OBS PRESENTS "NIGHT AT THE MOVIES - A SHORT FILM SHOWCASE"

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ORGANIZATION OF BLACK SCREENWRITERS PRESENTS
"NIGHT AT THE MOVIES - A SHORT FILM SHOWCASE"

Please join us at our upcoming "Night at the Movies" - Short Film Showcase featuring some very talented writers/filmmakers in the Los Angeles area. Many of these writers/filmmakers are OBS members that have taken their scripts to the next level.

This event is the third of many more to follow. These writers/filmmakers have chosen to break from tradition and move forward making their dream a reality to see their words given life by talented actors.

We invite you to share in this experience and support and encourage them and others to continue on this path. We look forward to seeing you for a ...."Night at the Movies"

OBS PRESENTS "NIGHT AT THE MOVIES" --A Short Film Showcase

The Organization of Black Screenwriters - OBS is on the move with its new "Night at the Movies - Short Film Showcase". Short films from local filmmakers/writers, as well as, OBS filmmakers/writers will be screened.

FEATURED FILMS

"The Farce"
By Writers Gabrielle Glen and Jason Miller/Directors Derek Curtis Jennings and Austin Scott

"The Farce" is a comic spoof satirizing rap artist Rick Ross' latest single, "The Boss." It seeks to challenge what has now become the status quo of rap, which has essentially become a modern day minstrel show in which non-talented artists recite formulaic, disingenuous rhymes that speak no truth and are contributing to the deterioration of a lost generation. This video seeks to unveil these untruths, showing the reality of the day-to-day situations in the lives of these "artists." -- 5 minutes

"Lizz Straight: Portrait of a Poet Synopsis" -
Directed by Sateesh Rogers

'Portrait of a Poet' is a short documentary providing a glimpse into the world of spoken word artist, Lizz Straight. Filmed throughout the State of Florida, 'Portrait' reveals the pain and pride that inspires the brilliant prose and uncanny insight of the 26-year old Mississippi native. -- 10 minutes

"Within the Wall"
Written and Directed by Paula Neiman

A gap in the far wall of the neighborhood front store hosts anonymous drug transactions. Through his poetry, a young boy depicts the lives of those who reside on both sides of the wall. "Within The Wall" was an official selection in over 20 film festivals, talking home awards in over half. -- 15 minutes

"Homeless Destiny"
Written by Kathryn J. Taylor/Directed by Trey Haley

A random encounter with a homeless woman jeopardizes the life and dreams of four strangers. As their humanity is put to the test, their destiny unfolds; and we quickly learn that this encounter is not so much random as it is divinely ordered. Written by and starring Kathryn, "Homeless Destiny" is a faith based sociopolitical dramedy which examines society's views and stereotypes of the homeless and teaches us that true character is measured by how you treat someone who can't do anything for you. -- 13 minutes

" 5 "
Written/Directed/Produced by Damon Alexander Young

A spoof of the hit Fox television show "24", "5" features Joe Hernandez Kolski ("HBO's Def Poetry") as Jack, an intense counterterrorism agent with just moments to interrogate a dangerous suspect (Robert A. Johnson, "Transgressions", and ABC's "Eli Stone") before a bomb detonates somewhere on American soil. But when the crisis is suddenly and abruptly averted, what does he do with all of that spare time? This is going to be the longest five minutes of Jack's life. Also starring Jennifer Azar Burnham ("Stuck On You"). Details, production stills, and more at
http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http://www.myspace.com/5movie.
-- 7:04 minutes.

ADMISSION: $10
SNACK BAR AVAILABLE

This will be an opportunity to relax and enjoy the creative visions of some very determined and passionate individuals, meet the filmmaker/writer, and networking. There will be a brief Q&A with each filmmaker/writer.

Please RSVP to jwilliams@obswriter.com
Place "Night at the Movies" in the subject line and in the body of the email state how many will be attending. You can also RSVP via telephone (323) 735-2050.

Organization of Black Screenwriter's
Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Building
Los Angeles, California 90018
www.obswriter.com
323-735-2050

DON'T MISS

SATURDAY - Oct. 4, 2008
OBS GENERAL MEETING -- On Saturday, October 4, 2008 at 10:00am - 12:30pm OBS will hold it's regular monthly meeting, but there will be nothing regular about it!

Our special guest will be NAACP nominated Director/Publisher Eric Dean Seaton; as well as, Pilar Alessandra who will present a special segment - "Pitch Your Logline".

Mark your calendar and plan to be there!

RSVP to jwilliams@obswriter.com
Admission to the meeting is FREE for members, with a valid Membership card presented at the time of the meeting. All visitors and guests pay only $20 at the doorthat is applied toward membership fee if you join at the end of the meeting. (Cash or Money order only)See our website for more details, www.obswriter.com.
Where:
1999 West Adams Blvd. - LA, CA 90018
www.obswriter.com

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