MOVIES AT NCFFF 2012
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FRIDAY, JUNE 1ST, 7:00 p.m. – OPENING NIGHT MOVIE
VAUGHAN AUDITORIUM in MARKS HALL at CHOWAN UNIVERSITY, Murfeesboro (tickets $3.00 for children, $5.00 for adults)
"EYE OF THE HURRICANE", directed by Jesse Wolfe
starring Campbell Scott, Melanie Lynskey, Nicola Peltz, Jose Zuniga, and introducing Grant Collins as Homer Kyte.
EYE OF THE HURRICANE is a compelling family drama about a small Everglades community struggling to put their lives back together in the wake of a devastating hurricane. In the spirit of films such as “Stand By Me” and “To Kill A Mockingbird”, Hurricane is told through the eyes of a determined child, a troubled adolescent, a wounded parent and a loyal friend.
VAUGHAN AUDITORIUM in MARKS HALL at CHOWAN UNIVERSITY, Murfeesboro (tickets $3.00 for children, $5.00 for adults)
"EYE OF THE HURRICANE", directed by Jesse Wolfe
starring Campbell Scott, Melanie Lynskey, Nicola Peltz, Jose Zuniga, and introducing Grant Collins as Homer Kyte.
EYE OF THE HURRICANE is a compelling family drama about a small Everglades community struggling to put their lives back together in the wake of a devastating hurricane. In the spirit of films such as “Stand By Me” and “To Kill A Mockingbird”, Hurricane is told through the eyes of a determined child, a troubled adolescent, a wounded parent and a loyal friend.
SATURDAY, JUNE 2ND, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. COMMUNITY DAY
C.S.BROWN CULTURAL ARTS CENTER (HISTORIC BROWN HALL), Winton (tickets $3.00 for children, $5.00 for adults)
Come and enjoy a full program with short films, feature films, arts activities, free books for kids, and a giant doll house.
C.S.BROWN CULTURAL ARTS CENTER (HISTORIC BROWN HALL), Winton (tickets $3.00 for children, $5.00 for adults)
Come and enjoy a full program with short films, feature films, arts activities, free books for kids, and a giant doll house.
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. "AROUND THE WORLD WITH 4 FILMS" - SHORT FILM BLOCK
presented by the Chowan Discovery Group - Ms. Nickens classroom
“Storywoods”, 2012, documentary, 8min,
Directed by Mary Horan, Chicago, IL
Rebecca Dudley is the creator of a miniature world known as Storywood. For the past 9 years, Rebecca has created an elaborate wooded scenery from scratch, mirroring the world of her childhood in Durham, New Hampshire.
Directed by Mary Horan, Chicago, IL
Rebecca Dudley is the creator of a miniature world known as Storywood. For the past 9 years, Rebecca has created an elaborate wooded scenery from scratch, mirroring the world of her childhood in Durham, New Hampshire.
"Marwa", 2007, narrative short, 20min
Directed by Iram Parveen Bilal, Pakistan
Inspired by a true story, 'Marwa' is a romantic drama showcasing the struggle between love, loyalty, tradition and patriotism. It is the story of Marwa, an Arabic Interpretor who discovers a dangerous and untimely love. Devin, an American soldier commissioned to rebuild Iraq after the 2003 American invasion and specifically Marwa’s Rodwaniya village, is redeployed to Jordan. This film is a commentary on the cultural and socio-political impact of war.
Directed by Iram Parveen Bilal, Pakistan
Inspired by a true story, 'Marwa' is a romantic drama showcasing the struggle between love, loyalty, tradition and patriotism. It is the story of Marwa, an Arabic Interpretor who discovers a dangerous and untimely love. Devin, an American soldier commissioned to rebuild Iraq after the 2003 American invasion and specifically Marwa’s Rodwaniya village, is redeployed to Jordan. This film is a commentary on the cultural and socio-political impact of war.
“Wa is for Wayang”, 2012, narrative short, 40 min,
Directed by Raymond Tan, Singapore
Raja loses a kiddie bet with his classmates and as a forfeit, he finds himself landing in the middle of a Kids' Chinese Opera Idol audition in his school. He now faces the biggest dilemma of his young life.
Should he pursue the craft as all odds are against him -- language, culture, and mom?
Directed by Raymond Tan, Singapore
Raja loses a kiddie bet with his classmates and as a forfeit, he finds himself landing in the middle of a Kids' Chinese Opera Idol audition in his school. He now faces the biggest dilemma of his young life.
Should he pursue the craft as all odds are against him -- language, culture, and mom?
“Bonsai”, 2011, narrative short, 20 min,
Directed by Roberto Aznar, Spain
This is the story of a woman who faces up to a terrible reality. The man who was supposed to love her is the man who tries to cut back all her self-esteem and freedom, the same as a bonsai branches can be cut back because of his owner’s whim. The essence of "Bonsai" is that living in fear is not living at all. In 2009 in Spain, 70 women were murdered by their husbands (in 2008, the number was 84).
It is necessary to speak out about violence against women, as it is a universal problem that transcends national and cultural boundaries.
Directed by Roberto Aznar, Spain
This is the story of a woman who faces up to a terrible reality. The man who was supposed to love her is the man who tries to cut back all her self-esteem and freedom, the same as a bonsai branches can be cut back because of his owner’s whim. The essence of "Bonsai" is that living in fear is not living at all. In 2009 in Spain, 70 women were murdered by their husbands (in 2008, the number was 84).
It is necessary to speak out about violence against women, as it is a universal problem that transcends national and cultural boundaries.
"Aunt Betty and Fort Stevens"
"Aunt Betty and Fort Stevens" , 2012 doc. short,
Directed by Marvin T. Jones, USA
The film was made possible by DCTV, public access television in Washington, DC.
A Free Woman of Color loses her farm to a Union Army fort, but after meeting Abraham Lincoln, she resolves to support the fort and become heroine to her community. The story is told by her niece.
Directed by Marvin T. Jones, USA
The film was made possible by DCTV, public access television in Washington, DC.
A Free Woman of Color loses her farm to a Union Army fort, but after meeting Abraham Lincoln, she resolves to support the fort and become heroine to her community. The story is told by her niece.
12:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - EDUCATION ON FILM block, including Q&A session and panel discussion
presented by the office of Congressman G.K. Butterfield (4th district) - Main auditorium
12:30 p.m.
Short films produced by students from Hertford County High School's Digital Media class.
Short films produced by students from Hertford County High School's Digital Media class.
12:45 p.m.
“Children Go Where I Send You”, 2012, documentary short, 20 min,
Directed by Caroline Stephenson
Q&A with the filmmakers after the movie
The story of Hertford County’s Rosenwald Schools, their past and their future. Personal stories make history come alive, and renowned educator and C.S.Brown alumni Dr. Dudley Flood provides background and perspective.
Made in collaboration with Hertford County High School's Digital Media class.
“Children Go Where I Send You”, 2012, documentary short, 20 min,
Directed by Caroline Stephenson
Q&A with the filmmakers after the movie
The story of Hertford County’s Rosenwald Schools, their past and their future. Personal stories make history come alive, and renowned educator and C.S.Brown alumni Dr. Dudley Flood provides background and perspective.
Made in collaboration with Hertford County High School's Digital Media class.
1:30 p.m.
“Crossover”, 2012, narrative short, 20 min,
Directed by Tina Mabry
In a future where schools are segregated by economic status, a struggling mother must decide whether to sell her own organs to give her children a better education.
Tina Mabry was also the Director of the critically acclaimed "Mississippi Damned", which was filmed in Hertford County in 2008.
“Crossover”, 2012, narrative short, 20 min,
Directed by Tina Mabry
In a future where schools are segregated by economic status, a struggling mother must decide whether to sell her own organs to give her children a better education.
Tina Mabry was also the Director of the critically acclaimed "Mississippi Damned", which was filmed in Hertford County in 2008.
2:00 p.m.
“Broken on All Sides”, 2012, documentary, 68 min,
Directed by Matthew Pillischer
"Broken On All Sides is a compelling documentary addressing racial inequities within our criminal justice system and its devastating collateral consequences. Immediately following the screening, there will be a panel discussion with filmmaker Matthew Pillischer and others working for prison reform.
“Broken on All Sides”, 2012, documentary, 68 min,
Directed by Matthew Pillischer
"Broken On All Sides is a compelling documentary addressing racial inequities within our criminal justice system and its devastating collateral consequences. Immediately following the screening, there will be a panel discussion with filmmaker Matthew Pillischer and others working for prison reform.
1:00 p.m. - Ms. Nicken's classroom
“Inside Story”, 2012, feature film,
Directed by Rolie Nikiwe
On a dusty soccer pitch in Malindi, Kenya young Kalu (Kevin Ndege Mamboleo) is an aggressive striker of the “Malindi Sharks,” who dreams of playing professional soccer. He’s a selfish player and a clear stand out on his team and knows he’s destined for glory. Then one day his life dramatically changes.
The film is presented by the Discovery Channel Global Education Partnership
“Inside Story”, 2012, feature film,
Directed by Rolie Nikiwe
On a dusty soccer pitch in Malindi, Kenya young Kalu (Kevin Ndege Mamboleo) is an aggressive striker of the “Malindi Sharks,” who dreams of playing professional soccer. He’s a selfish player and a clear stand out on his team and knows he’s destined for glory. Then one day his life dramatically changes.
The film is presented by the Discovery Channel Global Education Partnership
SUNDAY, JUNE 3RD 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. "DINNER AND A MOVIE"
presented by Southern Bank.
at C.S.BROWN CULTURAL ARTS CENTER (HISTORIC BROWN HALL), Winton
(tickets $6.00 per plate - movie included) - kids programming will also be available.
3:30 p.m.
“Daughters of the Dust”, 1992, feature film, 112min,
Directed by Julie Dash
Daughters of the Dust tells the story of three generations of Gullah women at the turn of the 20th century and focuses on the family's migration from the Sea Islands off the coasts of South Carolina and Georgia to the American mainland.
Daughters of the Dust was the first American feature film which was directed by an African American woman and received theatrical distribution in the U.S.
In 2004, Daughters of the Dust was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant".
“Daughters of the Dust”, 1992, feature film, 112min,
Directed by Julie Dash
Daughters of the Dust tells the story of three generations of Gullah women at the turn of the 20th century and focuses on the family's migration from the Sea Islands off the coasts of South Carolina and Georgia to the American mainland.
Daughters of the Dust was the first American feature film which was directed by an African American woman and received theatrical distribution in the U.S.
In 2004, Daughters of the Dust was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant".