biggest, best, and most beloved amateur-and-locally-produced porn festival returns this fall. HUMP!™ goes down November 3rd, 4th and 5th at On the Boards (Seattle), November 11th and 12th at Uptown Cinema (Seattle), and November 17th, 18th and 19th at Cinema 21 (Portland).

Sistah Sinema presents Watermelon Woman Friday November 4

I attended Sistah Sinema in October and enjoyed both films Finding Juilet and Robin's Hood with about 30 other women.  I will admit I was exhausted as was one of my dear friends who attended with me and we both dozed a little bit through Robin's Hood (yikes).  I am sure drooling on my dates shoulder was umber sexy!  We enjoyed our own mini-discussion of the films and look forward to attending another event and I encourage you to go if you have not had the opportunity.

November 4th at 8pm will feature Watermelon Woman, the first African American, lesbian full-length film.  As with most events, Sistah Sinema will utilize Skype and on Friday will have the legendary Cheryl Dunye, Skyped in for the after discussion.  Enjoy seeing Cheryl Dunye in this clip as I did as she is hot (did I just write that?).

Buy tickets online for $5 or for $10 at the door.

The Piercing Bible Author Elayne Angel in Seattle

If you have been considering getting a piercing you have the opportunity to be pierced by Master Piercer Elayne Angel through Sunday October 30th in Seattle.  I was so impressed with the information provided on Elayne Angel's website on piercing!  I am a fan of education and of providing excellent information on about any ole topic and Elayne does it in a variety of ways.  Most important to me was that she provides pictures so you can see a well placed piercing vs a botched piercing. 

I appreciated that you could read about piercing, look at pictures, see free videos, purchase piercing video clips (love a woman that can market herself!) and she explains how you can determine in the privacy of your home what kind of piercing may be right for your own body.  She specifically addresses ftm piercings in a sensitive and knowledgeable manner.  An added bonus was a responsible post about teenagers and piercing.  I am definitely a fan and look forward to hearing her during the Q&A at the Sexing the Transman Documentary event on Monday, Halloween!

Schedule your Piercings by Elayne Angel

October 27-30, 2011

Pierced Hearts Tattoo Parlor

5307 Roosevelt Way NE

Seattle, WA 98105

Studio phone: 206.729.0200

From Noon-8:00pm

To book an appointment, use the contact page on her website or email her at: elayneangel@piercingbible.com.

Please tell her the date and approximate time of day you'd like to come in so that she can get you penciled in for a slot right away. Note that she is also taking appointments for piercing visits to other cities, so please clarify the location and preferred date.

 Thanks to Allena from CSPC for the tip off that Elayne was in town.

Special screening of Sexing the Transman XXX on Halloween

Join me on Halloween at CSPC for Buck Angel’s new film, Sexing the Transman XXX.  When I first saw this event in lovely Allena's News from the Director I did a little internet research on Buck and his wife, Elayne Angel  (see other post on Elayne) and was impressed with their candid information and sensitivity on trans issues.  I am looking forward to this event!  Ms T.

October 31, 2011
Main Space
Door Opens at 7:00pm, film starts at 8pm
$5 - $15 sliding scale
This is an FSPC event, CSPC discounts do not apply

 Buck Angel’s new film, Sexing the Transman XXX will have a special screening night at The Center and Foundation for Sex Positive Culture in Seattle on October 31, 2011 from 8-10pm. Buck’s wife, Elayne Angel, will be the host for the evening and will be available for a Q & A after the screening. Buck Angel will be in Copenhagen at the MIX LGBT festival screening a mainstream version of the same documentary.

The film, Sexing the Transman XXX, is an intimate audio-visual tour of FTM sexuality, including interviews and graphic video of a variety of transmen. It was conceived, filmed, and directed by Buck Angel, educator, advocate, and iconic figure in redefining gender, sexual fluidity, and individual expression of identity.
Buck Angel made history rising to prominence as a female-to-male transgender adult film star, and he has used his struggles and successes as a platform to help empower people of all types and encourage self-love and acceptance. This film is one way that he is educating about the unique perspectives of transmen and working toward greater understanding in the realms of gender and human sexuality.
For more information and to view a trailer of the film visit sexingthetransman.com

To learn more about Buck Angel visit buckangel.com

Thanks to the lovely Allena's News from the Director CSPC for this information.

Sistah Sinema's upcoming events

Sistah Sinema has a couple of upcoming events that I am excited about!  Next Friday (October 7th) I will be attending the much awaited Finding Juilet and Robin's Hood.  I am so happy that Sistah Sinema is a part of the Seattle Lesbian and Gay Film Festival!  Stay tuned...Ms T.

RSVP on Facebook

Friday, October 7th at 8pm

This month will be a double-hitter with Finding Juilet by Kanithea Powell who will be present for the screening followed by Robin's Hood by Sara Millman at Chao Bar and Bistro on 12th and Pike. Both Kanithea and Sara will be on-hand during the Q&A!

After the movie, stay for a night of gaymes, streaming neo-soul music, and Chao's amazing happy hour menu until 1:30am!

Other events:

Imani Uzuri In Conert:  Sit with Sistah Sinema at the Imani Uzuri concert Tuesday, Oct 11th. We will be giving away two tickets at the next Sistah Sinema!

Click here to purchase tickets for $5 rather than $10 at the door.

Outdoor Film Festival Thursday & Wallingford Art Exploration Saturday

These notices are thanks to the Wallingford Neighbors Peace and Justice Notices.  I am always so pleased with the richness of what Seattle has to offer!  Ms T.

Thursday, August 11, 2011, 8:00 PM

FILM: THE IMMIGRATION OUTDOOR FILM SERIES! “WHICH WAY HOME”

302 27th Ave., backyard, in Seattle's Central District.

“Which Way Home” is a documentary featuring child migrants from Central America as they try to reach the US by train.

Come at 8pm to get popcorn and refreshments. Show starts at 8:30. Films will be followed by a brief discussion.

$5 suggested donation supports the May First Action Coalition (http://may1stactioncoalition.wordpress.com/about/).

August 25 - Maria Full of Grace/María llena eres de gracia: "a drama about a Colombian teenager who agrees to traffic drugs to the US to support her family."

September 8 - to be announced

Questions? E-mail lgruppw@gmail.com

The Immigration Outdoor Film Series is presented by the Coalition of Anti-Racist Whites (www.carw.org/about) to open a dialogue about immigrant justice and increase awareness of topics affecting immigrant communities. 

Saturday, August 13, 2011 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

WALLINGFORD WALKS - EXPLORING WALLINGFORD’S ART

Tully's, 45th and Meridian, Wallingford

With two UW Masters in Art History we will explore yard and public art throughout Wallingford.  This is not a gallery walk, but an exploration of the artist in all of us.  What does art mean to you, to your neighbors and to the Wallingford neighborhood?  Come find out!

Outdoor Movies at Cal Anderson Park means summer is here?

There are 3 remaining movies as part of the Rock n Roll Fantasy at Cal Anderson Park that are put on by Three Dollar Cinema starting at dusk.  I do enjoy packing a picnic and sprawling on the grass watching a cult classic or at least a gay cult considered classic under the beautiful starry warm Seattle nights.  Ok...so I lapsed into a bit of fantasy as I know we are a wee bit unhappy with our weather this summer.

You can still pack a nice snack, bring blankets and enjoy the wonderful people watching opportunity (pwo) as it will be splendid!  


LABYRINTH August 5
To rescue her baby brother from the clutches of The Goblin King (David Bowie), a daydreaming girl (Jennifer Connelly) must navigate her way through a maze loaded with Jim Henson's magical puppet creations and captivating musical moments.

The Apple August 12
Set in an ultra campy future world of 1994, this mind-blowing, LOL rock opera follows a naïve singing duo struggling to save themselves (and the world!) from the evil plans of a powerful music mogul, Mr. Boogalow. (1980, 86 min.)

Footloose August 19
In an uptight town where rock music and dancing are against the rules, newcomer Kevin Bacon shakes things up by fighting for his right to get down and cut loose. (1984, 107 min.)

Enjoy!
Ms T

Sistah Sinema

Sistah Sinema is a movie event showcasing Black womyn in Queer roles. Each showing will be followed by a moderated discussion section. Sistah Sinema was created to showcase the nuances of Black Queer Womyn culture. It is hoped that the movies will serve as a vehicle to foster honest dialogue on struggles and opportunities unique to Black Queer Womyn. While discussion will focus on Black Queer Womyn, all members of the Queer community are invited to attend.

Sistah Sinema will be held every first and third Saturday of the month, with possible schedule changes for holidays and to coordinate producer schedules.  Sistah Sinema is currently operational in Seattle and will launch in New York, Saturday, May 28th with plans to start in Atlanta and Portland by the end of 2011. Click here to buy tickets

Herstory of Sistah Sinema - Seattle

The founder of Sistah Sinema - Seattle was inspired by the warmth and family of three butch Black lesbians who, with their respective femmes, would get together every Sunday for dinner. The three friends referred to their gatherings as Sunday Dinner and would attend rain or shine, in good health or in bad as long as they were in the city.

The founder thought to herself, all lesbians of color should be blessed to share and have this sense of community with each other and other members of the queer community.   

Sistah Sinema - Seattle started January 15, 2011 at Vibe Bar and Grill. The inaugural event screening Family by Faith Trimel had ten attendees.

Sistah Sinema - Seattle is currently hosted at various Capitol Hill venues, including Wild Rose Bar, Broadway Grill, and others. Click here to purchase tickets.

Sistah Sinema's Series The Beautiful Struggle: Overcoming Discrimination

You may have heard about Sistah Sinema, that combines films about Black womyn in Queer roles followed by a moderated discussion section.  They began this past January in Seattle and are expanding to New York City Memorial Day Weekend.  The newest series is 'The Beautiful Struggle: Overcoming Discrimination' that will screen Dream Deferred:  The Sakia Gunn Story and Training Rules.

Dream Deferred:  The Sakia Gunn Story

Saturday, May 28th, 2011

3pm - 7pm

Broadway Grill

314 Broadway East, Seattle WA. 98102 - 206-328-7000

http://www.thegrillonbroadway.com/

Tool Box

1742 Second Avenue New York, NY 10128-3572.
http://www.thetoolboxnyc.com/

 Dreams Deferred: The Sakia Gunn Story

This documentary tells the little known story of Sakia Gunn, a 15 year old student who was
fatally stabbed in a gay hate crime in Newark, New Jersey. Sakia was an Aggressive. Sakia
held promise as a basketball player and was an 'A' student.

Dreams Deferred: The Sakia Gunn Story depicts the homophobia that caused this murder and questions the lack of media coverage of the murder of a Black Gay teenager. The documentary follows the reaction of the Newark community where several rallies and vigils were held, galvanizing the community and prompting several LGBT organizations to form, including the Newark Pride Alliance and Sakia Gunn Aggressives & Femmes, as well as a scholarship fund in her name.

 Watch the moving trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXydJ4iHmto.

Tickets are $10 online at www.sistahsinema.webs.com and $15 at the door. $5 for each ticket sold will benefit Youth Eastside Service’s B-GLAD initiative that provides group counseling for queer youth in the Seattle area.

Training Rules

Saturday, June 4th, 2011

3pm - 7pm

Hula Hula

106 First Ave N Seattle, WA 98109 (206) 284-5003

http://www.hulahula.org/

Tool Box 

1742 Second Avenue New York, NY 10128-3572.
http://www.thetoolboxnyc.com/

Training Rules celebrates the start of the WNBA season. The Seatte Storm’s first regular season game is Saturday, June 4th at 12noon against Phoenix Mercury, 2007 and 2009 WNBA champions. The New York Liberty season will start Sunday, June 5th against the Atlanta Dream.

Training Rules documents the discrimination experienced by Lesbian basketball players at Penn State University for nearly three decades under Coach Renee Portland. The lead protagonist is Jen Harris, African - American star basketball player.

Watch trailer here: http://www.trainingrules.com/trailer.html 

Tickets are $5 online at www.sistahsinema.webs.com and $10 at the door. There will be ticket giveaways to upcoming WNBA games.

Sistah Sinema was created to showcase the nuances of Black Queer Womyn culture. It is hoped that the movies will serve as a vehicle to foster honest dialogue on struggles and opportunities unique to Black Queer Womyn. While discussion will focus on Black Queer Womyn, all members of the Queer community are invited to attend.
For more information, please visit website: www.sistahsinema.webs.com , phone: 425.954.6372, email: sistahsinema@gmail.com.  Seattle Announcement thanks Sistah Sinema for this information.

Opening Night - Translations: The Seattle Transgender Film Festival - Becoming Chaz

Tonight is the Opening Party for Translations: The Seattle Transgender Film Festival.  We are so fortunate to have this event in our community!  The festival started last night with a free showing of Sold: Examining the T in TV Advertising.

The 6th Annual Transgender Film Festival
May 12-15


Becoming Chaz is the highlighted film tonight and then it is party time!

A small sidenote:  I spent 5 hours yesterday creating posts on the film festival and posts for next week when blogspot 'went down'.  Today, I found NONE of my posts saved!  Yesterday they did and today they are gone-poof.  Therefore, I am hurriedly putting together the posts again, minus the glitz so at least the information is on the blog and emailed via the GayZette.  Ms T.

Becoming Chaz

Opening Night

Friday, May 13

7pm

AMC Pacific Place 

600 Pine Street (4th floor)
Seattle, WA 98101

Growing up as Sonny and Cher’s adorable golden-haired daughter in a body he felt wasn’t his own was a burden it took Chaz Bono years to transcend. BECOMING CHAZ invites us along on Chaz’s brave and remarkable journey of transformation. As hormone shots give way to top surgery, easy going and unflappable Chaz beams with a sense of liberation and goes public with his story, putting a very public face on a widely misunderstood issue. But with his gregarious girlfriend struggling with the new realities of living with a man, it’s made clear that sex change isn’t solely a physical transition.
Intimate and nakedly honest, the film reveals the humanity and courage it takes for Chaz to ultimately embrace his true self. His moving struggle will reverberate profoundly for anyone to whom authenticity matters.
BECOMING CHAZ, Fenton Bailey, Randy Barbato; 2011; USA; 80 min
Your ticket to Becoming Chaz includes an Opening Night Reception at the Sixth Avenue Inn.
Sixth Avenue Inn
2000 Sixth Avenue
Seattle, WA 98121

Watch the trailer for Becoming Chaz
Buy Tickets to Becoming Chaz
Tickets
$50 for a festival pass
$10 Opening Night (includes post-screening reception)
$8 for single tickets
$6 for single tickets for Three Dollar Bill Cinema Members. Limit two tickets per member per screening.
$5 youth & senior discount (youth are 21 and under, seniors are 65 and over). Youth and Senior discount is only available day of show at the box office. Must present ID. 
Buy a Translations Festival Pass
All tickets are $1 more at the door. Buy in advance and save!
The box office at the venues opens 45 minutes before the first show of the day. At that time you can buy tickets for any screening taking place that day. Cash and credit accepted.

Thanks to Three Dollar Bill Cinema!

and to the Sponsors that make this event possible.

Saturday's Films at Translations: The Seattle Transgender Film Festival

Saturday's offerings at Translations: The Seattle Transgender Film Festival are listed in detail and on the Seattle Announcements Calendar.  I love this film festival and always want to see them ALL!  Ms T.

Lost in the Crowd

Saturday, May 14
1pm
Northwest Film Forum

LOST IN THE CROWD follows a group of trans and queer youth living homeless in the streets of New York City, most having been rejected by their families. Shot over eight years, this groundbreaking documentary reveals the trials they must face fighting to survive in a world hostile to their very existence, and the dreams and desires that keep them alive.
LOST IN THE CROWD, Susi Graf; 2010; USA; 75 min
Watch the trailer for Lost in the Crowd
Buy Tickets to Lost in the Crowd

 

Girl Inside Saturday, May 14
3pm
Northwest Film Forum
This beautiful,  heartwarming coming of age story is both an intimate portrait and a thoughtful exploration of what it means to be a woman. Following 26-year-old Madison during a crucial three years of her transition from male to female, GIRL INSIDE tracks her emotional, intellectual and spiritual journey of self-discovery that is as important – if not more than – the physical journey of hormones and surgery. Sharing the spotlight is Vivien, Madison’s glamorous 80-year-old grandmother, who has taken on the job of advising her on all things feminine. While Vivien’s attempts to school Madison in old-fashioned codes of fashion and behavior are often hilarious, the juxtaposition of two vastly different experiences of womanhood, from very different generations, raises profound issues about the nature of gender, femininity and sexuality.
GIRL INSIDE, Maya Gallus; 2007; Canada; 70 min
Buy Tickets to Girl Inside

This is Who I Am: Shorts

Saturday, May 14
4:30pm
Northwest Film Forum
This collection of short films range from the deeply personal to the lightly comic, with revelations and confrontations happening at home, at the boxing ring, and even in the forest. Strong local films and international gems create this entertaining mix of diverse identities.
MONSTER IN THE CLOSET, Sarah Rotella, 2009, Canada, 4 min
ROBIN HOOD IS SO GAY, Broch Bender & Oscar McNary, 2010, USA, 8 min
RING FREI, Tom Weller, 2010, Germany, 6 min
THE REST OF US, Maddie Davis, Alyssa Piraino, Daniel Tayara, 2010, USA, 4 min
GENDERBUSTERS, Sam Berliner, 2010, USA, 6 min
THE LUSTY GYPSIES, Nikki Lee Taylor, 2010, USA, 8 min
SPIRAL TRANSITION, Ewan Duarte, 2010, USA, 6 min
CHRIS, Don Bapst, 2009, Canada, 5 min
SALLY’S STORY, Mark Andersson, 2011, Australia, 21 min
Total running time: 70 min
Watch the trailer for Genderbusters
Buy Tickets to This is Who I Am

Queen Bitch

Saturday, May 14
7:30pm
Northwest Film Forum
Emmanuel (Clément Hervieu-Léger) has always had bad luck stemming from the same predicament; a desperate desire for gender reassignment surgery.  So when a high risk underworld opportunity comes along that could score enough money to pay for her surgery, plus a first-class flight to Bangkok and a buttock lift to boot, Emmanuel leaps before looking.  Based on the French novel of Laurent Martin, this film noir thriller follows a desperate girl willing to do anything to change her luck and achieve her ultimate goal. 
QUEEN BITCH (La Reine Des Connes), Guillaume Nicloux; 2009; France; 60 min
Buy Tickets to Queen Bitch

Gender Bender Singalong

Saturday, May 14
9pm
Northwest Film Forum
You’ll feel mighty real singing along to this lively extravaganza of music video hits from beloved queer icons and gender bending pop stars. From 70s disco to 80s new wave and today’s hottest artists, there’s a groove for everyone of any gender! Wear your dancing shoes and let your inner voice be seen and heard!
Buy Tickets to Gender Bender Singalong

Translations: The Seattle Transgender Film Festival

May 12-15, 2011
Tickets
$50 for a festival pass
$10 Opening Night (includes post-screening reception)
$8 for single tickets
$6 for single tickets for Three Dollar Bill Cinema Members. Limit two tickets per member per screening.
$5 youth & senior discount (youth are 21 and under, seniors are 65 and over). Youth and Senior discount is only available day of show at the box office. Must present ID.

Buy a Translations Festival Pass

Tickets
$50 for a festival pass
$10 Opening Night (includes post-screening reception)
$8 for single tickets
$6 for single tickets for Three Dollar Bill Cinema Members. Limit two tickets per member per screening.
$5 youth & senior discount (youth are 21 and under, seniors are 65 and over). Youth and Senior discount is only available day of show at the box office. Must present ID. 
Buy a Translations Festival Pass

All tickets are $1 more at the door. Buy in advance and save!
The box office at the venues opens 45 minutes before the first show of the day. At that time you can buy tickets for any screening taking place that day. Cash and credit accepted.

Thanks to Three Dollar Bill Cinema!

 

Sunday at Translations: The Seattle Transgender Film Festival

Sunday the Film Festival finishes its last day with gripping topics.  I hope you have been able to see many of these films.  Ms T.
Translations:  The Seattle Transgender Film Festival

Photos of Angie

Sunday, May 15
1pm
Northwest Film Forum
Crimes committed against people because of their gender identity, expression or status are all too common. What makes PHOTOS OF ANGIE unique is that this story doesn’t end with just another court case, but boldly goes where others leave off, exploring the transphobia of the killer himself and the culture that surrounds and supports it. PHOTOS OF ANGIE tells the complete story of what motivates this violence, providing more accurate and compelling insight that may one day help bring these crimes to a stop.
PHOTOS OF ANGIE, Alan Dominguez; 2011; USA; 55 min
Watch the trailer for Photos of Angie
Buy Tickets to Photos of Angie

XXWHY: A Transgender Story

Sunday, May 15
3pm
Northwest Film Forum
XXWHY follows the thoughts and feelings of a young transgender man and his girlfriend living openly in India. Exploring his feelings about not having been born in a male body and the loss of experiences he yearns to have, the film is a very rare look at the life and culture of an Indian FTM making his way on the Asian continent. XXWHY was part of the specially curated KASHISH SHORTS 2010; eight Indian Queer Films from KASHISH Mumbai International Queer Film Festival that showcase the diversity of Indian queer experience and expression in contemporary times.
XXWHY: A TRANSGENDER STORY, Dr. Bharathy Manjula; 2008; India; 48 min
Playing with: REALNESS, David Barclay Moore; 2010; USA; 15 min
An African-American transman and his girlfriend talk upfront and personal about themselves and their relationship through his gender transition.
Buy Tickets to XXWhy

Jewels of the Street

Sunday, May 15
4:30pm
Northwest Film Forum
Welcome to Schmuckstraße, which literally translates to Jewelry Road. This is where the 'Jewels Of The Street,' Eva, Kelly and a sorority of closely knit working girls earn a living in St. Pauli, Hamburg, Germany.  Like a real life PRETTY WOMAN documentary, you’ll peek into the trials, tribulations and triumphs that these Venezuelan women endure to support one another.  The true gem of this documentary is the excellent cinematography and editing, drawing you into the girls’ stories and connecting with even their smallest victories.
JEWELS OF THE STREET, Rosa Baches, Dirk Manthey; 2010; Germany; 74 min
Buy Tickets to Jewels of the Street

He is My Girl

Sunday, May 15
7:30pm
Northwest Film Forum
Clarinetist Simon Eskenazy has so much going on that he can’t finish his Klezmer record. His ailing, hypochondriac mother wants to move in with him and his ex-wife Rosalie and their son suddenly resurface after 10 years. He’s also trying to seduce a young gay man while carrying on a relationship with Nair, a young transgender Arab. But it’s Nair who helps Simon get his life in order, first by becoming nurse to his mother, and then showing him what he’s really looking for. A wry, intelligent 'rom-com,' HE IS MY GIRL is a memorable story of lost souls finding love.
HE IS MY GIRL, Jean-Jacques Zilbermann; 2009; France; 100 min
Watch the trailer for He is My Girl
Buy Tickets to He is My Girl

Translations: The Seattle Transgender Film Festival

May 12-15, 2011
Tickets
$50 for a festival pass
$10 Opening Night (includes post-screening reception)
$8 for single tickets
$6 for single tickets for Three Dollar Bill Cinema Members. Limit two tickets per member per screening.
$5 youth & senior discount (youth are 21 and under, seniors are 65 and over). Youth and Senior discount is only available day of show at the box office. Must present ID.

Buy a Translations Festival Pass

All tickets are $1 more at the door. Buy in advance and save!
The box office at the venues opens 45 minutes before the first show of the day. At that time you can buy tickets for any screening taking place that day. Cash and credit accepted.
Tickets
$50 for a festival pass
$10 Opening Night (includes post-screening reception)
$8 for single tickets
$6 for single tickets for Three Dollar Bill Cinema Members. Limit two tickets per member per screening.
$5 youth & senior discount (youth are 21 and under, seniors are 65 and over). Youth and Senior discount is only available day of show at the box office. Must present ID. 
Buy a Translations Festival Pass

All tickets are $1 more at the door. Buy in advance and save!
The box office at the venues opens 45 minutes before the first show of the day. At that time you can buy tickets for any screening taking place that day. Cash and credit accepted.

Thanks to Three Dollar Bill Cinema!

 

The Other City - Free Film Screening tonight April 27th in Columbia City

Excuse the second posting today but I felt this was an important event that some of you may enjoy attending tonight (or on May 17th).  HIV/AIDS is still a health crisis and this film addresses the story of those that are continuing to fight the good fight.  It is followed by a discussion and looks like a good event to be attending.  Ms T.

THE OTHER CITY
FREE SCREENING
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27th  and TUESDAY, MAY 17th
Doors open @ 6PM

Come to a free community screening of the new documentary, THE OTHER CITY- a tribute to those who stand up to fight the spread of HIV/AIDS every day.
In every city, there’s another city that visitors rarely see. But this other city isn’t just anywhere – it’s in Washington, D.C. The very city that is home to the capital of the most powerful country in the world has an HIV/AIDS rate that is not only the nation’s highest, but rivals some African countries.

THE OTHER CITY tells the stories of people who haven’t let lack of government assistance stop them, and have taken matters into their own hands. This film was directed by Susan Koch and produced by BET founder Sheila C. Johnson.

This 90 minute documentary will take place at Life Enrichment Bookstore on Wednesday, April 27th and at Mount Zion Baptist Church on Tuesday, May 17th.

Both screenings will be preceded by a community discussion. We will also feature community based organizations that will provide information on HIV/AIDS testing, education, resources, programs, etc.

Wednesday, April 27, 2011 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Life Enrichment Bookstore in Columbia City
5023 Rainier Avenue South
Seattle, WA  98188
(206) 722-1700 – Vickie

Tuesday, May 17, 2011 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Mount Zion Baptist Church in Seattle’s Central District
1634 19th Avenue
Seattle, WA  98122
(206) 322-6500 – Rosalie

Schedule of events:
· 6:00 pm – Doors Open
· 6:30 pm – Screening of THE OTHER CITY
· 8:00 pm – Community Discussion
For more information contact James at info@seattlevaccines.org.
To download a flyer, click here.


Thank you Machelle for this announcement!

Reel Injun - On the Trail of the Hollywood Indian - FREE Film Screening

Wallingford Neighbors for Peace and Justice and 'Friday Night at the Meaningful Movies' brings interesting and insightful films to our area for viewing and discussion.  I have attended in the past and was impressed with the passion and diversity of the people that attended.  Reel Injun - On the Trail of the Hollywood Indian is being shown Friday and features interviews from well known and beloved actors who have been in countless films.  Enjoy - Ms T.

Friday, April 29, 2011, 7:00 to 9:30 PM  

'REEL INJUN - ON THE TRAIL OF THE HOLLYWOOD INDIAN' 

(85 min, Neil Diamond & Catherine Bainbridge, 2009).

Hollywood has made over 4000 films about Native people; over 100 years of movies defining how Indians are seen by the world. Reel Injun takes an entertaining and insightful look at the Hollywood Indian, exploring the portrayal of North American Natives through the history of cinema.

Travelling through the heartland of America, Cree filmmaker Neil Diamond looks at how the myth of “the Injun” has influenced the world’s understanding – and misunderstanding – of Natives.

With candid interviews with directors, writers, actors and activists, including Clint Eastwood, Jim Jarmusch, Robbie Robertson, Sacheen Littlefeather, John Trudell and Russell Means, clips from hundreds of classic and recent films, including Stagecoach, Little Big Man, The Outlaw Josey Wales, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, and Atanarjuat the Fast Runner, Reel Injun traces the evolution of cinema’s depiction of Native people from the silent film era to today.

(Event is FREE and open to the public! ...but Donations are kindly accepted).

Keystone Congregational Church

5019 Keystone Place N., Seattle

Queen of the Sun - begins today at Northwest Film Forum

Queen of the Sun was the film that enlightened me to the plight of the bee crisis at the last film festival I attended in Seattle.  It was truly a fabulous film with an incredible musical score that matched the mood and scenery composed and played by Jami Sieber, a Seattle area Electric & Acoustic Cellist, Vocalist and Composer.

Jami's depth as a performer is only matched by her life-long commitment to the environment and matters of social justice.  She believes in the interconnectedness of all beings and has a rich history of supporting causes that are near and dear to her heart.  If you can take time to see this film, it will be time well spent!  Ms T.

Queen of The Sun

Don't miss Queen of the Sun:  What are the bees telling us? beginning March 4th at Northwest Film Forum in Seattle! Screening daily, Director present March 4th, 6th & 7th. Share our Official Trailer with your friends: http://bit.ly/flsob4  Official Trailer www.youtube.com

QUEEN OF THE SUN: What Are the Bees Telling Us? is a profound, alternative look at the global bee crisis from Taggart Siegel, director of THE REAL DIRT ON FARMER JOHN. Taking us on a journey through the catastrophic disappearance of bees and the mysterious world of the beehive, this engaging and ultimately uplifting film weaves an unusual and dramatic story of the heartfelt struggles of beekeepers, scientists and philosophers from around the world including Michael Pollan, Gunther Hauk and Vandana Shiva. Together they reveal both the problems and the solutions in renewing a culture in balance with nature.

Official Film Website: http://www.queenofthesun.com

Northwest Film Forum Times:

Northwest Film Forum is located at 1515 12th Ave in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle, on 12th Avenue between Pike & Pine Street.

Friday, Mar 04 at 07:15PM
Friday, Mar 04 at 09:15PM
Saturday, Mar 05 at 07:15PM
Saturday, Mar 05 at 09:15PM
Sunday, Mar 06 at 07:15PM
Sunday, Mar 06 at 09:15PM
Monday, Mar 07 at 07:15PM
Monday, Mar 07 at 09:15PM
Tuesday, Mar 08 at 07:15PM
Tuesday, Mar 08 at 09:15PM
Wednesday, Mar 09 at 07:15PM
Wednesday, Mar 09 at 09:15PM
Thursday, Mar 10 at 07:15PM
Thursday, Mar 10 at 09:15PM

Thanks to Queen of the Sun's Facebook page for the information.

Sistah Sinema - March 5th, 3pm at the WildRose

Before Hot Flash, Check Out Sistah Sinema

 Lovers and Friends Show Season 1, Episode 1!  

 3pm at The Wild Rose;

Then check out the Hot Flash After Party!

Sistah Sinema is a movie night showcasing Black womyn in Queer roles.  Each showing will be followed by a moderated discussion section. 

Tickets are $5 online or $10 at the door www.sistahsinema.webs.com

Saturday should be an intimate affair with 30 attendees. We will play autograph bingo from 3 to 3:45 to help folks mingle. 

Gen Silent Film Showing - Save the Date November 22nd Monday

Gen Silent will be showing on Monday, November 22, 2010, 2-4 PM, at
NorthShore Senior Center
10201 E. Riverside Drive
Bothell, WA,
in the Multi-Purpose Room
Cost: FREE
Movie time: 63 minutes; discussion following

Gen Silent is the new LGBT documentary from award-winning director and documentary filmmaker Stu Maddox. Gen Silent reveals how lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender elders, who fought the first battles for equality now face so much fear about discrimination that they are hiding their lives again. Thousands are dying earlier than their straight counterparts because they are afraid to ask for help. But there is a growing number of individuals trying to build awareness and wake up the long-term and health care industries to their plight.

Reality TG - FREE - Just the start of Translations Film Festival

This is just the start of what looks to be a fabulous line up of intelligent, informative, enjoyable, fun and zany films that are a part of this years film festival.  I want to commit to seeing as many films as possible and hope that by going with friends it will ensure my seat.  Enjoy!

Reality TG

Thursday, May 13

6:15pm

Capitol Hill Library

FREE

Is visibility a means to social acceptance? Do the drawbacks of too much (or unchecked) visibility outweigh the good it can accomplish? There has been an explosion of transgender people on talk shows, dramas, and especially reality television. We’ll screen some recent episodes of reality programs that feature transwomen as cast members and discuss how this representation affects the whole trans community.
Watch some TV and then join Sara Michelle Fetters, film and TV reviewer, and Three Dollar Bill Cinema Executive Director Rachael Brister for a discussion on this fascinating broadcast trend.
This is a FREE event. No tickets are needed.