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Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Film / Arts UNC Charlotte series tackles oppression
Posted By Anita Overcash on Tue, Apr 24, 2012 at 1:22 PM
This week, the Native American Student Organizations and Amnesty International have teamed up for "We're Still Here: The Effects of Genocide and Stereotypes on Cultural Communities," a free event aimed at raising awareness of oppression through film screenings and lectures at UNC Charlotte.
It all kicks off this evening with a screening of Screamers, a documentary about the Armenian genocide. Then on Wednesday, Reel Injuns, a documentary about Hollywood's stereotypical portrayal Native Americans will be shown. Check out more information and trailers for the films below:
You probably would have paid a lot more attention in history class if your teacher would've shown a documentary starring alt rockers System of a Down. Screamers, a 2006 documentary about the Armenian genocide, zeros in on frontman Serj Tankian and his grandfather (a survivor of the devastating ordeal). It also examines the Turkish government's denial of the events and the neutral stance of the United States. A winner of the AFI Audience Award for best documentary, the films success comes with a heavy price. Hrant Dink, a Turkish journalist who was interviewed for the documentary, was assassinated by a Turkish nationalist shortly after its premiere. Before the screening there will be a dance performance and lecture. Free. April 24, 6:30 p.m. UNC Charlotte (held in McKnight Hall in the Cone Center), 9201 University City Blvd.
Film / Film News Ti Taste: An Interview with The Innkeepers' Ti West
Posted By Adam Frazier on Tue, Apr 24, 2012 at 12:56 PM
Filmmaker Ti West's most recent picture, The Innkeepers, mixes classically creepy frights with modern panache. Set in the Yankee Pedlar Inn, believed by many to be one of New England's "most haunted hotels," the movie features Claire (Sara Paxton) and Luke (Pat Healy), two employees determined to discover proof of the hotel's haunted past before it shuts down for good.
- Dark Sky Films
- Ti West
To coincide with the movie's release today on Blu-ray and DVD (read Matt Brunson's review here), West recently took time out to rap with CL about his movie.
Film / Film News / Film Reviews RiverRun Wrap 2012, Part 3
Posted By Matt Brunson on Tue, Apr 24, 2012 at 11:15 AM
(To read the Day One Recap, go here. To read the Day Two recap, go here.)
The curtains have closed and the lights have dimmed on another chapter in the saga of Winston-Salem's RiverRun International Film Festival, but before we bid adieu, there are a couple more films to cover and plenty of winners to announce.
Arts / Today's Top Five Today's Top 5: Tuesday
Posted By Anita Overcash on Tue, Apr 24, 2012 at 9:08 AM
Here are the five best events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area today, April 24, 2012 as selected by the folks at Creative Loafing.
* Composition of Elements exhibit at Hidell Brooks Gallery
* Appalucia and Aqualads at Snug Harbor
* The Bible: The Complete Word of God (abridged) at Petra's Piano and Cabaret
* Fashionable Silhouettes exhibit at Mint Museum Randolph
* Ron Feingold at The Comedy Zone Lake Norman
Monday, April 23, 2012
Arts / Today's Top Five Today's Top 5: Monday
Posted By Anita Overcash on Mon, Apr 23, 2012 at 9:15 AM
Here are the five best events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area today, April 23, 2012 as selected by the folks at Creative Loafing.
* 8 at Actor's Theatre of Charlotte
* Artist Mingle at The Saloon
* Earth Exchange exhibit at The Light Factory
* Nita B Trio at Amelie's French Bakery
* Textures and Tones Art Festival at Gaston College
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Film / Film News / Film Reviews RiverRun Wrap 2012, Part 2
Posted By Matt Brunson on Sun, Apr 22, 2012 at 4:51 PM
(To read the Day One Recap, go here.)
- Kirsten Lepore
- Bottle
Ah, the glorious, tourist-friendly sights of Winston-Salem ...
No, I don't mean the historic Old Salem district, or the Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art (SECCA), or the Reynolda House Museum of American Art. I'm talking about this awesome hood spotted on an automobile parked downtown:
Or this tasty pastry display at Ollie's Bakery, this trip's best find:
Or this way-cool French poster for Woody Allen's Sleeper (or, as our Gallic friends call it, Woody and the Robots):
Arts Middle East Festival at Queens
Posted By Anita Overcash on Sun, Apr 22, 2012 at 7:00 AM
If your knowledge of the Middle East doesn't go far beyond rising oil costs, you really ought to become better informed. The Middle East Council of the Carolinas' annual Middle East Festival is a good place to start.
The festival features related arts and crafts, informational displays, food (the earlier you arrive the better, because they sometimes run out) and folk/belly dancing. Free admission. April 22, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Queens University, 1900 Selwyn Ave. For more information, visit www.middleeastcouncilnc.org.
Saturday, April 21, 2012
Film / Film News / Film Reviews RiverRun Wrap 2012, Part 1
Posted By Matt Brunson on Sat, Apr 21, 2012 at 11:16 AM
Winston-Salem may not have camels, but at present, it's certainly not lacking in films. Lots of films. Lots of good films.
- KinoSmith
- Girl Model
The 14th Annual RiverRun International Film Festival, which kicked off April 13, has entered its home stretch, with the grand finale arriving April 22. As was the case last year, I've been graciously invited to attend the fest by executive director Andrew Rodgers and his team. In 2011, it was to serve as a judge for the Documentary Shorts category; this year, it's strictly in reporter/critic mode, hooking myself up to a coffee IV drip in order to see as many films as possible.
Arts Follow the gnome to Genome
Posted By Anita Overcash on Sat, Apr 21, 2012 at 8:00 AM
Fantasy themes are spreading through art galleries in Charlotte like a virus, and we don't mind a single bit. This surreal wave is pushing at our minds and making us think about things we don't normally ponder - like say, little guys in pointy hats and other weird creatures.
The Gnome Show at Genome (how fitting!) features new works by artists Hans Drost, Tripper Dungan, Joshua Gage, Derek Ingram, Kelly Keith, Alexandra Loesser, Erich J Moffitt, Dustin Myers, Robert Page, Kyungmin Park, Ron Pete, Rodney Raines, Theron Ross, Henry Schreiber, Hannah Yata and Scott Partridge (notice how his pictured painting resembles the face of gallery founder John Josef).
Here's to hoping none of the art sets off a travel bug - thanks a lot, Travelocity. Opening reception April 21, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Exhibit continues through June 7. Genome, 120 Brevard Court. 704-332-4322. www.ohgenome.com.
Arts Clad in creativity
Posted By Anita Overcash on Sat, Apr 21, 2012 at 7:20 AM
Fashion can be a tricky slope to tackle. The trends are constantly in flux, so it's hard to keep up, let alone avoid a clothing mishap. That's not to say that a little creativity can't go a long way though. At Charlotte Seen's Passport For Fashion, top-notch designers in the Charlotte area and artists with a knack for turning recycled goods into outfits debut their latest couture pieces on the runway. Even though most of us would never be brave enough to sport items like tin foil or milk cartons on our bod, we're certainly intrigued by any alternative, eco-friendly usage.
Now, let's talk about what should be in our closets for spring/summer - because that's what's really important. $25-$35. April 21, 7 p.m. Reelworks Studio, 817 Hamliton St. For more information, visit www.passportforfashion.com.
