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Astoria Q-Film Weekend Season Pass
A gay/lesbian/queer film event in Astoria, OR. presented by QFolk the GLBT news and events section in HIPFiSHmonthly, an alternative newspaper serving the Columbia Pacific Region. The film weekend features a diverse selection of over 12 fresh films by indie film makers, from DIY to big studio; documentary to comedy to sci-fi, and music video. The film weekend includes two west coast premiers, The Marble Faun of Grey Gardens and SALTWATER.
Astoria Q-Film Weekend comprises a Friday and Saturday night screening, and a Saturday matinee. Each screening presents new films. Tickets are $15 for each screening. A package for the all three screenings is available at $40. This option has been extended through to the weekend.
Doors open half hour before the event. Enjoy a no-host bar and cabaret table seating. Complimentary snacks at intermission. QFilm Closing Dance Party -- all ticket holders welcome. $5 for non ticket holders.
Sponsored in part by 165 West Bond Hair Salon, Commodore Hotel Astoria, Astoria Coffee House.
Friday, October 5, 2012
Film Shorts and Feature Short-West Coast Premier
7:30pm 9:30pm
doors open 7pm
Closet
Oakland, CA rapper Jen Ro explores her own early coming out in this emotionally charged music video.
4 Minutes.
I Need A Hero
Director - W.H. Bourne (Los Angeles, CA/New Orleans, LA)
Starting with the infamous quote by then Marvel Editor in Chief Jim Shooter, "There are no gays in the Marvel Universe", I Need a Hero briefly follows the progress of LGBT representation in comics from Northstar coming out in the late 80's, to Archie comics Kevin Keller, to Bunker in the New Teen Titans. It also takes a look at independent comics written by LGBT creators as well as the characters they create.
Finally, the film explores the effects of LGBT characters on fans.
15 Minutes
Femmes Want Revolution
Directors: Simone and Haley Jude, San Francisco, CA.
A glittery, revolutionary romp.
4 Minutes
Polly, Jennifer, and Melissa
Director Diego Ramirez(Melbourne, Victoria, Australia/Mexico)
An androgyne by the name of Polly recalls an episode of post coital anxiety while Jennifer confesses to a disquieting priest, and Melissa poses flirtatiously for the viewer.
Mixing Sci-Fi, Queer and Horror- POLLY, JENNIFER AND MELISSA is a provocative performance-based video challenging gender roles and identity politics.
5 minutes
30 Minute BREAK Complimentary Movie Snacks and No-Host libations
SALTWATER
(West Coast Premier)
Directed by Charlie Vaughn, Los Angeles, CA
81 Minutes
This American Indie drama follows several endearing characters as they wade through life seeking happiness, peace and ultimately, love. Will (Ronnie Kerr, Vampire Boys 2, Shut Up and Kiss Me) leaves the Navy after many years, soon reunites old friends and begins to start his new civilian life. His friend Rich (Bruce L Hart) tries to set him up with ruggedly handsome Josh (Ian Roberts-a former Australian professional rugby player, actor and model-Cedar Boys, Superman Returns, Little Fish). While there is immense chemistry between the two, timing and certain ideals never seem to align. When a shocking tragedy happens the two are paired up to pick up the pieces and sort through the after effects. Saltwater is a story about men of all ages, finding love, losing friends, navigating their way through life and knowing it's the journey rather then the destination that's important.
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FILM Shorts Late Afternoon Matinee
4pm 6pm
doors open 3:30pm
CLOSE
Mattachine Social- Portland, OR
Music Video shot in Astoria featuring drag star Tammy Whynot
3 Minutes
AMERICA'S MOST UNWANTED
Director- Shani Heckman, San Francisco, CA
A moving and provocative video project focusing on LGBT foster youth who have emancipated and what their lives look like today.
23 Minutes.
Surprise Short TBA.
YOU CAN'T CURRY LOVE
Directed by REID WATERER, Los Angeles, Ca.
Westernized guy Vikas has been obsessing about his straight boss Thom for years, much to best friend Amrita's displeasure. But when a business trip sends Vikas to New Delhi and he meets handsome Sunil, the desk clerk at his luxury hotel there, everything changes for him. Amazed by Sunil's sweetness and India's beauty, his initial disgust at the transfer turns into a love affair with both. When a return to London and his boss inevitably arrives, Vikas must make the most painful decision of his life. A crowd-pleasing, east-meets-west, boy-meets-boy love story... with a Bollywood twist!
23 Minutes
15 minute break Complimentary Snacks and No-Host Libations.
POISON OAKS
Directed by Sid Deluca, Astoria, OR
27 Minutes followed by a Q&A with Director
Shot with a $200 budget, this DIY "mockumentary" pays tribute to Grey Gardens with nods to John Waters and Andy Warhol.
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Saturday, October 5, 2012
Film Shorts and Feature Short-West Coast Premier
7:30 pm 9:30pm
doors open 7pm
Embracing Butterflies
Karen Davidsen, Czech Republic.
Louise has lived her whole life in self-denial. An ordinary-seeming day takes an unexpected turn when she meets Anna, whom she went to school with as a young girl. Going down memory lane and the symbolic appearance of two girls brings up hidden emotions, insight and the thought that it's never too late to embrace your butterflies.
8 Minutes
Daddy's Big Girl
Directed Reid Waterer(Los Angeles, CA)
Overweight and uninspired Millie attempts to finally reconcile with her father, but his half-dressed male companions keep getting in the way.
17 Minutes
Welcome To New York
Directed and written by Steven Tylor O'Connor- Los Angeles, CA
A comedy short film based on story by Sean David. It starring Sherry Vine, Sean Paul Lockhart, Lauren Ordair, Ashleigh Murray, Megan Kane, Matthew Watson with Casper Andreas, Trey Gerrald, Shacottha and Steven Tylor O'Connor. Welcome to New York is based on the stories of young New Yorkers, both gay and straight, and their first time experiences in New York City
30 Minutes
30 minute BREAK Complimentary Movie Snacks and No-Host Libations
The Marble Faun of Grey Gardens (West Coast Premiere)
Jason Hay (Portland, OR) and Steve Pelizza,(New York, NY) 80 MIN UTES
80 Minutes Followed by a Q & A with Jason Haye
Jerry Torre is a sculptor at the Art Students League in New York City. He is best known for his appearance in the original 1975 Maysles Brothers documentary Grey Gardens. He was referred to by Little Edie Beale as "The Marble Faun."
The unique and colorful life of Jerry Torre. Join Jerry as he recounts tales from his troubled childhood, his escape to Grey Gardens, his travels overseas and learn more about this earnest man's tumultuous life. Jerry has overcome much adversity in his life and his story is an inspiration to many who have suffered the same trials and tribulations.
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LocationKALA Performance Space at HIPFiSHmonthly (View)
1017 Marine Drive
astoria, OR 97103
United States
Categories
| Minimum Age: 18 |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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