The Skin I Live In (2011)
Synopsis: Ever since his wife was burned in a car crash, Dr. Robert Ledgard, an eminent plastic surgeon, has been interested in creating a new skin with which he could have saved her. After twelve years, he manages to cultivate a skin that is a real shield against every assault. In addition to years of [...]
Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen
An evening with Frank and Leah, Wednesday February 1st 2011… 6pm Leah Sturgis Jewelry Art Happy Hour/Meet’n Greet. Come down and catch up with Leah, Frank and the band; view and purchase some of Leah’s new and old designs; and get your ears tuned up for a hearty helping of energetic music that will surely [...]
Politics of the Past
On Monday, January 30, the Alaska Moving Image Preservation Association (AMIPA) will bring a new edition in the popular “Politics of the Past” screening series to Juneau’s Gold Town Nickelodeon–at 171 Shattuck Way. The “Politics of the Past” features vintage Alaskan political spots, and other moments from Alaskan public life, drawn from archival media collections at AMIPA, [...]
On The Ice (2012)
Synopsis: In this engrossing and suspenseful feature film debut by filmmaker Andrew Okpeaha MacLean, two teenage boys who have grown up like brothers go about their lives in the comfortable claustrophobia of an isolated Alaskan town. Early one morning, on a seal hunt with another teenager, an argument between the three boys quickly escalates into [...]
Backcountry Film Festival 2011
Synopsis: The Backcountry Film Festival highlights the beauty, diversity, and fun of all winter backcountry experiences. Visions are compiled from world renowned filmmakers who submit their best backcountry work collected from incredible peaks and backcountry trails. The top submissions are chosen each year and assembled into an evening of short and captivating fun for all viewers, [...]
The Skin I Live In (2011)
admin Synopsis: Ever since his wife was burned in a car crash, Dr. Robert Ledgard, an eminent plastic surgeon, has been interested in creating a new skin with which he could have saved her. After twelve years, he manages to cultivate a skin that is a real shield against every assault. In addition to years of study and experimentation, Robert needed a further three things: no scruples, an accomplice and a human guinea pig. Scruples were never a problem. Marilia, the woman who looked after him from the day he was born, is his most faithful accomplice.
Director(s): Pedro Almodóvar.
SHOWTIMES
Thur January 25th 7:00pm
Fri January 26th 7:00pm
Sat January 27th 7:00pm & 9:00pm
Sun January 28th 4:00pm & 7:00pm
Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen
admin An evening with Frank and Leah, Wednesday February 1st 2011…
6pm Leah Sturgis Jewelry Art Happy Hour/Meet’n Greet. Come down and catch up with Leah, Frank and the band; view and purchase some of Leah’s new and old designs; and get your ears tuned up for a hearty helping of energetic music that will surely lift your spirits.
Music starts at 7:30.
Former Alaskan, Frank Solivan, is a monster mandolinist and fiddler who is making big waves nationally these days. His original music has climbed to the tops of many radio play charts and is showing up at major bluegrass festivals across the country. His band, Dirty Kitchen is stocked with hot musicians that really cook. In Frank’s hands, instruments take on a life of their own. You hear power, you hear volume, you hear crispness, clarity, timing and taste. All combined with passion and drive. Some think this sizzling band is not meant for the solemn atmosphere of a concert theatre, but they entertain everyone within earshot.
http://dirtykitchenband.com/
Politics of the Past
admin 907.786.4980 (Anchorage)
The Alaska Moving Image Preservation Association (AMIPA) is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization, and charitable donations are deductible for federal income tax purposes to the extent allowed by law. AMIPA’s federal tax ID number is: 92-0137768.
On The Ice (2012)
admin Synopsis: In this engrossing and suspenseful feature film debut by filmmaker Andrew Okpeaha MacLean, two
teenage boys who have grown up like brothers go about their lives in the comfortable claustrophobia
of an isolated Alaskan town. Early one morning, on a seal hunt with another teenager, an argument
between the three boys quickly escalates into a tragic accident. Bonded by their dark secret, the two
best friends are forced to create one fabrication after another in order to survive. The shocked boys
stumble through guilt‐fueled days, avoiding the suspicions of their community as they weave a web
of deceit. With their future in the balance, the two boys are forced to explore the limits of friendship
and honor. Featuring breakout performances by Josiah Patkotak and Frank Qutuq Irelan.
Director(s): Andrew Okpeaha MacLean.
SHOWTIMES
Wed February 22nd 7:00pm
Thur February 23rd 7:00pm
Teluride Mountain Film Festival (2011)
admin Synopsis: Started in 1979, Mountainfilm in Telluride is one of America’s longest-running film festivals. Through the years, in and out of trends and fads, the festival has always been best described by one unchanging word: inspiring. Far more than any other adjective, that’s how festival audiences describe their experience.
In addition to screening leading independent documentary films from around the world, the festival includes a full-day symposium on a critical contemporary issue, art and photography exhibits, early morning coffee talks, a book signing party, an ice cream social, student programs and a closing picnic/awards ceremony. Presentations and panels are scheduled throughout the Memorial Day weekend event with a wide diversity of special guests, ranging from artists to adventurers and academics to activists.
SHOWTIMES
Saturday January 14th 7:00pm @ Centennial Hall
Sunday January 15th 2:00pm & 4:00pm @ Gold Town
Backcountry Film Festival 2011
admin Synopsis: The Backcountry Film Festival highlights the beauty, diversity, and fun of all winter backcountry experiences. Visions are compiled from world renowned filmmakers who submit their best backcountry work collected from incredible peaks and backcountry trails. The top submissions are chosen each year and assembled into an evening of short and captivating fun for all viewers, with this year’s films ranging from backcountry skiing some of the most extreme terrain to a piece chronicling one man’s experience living in a cabin and writing about his passion for nature.
The Film Festival benefits Winter Wildlands Alliance, a national nonprofit organization working to promote and preserve winter wildlands and quality human-powered snow sports on public lands. Each year the festival is premiered in Boise, Idaho, and travels to more than 30 communities throughout the U.S. All funds raised from these showings go to support hands-on nature education programming through Discovery Southeast.
Come early for best seats and the chance to win door prizes! Admission is $8 for students and Discovery Southeast members, $10 for non-members, or $25 for a night of movies plus a Discovery Southeast membership.
SHOWTIMES
Mon January 23rd 7:00pm
Tue January 24th 7:00pm
Little Red Book (2011)
admin Synopsis: Amos Borgmier is a romantic baker who works in a supermarket. His specialty is wedding cakes. His sidekick – Butch – makes donuts. After giving Butch an idealistic talk about the wonders of marriage, Amos goes home to find his wife, Beulah, has left him. Amos is devastated and Butch takes him out for drink after work the next day. Another coworker – Gerald the green grocer – attempts to console Amos and tells him that after Beulah discovers how bad things are in the “real” world, she will return to him on her hands and knees. Amos then sets of on a comedic series of plans to get his wife back…but is she worth it?
SHOWTIMES
Postponed Until March
HELLS YEAH!!
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Sorry, sent that last thing out prematurely…
KICK-ASS OUTDOOR SHORT FILMS are playing this weekend, Saturday at 7pm at Centennial Hall, and Sunday at 2pm & 4pm at Gold Town Theater! Get tickets for only $10 in advance at Rainy Retreat Books or Gold Town, or $12 at the door. THE 2012 TELLURIDE MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL covers everything from climbing, to exploring, to social justice stories, and most points in-between. Don't be the only dork on the block who misses this award-winning, international series of really fine films. You can watch a preview on our webite…http://www.goldtownnick.com/?p=2289New Werner Herzog Documentary!
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