ATLFF Members get in FREE to the Italian Film Festival THIS WEEKEND!
The 9th annual Italian Film Festival is here! ATLFF members get in free to Cinema Italy screenings all weekend at the Plaza, from Thursday, April 23 through Sunday, April 26.
The 9th annual Atlanta Italian Film Festival is here! ATLFF members get in free to Cinema Italy screenings all weekend at the Plaza, from Thursday, April 23 through Sunday, April 26. Just bring your badge, MovieHapper card or some signifier of membership to the Plaza for any of the eight screenings taking place over four days!
Check out the lineup below! This will be the only chance you'll get to see many of these excellent Italian films on the big screen in Atlanta, so don't miss out!
Thursday, April 23
Zoran, My Nephew The Idiot
Director: Matteo Oleotto
Duration: 106 minutes
Genre: Comedy
7:30 PM
Friday, April 24
A Small Southern Enterprise
Director: Rocco Papaleo
Duration: 104 minutes
Genre: Comedy
7:30 PM
The Mafia Kills Only in Summer
Director: Pierfrancesco Diliberto
Duration: 90 minutes
Genre: Action Comedy
9:00 PM
Saturday, April 25
The Chair of Happiness
Director: Carlo Mazzacurati
Duration: 94 minutes
Genre: Comedy Thriller
5:30 PM
A Boss in the Kitchen
Director: Luca Miniero
Duration: 97 minutes
Genre: Comedy
7:30 PM
Seven Little Killers
Director: Matteo Andreolli
Duration: 85 minutes
Genre: Crime Thriller
9:30 PM
Sunday, April 26
The Human Factor
Director: Bruno Oliviero
Duration: 80 minutes
Genre: Crime Drama
5:30 PM
A Fabulous Wedding
Director: Carlo Vanzina
Duration: 92 minutes
Genre: Romantic Comedy
7:30 PM
Enjoy a FREE SCREENING of Jazz classic "Passing Through" at the Plaza Theatre Thursday, April 9!
Larry Clark will be in attendance for a free screening of "Passing Through" at the Plaza this Thursday, presented by liquid blackness in partnership with ATLFF, Film Love and the Plaza Theatre Foundation.
liquid blackness invites you to an indispensable event in its experimental and collective, object oriented research project on the arts and politics of the jazz ensemble: a free screening of Larry Clark’s 1977 film Passing Through at The Plaza Theater on April 9 at 7:30pm followed by a conversation with the filmmaker.
Passing Through follows a jazz musician's struggle against the recording industry while in search of a "sound" that would reconcile his personal artistic vision with the sensibility of his community and the political urgencies of his highly repressive historical moment. The film reflects on the forms of sociality that coalesce around the jazz ensemble and on the political potential of free jazz. liquid blackness investigates these issues while attempting to create similar forms of collective engagement.
The April 9 screening presents a rare opportunity to see the legendary film, which circulated widely in international film festivals, but was never released on DVD or video. It will also offer the opportunity to converse with the filmmaker about his aesthetic and political choices and influences and the vibrant international life of the film.
liquid blackness is partnering with the Atlanta Film Festival, Film Love and the Plaza Theatre Foundation on this screening.
ATLFF Filmmaker Vania Leturcq Charms the Mix-and-Match Questionnaire
"Next Year" Director and New Maverick knows the truth about "Love Actually" and French fries.
Complete this sentence: "If you liked _________ or _________, you'll love my film."
If you liked "Ghost World" by Terry Zwigoff, or "Les demoiselles de Rochefort" by Jacques Demy, you'll like my film!!
Is your film for cat people or dog people? Why?
Actually it is perfect for both : there's a dog in it, but I'm a cat person... So welcome everybody!
What's the most challenging part of making a film for you? Do you enjoy the challenge or is it something to be avoided?
Being able to still want to do this film over the many many years and the many many discouragements is something that I'm quite proud off... But I'm not sure it was a challenge... Even when I thought about it for a second, I never wanted to give up. And I'm so happy today that I did not!
Of the filmmakers working today, whose talent do you want to steal?
I'd like to steal the talent of the french director Claire Denis. But I also know that a talent like that is not something that is given to you, but something you gain over the years and experiences.
Name three films you consider under-appreciated and explain their hidden genius.
- "13 going on 30" : I think no one understands the genius of Jennifer Garner!
- "Love Actually" : best script ever! And everyone seems to think it's just another romantic comedy... you fools!
- "La tour montparnasse infernale" : a French comedy that no one thought was funny in the whole universe but me... Impossible to understand for an American I think...
What are your three favorite ways to eat potatoes?
I could kill for a "gratin dauphinois" (au french specialty),
I like them baked in the oven,
And of course I can't say no to french fries, because I'm belgian, and what you call french fries is actually from Belgium!! ;o)
Vania's film, "Next Year (L'année Prochaine)," screens its US Premiere Saturday, March 28th at 2:15pm at The Plaza, and Vania will be in attendance. Don't miss this!
ATLFF Filmmaker Jiyoung Lee Laughs With the Mix-and-Match Questionnaire
Complete this sentence: "If you liked _________ or _________, you'll love my film."
If you liked "Ghost World" or "Beavis and Butthead," you'll like my film.
Is your film for cat people or dog people? Why?
Dogs. I love female dogs. Especially black labs.
What's the most challenging part of making a film for you? Do you enjoy the challenge or is it something to be avoided?
Fundraising was the hardest part. I didn't enjoy crowdfunding, but it's something you have to learn to do as an independent filmmaker.
Of the filmmakers working today, whose talent do you want to steal?
Ruben Ostlund, director of Force Majeure.
Name three films you consider unappreciated and explain their hidden genius.
Wayne's World - Shaped comedy for an entire generation
Beavis and Butthead Do America - Distills the 90s (which I grew up in)
Hausu - Great horror movie which even non horror fans like I love.
What are your three favorite ways to eat potatoes?
French Fries, Baked and Mashed
Jiyoung's film, "Female Pervert," screens Friday, March 27th at 8:00pm at 7 Stages! Get your tickets soon!
ATLFF Love NC-17 Filmmakers Love the Mix-and-Match Questionnaire
Martin Edralin's and Hannes Thor Arason's contributtions to our mix-and-match questionnaire are rated G for everyone.
MARTIN EDRALIN
HANNES THOR ARASON
Complete this sentence: "If you liked _________ or _________, you'll love my film."
Martin Edralin: Julien Donkey Boy or Amour
Hannes Thor Arason: If you liked Happiness or Taxi Driver, you'll like my film.
Is your film for cat people or dog people? Why?
M: Cat people. Because I'm a cat person.
H: This film is for all animal lovers. The only animal that actually appears in the film is a goldfish and we took very good care of it.
What's the most challenging part of making a film for you? Do you enjoy the challenge or is it something to be avoided?
M: Writing. I hate the challenge but fight through it.
H: The most challenging part is financing. It is also the part I least enjoy about making movies but of course it can't be avoided.
Of the filmmakers working today, whose talent do you want to steal?
M: Terrence Malick
H: I respect a lot of filmmakers but I wouldn't want to steal anybody's talents because that would mean I couldn't be surprised by their films anymore.
Name three films you consider under-appreciated and explain their hidden genius.
M: "From What Is Before", Lav Diaz. Its respect for time.
"Gummo", Harmony Korine. It's beautiful.
"The Turin Horse", Béla Tarr. Its simplicity and the weight of silence.
H: The only one I can think of off the top of my head is Happiness (Todd Solondz) although I understand that it's not a film for everyone.
Usually I think the hidden genius behind under-appreciated films is the fact that they're under-appreciated.
What are your three favorite ways to eat potatoes?
M: Mashed, french fries, kettle cooked chips.
H: I like 'em sweet, peeled and French.
Martin's film "Hole" and Hannes's film "Happy Endings" screen Friday, March 27th at 9:45pm with the Love NC-17 shorts block at The Plaza! Get your tickets to an exploration of malleable love.
ATLFF Filmmaker Will Feagins, Jr. Conquers the Mix-and-Match Questionnaire
"Divided Time" Director Will Feagins, Jr. tells us about the most challenging part of filmmaking and why his film is for closet cat people.
Complete this sentence: "If you liked _________ or _________, you'll love my film."
If you liked "The Other F Word" or "Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of a Tribe Called Quest," you'll like my film.
Is your film for cat people or dog people? Why?
My film is for dog people who are secretly cat people as well because it has a mixture of energetic, outgoing material as well as sensitive parts interwoven throughout.
What's the most challenging part of making a film for you? Do you enjoy the challenge or is it something to be avoided?
The most challenging part of making a film, aside from the financial resources, is the beginning, coming up with the idea and roadmap to bring that idea to life. I enjoy the challenge AFTER I have conquered it.
Of the filmmakers working today, whose talent do you want to steal?
Ava DuVernay and Rick Cordero
What are your three favorite ways to eat potatoes?
1. Mashed
2. cut into shoestring sized pieces and fried
3. Scalloped Au Gratin
Will's film, "Divided Time," screens tonight, March 26th at 5pm at The Plaza! Tickets are disappearing; get yours now!
ATLFF Filmmaker Dean Francis Surfs Through the Mix-and-Match Questionnaire
Ahead of tonight's DROWN screening, director Dean Francis answers our ruthless questionnaire regarding film and potatoes.
Complete this sentence: "If you liked _________ or _________, you'll love my film."
Tough question! If you liked KABOOM and DRIVE, you might like my film.
Is your film for cat people or dog people? Why?
Dog people because this film could turn on you with its gnarly teeth but it has an adorable grin.
What's the most challenging part of making a film for you? Do you enjoy the challenge or is it something to be avoided?
The challenge is the need for sleep, cause there really isn't time for that sort of thing during production. I do enjoy sleep but it is definitely something to be avoided when you're helming a big production.
Of the filmmakers working today, whose talent do you want to steal?
Xavier Dolan - he's young, hot AND talented. His observations on family relationships are razor sharp and his visual style is oh so seductive.
Name three films you consider under-appreciated and explain their hidden genius.
UPSTREAM COLOR - by Shane Carruth
A seriously hallucinogenic film that so so beautiful and ugly and mysterious it can be watched 6 times and create a different experience depending on your mood.
PRAYER OF THE ROLLERBOYS - starring Corey Haim
For the stunning image of 8 boys in matching beige coats rollerblading in perfect synchronicity, heading into the night to mess up some punk...
HEAT - by Paul Morrissey
What ever happened to movies where the entire cast is on acid in every shot? Really, its magic.
What are your three favorite ways to eat potatoes?
1. With a glass of shiraz
2. With a beer
3. With a small cup of polish vodka
Dean's film, "Drown," screens TONIGHT, March 25th at 9:30pm at The Plaza! Don't forget your tickets to this can't-miss screening:
TONIGHT: 7 Stages Presents the Competition Screenplay Reading
SAG-AFTRA actors will read excerpts of our three winners' screenplays from the 2015 Screenplay Competition tonight, March 25th at 5pm. Admission is FREE.
Wednesday, March 25th, SAG-AFTRA actors will read excerpts from our Screenplay Competition winners' screenplays! Come out to 7 Stages at 7:30pm for an evening of recognition. Admission is FREE!
"Killbook" —Pearse Lehane, England
A teenager’s life is shattered when he inadvertently agrees to a “murder swap” on a dark-net website. When his worst enemy is shot to death he realizes he will be next to die unless he carries out his half of the bargain and becomes a murderer himself.
"The Veil" —Andrea Feist Stein, New Jersey
The wife of a murdered Mideast peace negotiator is chosen to represent the terrorist who has been arrested for the crime.
"When the Devil's Loose" —Ben Watts, California
In the summer of 1988, four young friends set out to discover the truth behind mysterious happenings as an ever-spreading wildfire threatens to wipe out their small suburban community.
Andrea, Ben, and Pearse will have returned from their Serenbe Screenwriters' Retreat just in time to see the World Premiere of screenwriting Mentor Lanre Olabisi's "Somewhere in the Middle," screening at The Plaza at 9:00pm! The reading is FREE, and tickets for Lanre's Premiere are only $10! Snag yours here:
ATLFF Filmmaker Álex Sampayo & The Mix-and-Match Questionnaire
"Schimbare" Director Álex Sampayo reflects on patience and rattlesnake people.
Complete this sentence: "If you liked _________ or _________, you'll love my film."
If you liked Funny Games or Mommy, you´ll like my film.
Is your film for cat people or dog people? Why?
It is for rattlesnake people, because they love to be close to the danger.
What's the most challenging part of making a film for you? Do you enjoy the challenge or is it something to be avoided?
Patience is the most difficult part. You have to wait for a long time after you write the first line until you shoot the first sequence. It is a nightmare.
Of the filmmakers working today, whose talent do you want to steal?
Xabier Dolan, I would love to steal his talent and his youth!
Name three films you consider under-appreciated and explain their hidden genius.
“Michael” (Markus Schleinzer), because it talks about love and obsession in a terrifying way.
“Benny´s Video” (Michael Haneke) because it shows masterfully the dark side of the childhood and, at the same time, seriously criticizes the overprotection of our children.
“10.000 km” (Carlos Marques-Marcet), because it says a lot with a little.
What are your three favorite ways to eat potatoes?
Spanish omelette, fries and fries with alioli.
Álex's film, "Schimbare," screens TONIGHT, March 24th at 9:15pm at The Plaza! Don't forget your tickets to this haunting Spanish film:
ATLFF Filmmakers Carolina Markowicz and Fernanda Salloum Mix-and-Match Their Questionnaire
"Tatuape Mahal Tower" Co-Directors Carolina Markowicz & Fernanda Salloum share more than a film credit.
Carolina Markowicz
Complete this sentence: "If you liked _________ or _________, you'll love my film."
Fernanda Salloum
C: argentinian dramedy / my mother's taste for movies
F: scale model figures or transgenders
Is your film for cat people or dog people? Why?
C: Both. Because it's happy and sad.
F: The short is probably for cat people. I'm one of those. You got to be a little neurotic and don't really believe in happy endings.
What's the most challenging part of making a film for you? Do you enjoy the challenge or is it something to be avoided?
C: To be sure that it's a great story to be told. I love that challenge; it's actually one of my favorite challenges.
F: The most exciting part of making a film is not only to tell the story you want to, but to challenge yourself to do it in a new perspective. I haven't directed or made the production design of an animation before, so everything was very new to me and it couldn't be done in any other way. The story led us to these new world of animation and specially to the stopmotion technique. It's was a great and hard work experience.
Of the filmmakers working today, whose talent do you want to steal?
C: Everything from Scorsese and Cohen Brothers
Humor fine tune from Almodovar
Humor writing from Damian Szifron
Directing actors from the Dardenne Brothers
F: It's a hard question. I think some filmmakers are really complete. They have a wonderful eye to pick or to write the story, a special care with the production design and cinematography and to guide the actors, so, in the end, they have a piece of art to show the world. I could say, Kubrick, the Coen Brothers, Scorsese. I also really like ordinary stories made beautifully. Truffault, the Dardenne Brothers... lots and lots to steal.
Name three films you consider unappreciated and explain their hidden genius.
C: Nightcrawler, by Dan Gilroy- I think it's the most under rated film of the year. The scrip is brilliant and all the other crafts as well, it should have ran for best film too.
Showgirls, by Paul Verhoeven - just kidding, but I truly like it, maybe because of Gina Gershon, I don't know.
Side Effects, by Steven Soderbergh- Nobody said anything about this film, but I think is an awesome story brilliantly shot.
What are your three favorite ways to eat potatoes?
C: Baked and only baked. And baked.
F: Fried, roasted, baked
Carolina's and Fernanda's film, "Tatuape Mahal Tower" screens with the Animation shorts block TONIGHT at 9:00pm at 7 Stages. Your $10 ticket includes twelve animated shorts!