| Special Events in September:
Tuesday, September 19 – 7:30 PM
In-Person Tribute To Sybil Jason: Warner
Brothers’ First Child Star
LITTLE BIG SHOT, 1935, Warner
Bros., 78 min. Although Sybil Jason’s time in the limelight was relatively
brief, she enjoyed a remarkable film career working alongside a handful of Immortals
including Al Jolson, Shirley Temple, and Humphrey Bogart. Tonight we pay tribute to
"Warner Brothers' First Kid Star" with a rare screening of her 1935 feature
directed by Michael Curtiz. Robert Armstrong and Edward Everett Horton are
two conmen who become pushovers when left in charge of their dead friend’s tiny
daughter (Jason). The great Glenda Farrell is the tough dame who realizes Armstrong
isn’t as cynical as he makes himself out to be. Plus preceding the feature:
two of Sybil's Technicolor short subjects, "The Changing Of The Guard"
and "A Day At Santa Anita" (both from 1937). Following
the screening, Sybil Jason will be on hand to answer questions about her career and
discuss her autobiography My Fifteen Minutes.
Thursday, September 21 - 8:00 PM ALTERNATIVE SCREEN
Los Angeles' True Local Heroes
So you've managed to survive your share of the glut of generic
Hollywood summer movies. And now that all those pirates, all those damsels in distress,
and that man who can fly faster than a speeding bullet begin to fade into background of
your shrinking skull, it is time to open up your mind again to the true potential of
cinema! This collection of thematically ambitious and visually innovative short films from
L.A.'s finest proves one thing: The true saviors to our entertainment dilemmas might very
well come in the form of intelligent, original, local heroes who really know how to
deliver the goods in a short package.
World Premiere! Lisa Prisco's "(5) Stages"
(2006, 7 min.) 288 Cuts. 29 People. One Universal Theme. L.A. Premiere!
Gabriela Tollman's "You Turned Back and Held My Hand" (2006, 6 min.) Can
intimacy survive reality? Delaney Bishop's "The Death of Salvador Dali"
(2005, 18 min.) The master surrealist makes a rare guest appearance in the office and
headspace of Sigmund Freud. With Dita Von Teese. West Coast Premiere!
Michael Medaglia's "The Ratsnitch Angel" (2006, 2 min.) What's a boy to
do when he has a little "angel" in his pocket? Cedar Sherberts's "Gesture
Down (I Don't Sing)" (2006, 8 min.) The journey back. Learning to sing again.
Tyler Hubby & Kelly Maxx's "Domestic Disturbance" (2005, 4 min.) A
spare, modern gothic of shattered serenity. Special Sneak Preview! William
Kruse's "H-E-N-R-Y" (2006, 18 min.) The identities of two inmates collide
on a prison basketball court. Nicole Barnette's "Fourteen" (2006, 7 min.)
A momentous day of gifts and attention has significant consequences for a 14-year-old
girl's future. West Coast Premiere! Justin Rhodes' "Nocturne"
(2005, 23 min.) Moments of life in the semi-consciousness. Discussion
following with all of the presenting filmmakers. Curated by Thomas Harris.
Saturday, September 23
Egyptian Theatre Historic Tour & FOREVER HOLLYWOOD
10:30 AM Behind the Scenes Tour
11:30 AM FOREVER HOLLYWOOD
Saturday, September 23 - 11 AM – 4 PM
American Cinematheque Members are Invited to a Special Edition of the
"Real Black Dahlia Crime Bus Tour"
To coincide with the release of Brian De Palma’s new film THE BLACK DAHLIA (due
out September 15 from Universal) the American Cinematheque has arranged for members to
cruise the streets of Los Angeles on the trail of unsolved 1947 mutilation murder victim
Elizabeth Short who became known as "The Black Dahlia."
Historians Kim Cooper and Nathan Marsak, founders of the 1947 Project will be our
guides on this five hour luxury bus tour which visits more than two dozen scenes from the
real and hypothesized history of the Black Dahlia case. Along the way, passengers will
explore the social history of postwar Los Angeles, several popular Dahlia theories will be
debunked and a little known but likely suspect will be introduced. The tour will introduce
passengers to the real Elizabeth Short and some of the peculiar characters who knew her in
life or become obsessed with her in death.
The tour will culminate with a special screening of Brian De Palma's BLACK DAHLIA film
for tour participants only. The film will start at approx. 4:30 PM at the Egyptian.
Tickets must be purchased in advance at the Egyptian Theatre Box Office or at www.fandango.com. Once you purchase your ticket please e-mail the Fandango confirmation
number, your name and your membership number to info@americancinematheque.com with the words BLACK DAHLIA TOUR in the subject line. We will be printing
out your ticket for you and sending additional updates (including where the tour will
meet) to you via e-mail so it is imperative that you contact us after you purchase your
ticket.
TOUR MEETING PLACE & PARKING:
The tour will meet on Las Palmas Avenue (the side street on the east side of the
Egyptian Theatre) between Selma & Hollywood Boulevard. Look for the big BUS. We will
leave at 11 AM sharp. We suggest that you park in one of the lots south of the Egyptian
(off Selma) because the validation at Hollywood & Highland is only for up to 4 hours.
The lot at Cherokee and Selma is about $5 during the day. The lots directly behind the
Egyptian range in price. See our website for more parking options.
Seating is limited to 50 persons so if you want to take this tour buy your ticket now!
Tickets are $45 for Members and $50 for non-members.
- The tour group will meet by 10:30 AM to check in and the bus will leave at 11:00 AM
sharp.
- You are welcome to bring a sack lunch if you don’t have time for a hearty
breakfast.
- The bus is NOT wheelchair accessible, but there is not a lot of walking involved on the
tour.
- We will contact you with the meeting point for the tour after you buy your ticket as we
are still working out some logistics. The location will be accessible by highway and
public transportation.
Post-tour dining options will be available, though not included in the price of
the tour admission. For future tours from the 1947 Project click here.
Saturday, September 23 – 7:30pm [Spielberg Theatre]
STRANGE DREAMS OF PRESENT
AND FUTURE
These shorts about a future that may already be here and a present
that may never happen will make you think, cringe & laugh. Join us for a discussion
with several of the filmmakers in person after the screening. A great way to support new
talent and see what is on the horizon.
Jonathan Joffe’s "Cost of Living" (Canada, 10
min). This stylish film examines how much a man is willing to pay for possible
immortality. Christopher Leone’s "K-7" (US, 18 min). An ordinary job
interview becomes a battle for life or death when Vincent Kincaid rates a high score on
his psychological profile. Jeremy Haccoun’s "Paradox" (UK, 19 min).
Are the two gentlemen in a well? Are they in the present or in medieval times? Watch and
make your own conclusions. James Oxford’s "Smartcard" (US, 16 min).
A tale of a utopian future where every aspect of your life is integrated into one,
yes….smartcard. The glitch happens when….**Michael Lucas’ "Turn"
(Australia, 11 min). A surreal comedy about love, traffic and survival. A perfect one for
us Angelenos. ** "The Knock" (12 min.) directed by Miles Murphy will replace
"The Turn." A discussion to follow with directors
Christopher Leone (K-7) and James Oxford (Smartcard).
Sunday, September 24
Egyptian Theatre Historic Tour & FOREVER HOLLYWOOD
10:30 AM Behind the Scenes Tour
11:30 AM FOREVER HOLLYWOOD |
