RWUL Film Festivals & Events
UPCOMING RWUL FILM FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
Feb. 21, 2010 “I Luv Africa” Film Series and Community Discussion Comes to Philly! Free to the Public; Celebrate African Film, Food, and Discussion at The Rotunda 4014 Walnut St, Philadelphia PA 2-7pm.
Feb. 27, 2010-March 26, 2010 ”Passport to a New World of Cinema” Global Lens 2010 in Washington, DC at the Letelier Theater, this weekend film series is $14 for a weekend pass and $8 per screening. Special speakers and receptions before selected screenings. Please visit RWUL’s online magazine website www.rwulonlinemag.weebly.com for film information and ticket purchasing or for reservations email rebekahfrimpong@rwul.com
April 24, 2010 RWUL and Women Make Movies Presents: The 2nd Annual Red Orchid Female Film Festival Premiere, Free to the Public and Film Contest plus this festival will be traveling to Washington, DC and Virginia in the spring of 2010.
FULL EVENTS DETAILS
RWUL Presents:
“I Luv Africa” Film Series and Community Discussion Comes to Philly!
FULL PROGRAM SCHEDULE
The” I Luv Africa” film series and community discussion is a free event open to the public that will feature independent films depicting stories about African culture and people. The film series event will open with a special catered reception and lead discussion highlighting some of the current topics in Africa including the work of some of our sponsors.
Films Screening:
Democracy in Dakar-Senegal
Directed By Ben Herson, Nomadic Wax & Sol Productions
This documentary film explores the impact youth in Senegal, West Africa have on the political landscape and how these young people used Senegalese Hip-Hop music as a political tool.
Pray the Devil Back to Hell-Liberia
Directed by Gini Reticker
In the award-winning documentary Pray the Devil Back to Hell, Liberian women determined to bring dignity and peace back to their country stand up to Charles Taylor and the warlords, armed only with white t-shirts and courage. Their story has inspired legions of fans during the film’s nationwide theatrical run, multiple festival awards, and international screenings.
Soul of the Ashanti-Ghana
This documentary follows the kingdom of the
Youssou N’Dour I Bring What I Love-Senegal
Directed by: Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi
The bestselling African pop musician of all time, Youssou N’Dour was named one of Time’s 100 most influential people and called “the rare rock star whose music matters.” In 2005, he produced his most personal album,
Plus Special Presentations from Nomadic Wax, Harriet’s Alter Ego, Peace Corps, and More!
PASSPORT TO A NEW WORLD OF CINEMA GLOBAL LENS 2010
Global Lens 2010 Film Screening Schedules
Screening Premiere Event: African Journey February 27-28, 2010 (Two Screenings)
February 27, 2010 Saturday 4-9pm
*Screening at 5pm Shirley Adams
Screening at 7pm Masquerades
February 28, 2010 Sunday 3-7pm
Screening at 3pm Shirley Adams
Screening at 5pm Masquerades
Viva La Cinema; Central & South America March 5-7, 2010 (Three Screenings)
March 5, 2010 Friday 7pm Doors Opens
*Screening at 8pm Becloud
March 6, 2010 Saturday 4pm-9pm
*Screening at 5pm Gods
Screening at 7pm Leo’s Room
March 7, 2010 Sunday 3-7pm
Screening at 3pm Leo’s Room
Screening at 5pm Gods
Storytelling of the East, Films from Asia March 12-14, 2010 (Three Screenings)
March 12, 2010 Friday Doors Open 7pm
*Screening at 8pm Adrift
March 13, 2010 Saturday 4-9pm
*Screening at 5pm The Shaft
Screening at 7pm Ocean of a Man
March 14, 2010 Sunday 3-7pm
Screening at 3pm Ocean of a Man
Screening at 5pm The Shaft
A New View, Focus in on Iran and Serbia March 20-21, 2010 (Two Screenings)
March 20, 2010 Saturday 4-9pm
*Screening at 5pm Ordinary People
Screening at 7pm My Tehran For Sale
March 21, 2010 Sunday 3-7pm
Screening at 3pm My Tehran
Screening at 5pm Ordinary People
New World of Cinema Final Screenings, Asia and Latin American Cinema
March 26, 2010 Friday (4pm Finale Reception)
*Screening at 5pm Becloud
Screening at 7pm Adrift
Note*on these dates there will be a special guest speakers, Q&A Panel, or catered reception
RWUL AND WOMEN MAKE MOVIES PRESENT: THE 2nd ANNUAL RED ORCHID FEMALE FILM FESTIVAL 2010
Screening Premiere in
-The 2nd Annual Red Orchid Female Film Festival 2010; this event will be showcasing the films of female independent filmmakers.
-The film festival not only will be featuring the films of talented female artists, but filmmakers will have the chance to compete for recognition, a prize package, and a $200 award.
-During the festival we will have a networking cocktail party for female filmmakers and valuable resources available for the filmmakers.
- Open to any independent female filmmakers ( includes director, writer or producer) that are 18 years of age or older
- All film genres will be accepted (ex: animation, documentary, etc.)
- Films must be 5-30 minutes in length
- Films cannot contain pornographic material
- Films with unauthorized copyrighted material will not be accepted
- Films using non-licensed material will not be accepted
- Each film entry must be accompanied by a filmmaker short bio
- All films must be received by
- Prizes and awards are given per film entry
- There is no limit on the number of entries
- Films must be original works of applicant
For more information about the Red Orchid Female Film Festival please contact festival coordinator Rebekah Frimpong for further details at (347) 834-3767 or by e-mail rebekahfrimpong@rwul.com for further details.
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