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PSYCHOTRONIC FILM SOCIETY presents: The 2014 HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH FILM FEST - "TO BE TAKEI" (2014, USA)
The Psychotronic Film Society of Savannah (repeatedly named Best Local Film Series by the readers of Connect Savannah) is EXTREMELY proud to present - for one day only - three critically acclaimed and award-winning documentaries which were recently featured at the highly respected 2014 Human Rights Watch Film Festivals (HRWFF), held in NYC, Toronto, London and Amsterdam.
Human Rights Watch is one of the world's leading independent organizations dedicated to defending and protecting human rights. Through this Film Fest, they bear witness to human rights violations and create a forum for courageous individuals on both sides of the lens to empower audiences with the knowledge that personal commitment can make a difference.
The festival brings to life human rights abuses through storytelling in a way that challenges each individual to empathize and demand justice for all people.
Each of the three films scheduled for Sunday, August 17 were hand-selected for Savannah audiences by Psychotronic Film Society director Jim Reed, and represent the broad range of subjects included in the 2014 festival. These titles were previously included in such prestigious film fests as Sundance and Tribeca.
This triple-feature is a rare opportunity to see some of the year's most gripping and evocative documentaries before they have been released theatrically!
Each film will screen only once, and seating is limited to less than 100 per film. While tickets will likely be available at the door on the day of the show, we HIGHLY recommend you purchase individual tickets (or Special All-Day Gold Passes) in advance to avoid disappointment.
*** Use this page to purchase advance tickets for the first feature of the day only. TO PURCHASE SPECIAL ALL-DAY GOLD DISCOUNT PASSES WHICH GET YOU INTO ALL THREE FILMS (PLUS CONCESSIONS), SIMPLY GO TO THIS URL:
http://bpt.me/818643
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8:00PM - "TO BE TAKEI" (2014, USA)
Best known for playing "Sulu" on the original STAR TREK TV series and six movies that followed, GEORGE TAKEI is unlikely social media royalty. Unofficially dubbed the King of Facebook, at the age of 76, he counts over 5 million fans in his online empire including Trekkies, HOWARD STERN listeners, and the LGBTQ community who devour his quirky mix of kitten jokes, STAR TREK references, heartfelt messages, and sci-fi/fantasy memes. An outspoken advocate for civil rights, Takei has used his unmistakable baritone in several satiric PSAs. Over seven decades, he has boldly journeyed from a WWII internment camp, to the helm of the starship Enterprise to the daily news feeds of millions. Te film features appearances from his STAR TREK co-stars, as well as Stern and gay rights activist and journalist DAN SAVAGE. Join George and his husband Brad on this star's playful and profound search for life, liberty, and love.
OFFICIAL SELECTION - 2014 SUNDANCE FILM FEST
VIEW THE TRAILER AT THE UPPER LEFT OF YOUR SCREEN
REVIEWS:
"A unique blend of camp and conviction, TO BE TAKEI deftly showcases George Takei's eclectic personality and wildly disparate achievements, from STAR TREK crewmate to gay-rights activist. Arguably more famous as himself than he was as Sulu, Takei goes from Comic-Con conventions to Congressional hearings. Director Jennifer Kroot grants her subject's past and present endeavors equal vitality, effortlessly jumping backward and forward. It should wow audiences of various persuasions." - Ronnie Scheib
"What I love most about TO BE TAKEI is that it shows George and his husband Brad Takei in a very NORMAL marriage. It's not "gay" marriage, it's just marriage. That picture of commonness is very important for people like me, that were raised to be homophobes, to be exposed to. It opens up the mind and makes you actively question the premise of why these fellow humans were shunned or restricted in the first place.
The movie is also as funny and charming as Mr Takei's Facebook feed. For anyone that follows him there, you know how entertaining his daily muses can be. In this movie we get a behind the scenes look at where that insight and humor springs from. George Takei has faced hardships beyond most of our comprehension. I highly recommend seeking this documentary out for anyone that is a Takei fan, a TREK fan, and for people that still need a dose of seeing a loving gay couple as normal and deserving of the same respect and rights we all should be able to enjoy." - Ain't It Cool News
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Our location, MUSE ARTS WAREHOUSE, is an award-winning cultural arts showcase in Historic Downtown Savannah, which was named 2014's Best Indie Film Venue by the readers of Connect Savannah. It features free parking, handicap access, stadium-style seating, digital projection and Organic Popcorn, Snacks and Soft Drinks at amazingly low prices.
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The Savannah installment of the Human Rights Watch Film Fest is generously sponsored by the very good people at THE BOOK LADY BOOKSTORE, THE SENTIENT BEAN COFFEEHOUSE and THE COLLEGIATE CHURCH OF ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE (EPISCOPAL). Please let them know you appreciate their support of this unique and enlightening program!
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IMPORTANT: NO PRINTED TICKETS WILL BE MAILED TO YOU.
ALL TICKETS CHARGED IN ADVANCE ONLINE WILL BE HELD UNDER YOUR NAME AT THE DOOR. YOU MUST PRESENT POSITIVE PHOTO ID *WHICH MATCHES THE NAME ON YOUR ORDER* FOR US TO RELEASE YOUR TICKETS. THIS IS FOR YOUR SECURITY AND TO AVOID FRAUD.
YOU MAY ALSO CHOOSE TO PRINT OUT YOUR TICKET CONFIRMATION AT HOME, AND BRING IT WITH YOU TO THE BOX OFFICE ON THE DAY OF THE SHOW TO EXCHANGE FOR YOUR ACTUAL TICKET.
**PLEASE NOTE: We recommend strongly that all who purchase advance tickets arrive at the the venue AT LEAST 15 MINUTES BEFORE SHOWTIME. There will be NO previews shown before these films.
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This is guaranteed to be one of the most unusual and memorable cinema events to be held in Savannah all year long, so please invite your friends to this special presentation, as we'd love to pack the house!
If attendance is strong for all three films, the PFS will consider holding another triple-feature of three different selections from the HRWFF sometime in the next few months...
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LocationMuse Arts Warehouse (View)
703 Louisville Rd.
Savannah, GA 31415
United States
Categories
| Minimum Age: 14 |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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