Film Grain

This week, Erie-natives Stella Ruggiero and Heidi Dugan from Two Moms Writing, a creative venture between two moms who, you guessed it - write,  as we discuss "The Farewell," and "Vows," a film created by students in the area.   Get tickets for our showing below. Tickets Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week, Erie-born writer Phil Pirello joins us to discuss his time in Hollywood as well as some of his projects. Also discussed is the difference in opportunity between Erie and Hollywood, and knowing what market can support your ideas.  Get tickets for our showing below. Tickets Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week, the team from MenajErie studio joins us to discuss their documentaries "Rust Belt New Americans" and "Art 100," the latter of which was created in tandem with Edinboro's 100 years of art celebration this year. Also discussed are film festivals and what we'd like to see in an Erie-focused one.  Get tickets for our showing below. Tickets Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week professor and film historian Brian Sheridan joins us to talk about his beginnings in the world of film appreciation as well as some film history regarding Alice Guy-Blaché, the focus of "Be Natural," our newest Film Grain feature. Also discussed is the importance of diversity and representation in filmmaking both behind and in front of the camera.  Get tickets for our showing below. Tickets Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week, animator extraordinaire, Brad Pattullo joins us to talk about his beginnings in the world of film-making, as well as how to sue the festival circuit to your advantage. Also discussed is this week's Film Grain dinner and a movie - "Midsommar: Director's Cut." This showing also includes a special bonus: Brad's newest short, "Stuffed."  Get tickets for our showing below.  Tickets Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week, the Nightmare on State Street planning committee - Alayna Gallagher, Britton Rozzelle, Natalie Wiepert and Riley White - join John and Erika for a discussion on their favorite horror movies including "The Conjuring," "The Invitation," and "Lake Mungo."  Get tickets for our showing of "The Uninvited," or presale tickets for Nightmare on State Street on our website. The Uninvited / Nightmare on State Street  Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week, writer and musican Jim Morton joins us to talk about scriptwriting do's and don'ts, as well as our Film Grain showing of "The Nightingale," the latest film from the director of "The Babadook."  Get tickets for our showing of "The Nightingale" and the locally-produced "Flower" below.  Tickets  Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Producer, self-proclaimed "crew-guy" and survivor of "Rock the Boat," the New Kids on the Block party cruise joins us to talk "The Matrix" in honor of its 20th anniversary. Mike also talks about some reality TV horror stories from the set, analyzes "Undercover Billionaire," and gives some tips to local businesses on being transparent with producers.  Get tickets for our showing of "The Matrix" below, which includes select segments from "The Animatrix," for the first time in Erie.  Tickets  Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Taylor Prach of the Free to Choose Network joins us this week to discuss her life post film school in the Erie area in addition to discussing our next Film Grain feature, "Rocketman." Tickets  Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Actress and producer Shannon Hamm and videographer Corey Esper join us to talk what steps small towns like Erie can take to bring talent back home in addition to discussing our next Film Grain feature, "The Last Black Man in San Francisco."  Tickets  Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Join us for a look at our Fall and Winter season including films like "Aliens," "The Farewell," and "Rocketman." Tickets available through our website. Also on this episode: a look into Netflix's cancellation problem and what it means for media consumption, and our television recommendations.  Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erika Berlin, president of the Film Society of NWPA, joins to talk the mission, history and future plans for the organization.  Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week, we welcome Sharon Dale from Greater Erie Arts Rental. She then joins us for a discussion on the future of filmmaking in Erie, along with what equipment and support filmmakers will need moving forward. "Destroyer" screens on August 21st, 2019, as part of the society's dinner and a movie series.  Tickets Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/  "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

In a special episode, we're joined by cast members from Discovery Channel's "Undercover Billionaire." Star Glenn Stearns, along with Mindy Stearns, R.J. Messenger, Dawn Van Scoter, and Mathieu Sanders talk the Erie-set series. The first episode of "Undercover Billionaire" is now available.  "Apollo 11" screens on August 14th, 2019, as part of the film society's dinner and a movie series.  Tickets Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/  "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

In a special episode, we're joined by cast members from Discovery Channel's "Undercover Billionaire." Star Glenn Stearns, along with Mindy Stearns, Ronald J. Messenger, Dawn Van Scoter, and Mathieu Sanders talk the Erie-set series. "Undercover Billionaire" premieres on Discovery Channel on Tuesday, August 6th. "High Life" screens on August 7th, 2019, as part of the film society's dinner and a movie series.  Tickets Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/  "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week, we welcome Craig Stadler, CTO of Erie Data Systems and creator of Petey Vid, a new way to search for video content, while he then joins us for a discussion on getting the word out on your creative endeavors in Erie.  "The Biggest Little Farm" screens on July 24th, 2019, as part of the society's dinner and a movie series.  Tickets Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/  "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week, we welcome Patrick Fisher, executive director of Erie Arts and Culture, while he then joins us for a discussion on being a creative in Erie. "Gloria Bell" will screen on July 17th, 2019, as part of the society's dinner and a movie series.  Tickets Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/  "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week, we welcome photojournalist Maitham Basha-Agha, who joins us for a discussion on his history, the new Americans in Erie, and more. "Mean Girls" screens on July 10th, 2019, for its 15-year anniversary, as part of the film society's dinner and a movie series.  Tickets Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/  "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/