Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Indie Flicks Tuesdays in Chicago

What is Indie Flicks Tuesday?

Simple, it's a new event for Chicago's film industry. Indie Flicks Tuesday allows the film industry insiders and those interested in the industry to network and socialize with both professional and aspiring directors, producers, actors, and filmmakers of all genres. The event also features local and new filmmakers the chance to showcase their work to the public.

When: Tuesday, January 13, 2009 (2nd Tuesday of each month)
Doors Open: 6 p.m. Screenings Begin @: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Admission: $7
Where: Sonotheque1444 W. Chicago Ave.Chicago, IL 60642
Contact: 312-226-7600, http://www.sonotheque.net/

Media Partners: ReelChicago.com and TheConduitMagazine.com
Additional Info: Complimentary popcorn or nachos; drink specials and door prizes
Event Contact: IndieFlicksRSVP@gmail.com
Media Contact: Christiwithaneye@gmail.com

Producers & Hosts: CWAE PR (Christi With an Eye) & The Film Culture (Amir George)

About the Films

Short Film 1: Between Western and California

Directed by Darrell Robbins and Britt Richardson featured at the Columbia College Latin Film Festival, screened at the Puerto Rican Festival (Chicago) & opened up for the Puerto Rico Film Series.
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VtJgZVYvgY&feature=related

Short Film 2: The PorterDirected by Vincent SingletonWinner of the Chase Legacy ChallengeLink: http://www.vimeo.com/1022661

Film Trailer: Chicago OvercoatDirected by Brian CaunterStarring Armande Assante (American Gangster, Gotti) & Frank Vincent (Sopranos, Casino) Beverly Ridge PicturesLink: http://www.beverlyridgepictures.com/

Featured Film: Redrum – Directed by Ken YoungRedrum

In this satirical suspense comedy, the couple that slays together stays together. Brian and Tanya Diggs realize that not even therapy can break the monotony of their repetitious, bland marriage. Both learn to discover that they both have an odd desire to kill, after the couple finds themselves in situations that call for them to kill or be killed. The two embark on a murderous mission to rid the world of the worst that it has to offer. Starring: Jenifer Lewis, Jill Marie Jones, Joe Torry, Terry Vaughn, Chris Spencer, Kenny Young, Reginald Ballard, Rodney Perry, Kenny Young - He is the director, co-writer and co-star of the movie 'Redrum'. The movie is Young's directing debut, but he is far from an amateur in film and theatre. Young's desire for storytelling leads him to pursue a career in theatre and film. Young graduated with honors from Columbia College's School of Theatre, where he also minored in screenwriting. He later went on to star in several stage productions including 'A Raisin in the Sun', 'Othello' and 'American Boys'. He also appeared in films, including 'One Week', which he co-wrote and co-produced.

Redrum Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWqUo2nfIzY
Behind the Scenes: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSRq_hKhbys

Reviews
The Film Fiend: http://www.thefilmfiend.com/2007/10/redrum.html
NY Times: http://movies.nytimes.com/movie/405486/Redrum/overview

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