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Chattanooga Film Society Debuts Acclaimed Film Series: the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers
By StudentFilmmakers.com
posted Sep 12, 2011, 14:05
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What does it take to bring a community together? And how do independent filmmakers
tell a story that generates and creates dialogue while still building bridges?
The Chattanooga Film Society launches a new screening series in partnership
with The Southern Circuit, one of the South's most respected touring film series.
The Southern Circuit is a unique program that brings some of the best indie
filmmakers from around the country and the world to communities in the South.
Over the years, audiences have seen more than 200 films and have engaged filmmakers
in post-screening discussions in more than 50 communities across the Southern
U.S.
The Chattanooga Film Society has been selected as the regional host for this
highly regarded film series and will present a set of six films - three during
the fall 2011 season and three in spring 2012. The film showcase will be presented
at Loose Cannon Gallery, located just off Main Street in the Southside’s
burgeoning arts community. The screenings take place on the second Monday of
each month starting in September. This inaugural offering of Chattanooga Film
Society will showcase some of the most sought-after films and documentaries
currently on the indie circuit.
Chattanooga Film Society board President Dave Porfiri said, “We want
to bring smaller films to our city, promote engagement, and build community
by bringing people together to view unique films that discuss current issues
of local significance. We also view the series as an opportunity to build an
audience for a full fledged Chattanooga Film Festival which we hope to launch
in the next few years.”
Porfiri says this year's selection of films is a nice mix of dramas, comedies
and documentaries - compelling stories driven by characters and issues. "With
each film we are working to partner with local non-profits, artisans, and locally-based
companies to build a screening series unique to this city. Each film provides
an opportunity to bring our community together, inspire advocacy and offer people
a direct way to get involved locally."
The series will feature six films and include a question and answer session
with the director as well as community partners. According to Chattanooga Film
Society spokesperson Heather Huston, the film series will also offer audiences
special performances, art exhibitions and a sponsored beverage tasting and reception.
"Each screening will be introduced by the filmmaker and, of course, there
will be time immediately after each film for Q&A," Heather says. "And
don't forget, if you want an opportunity to chat one-on-one with the directors
or just hang out and people-watch; join us for the pre-show happy hour. We'll
have good local eats and beverages available. It's going to be a blast!"
"It's a big win for the city. And it's a chance for the community to see
some truly great independent films that spotlight the talents of up-and-coming
directors and actors," adds Chattanooga Film Society board member Kris
Jones. "Our team is a grassroots organization, so the payoff is an event
like this and getting a chance to connect with other film people in the community."
Resources:
www.chattanoogafilmsociety.org
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