Boston Cinema Census

Please join us Friday, March 5th at 9:30pm at the Brattle Theatre in Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA!

Central Productions is proud to present the 9th installment of its annual Boston Cinema Census—a showcase of the most interesting and innovative works produced by local filmmakers. In the true spirit of a census, this screening is a look at the strongest locally made narrative, experimental, documentary, and animation—films that are a true reflection of our communities. The Boston Cinema Census comes but once a year, so be sure to join us for this entertaining and enlightening evening.

BCC9 Program Notes:

My Heart, 3 Minutes 16 Seconds, Experimental/Music Video

Dir: Jeff Stern, 2009

In this video art piece meets music video, a man is consumed by a singular focus. The traps and pitfalls of his own mind become his physical landscape. His search may never end.

Piquo, 18 Minutes 30 Seconds, Narrative - live action and animation

Dir: Paul Yee, 2009

Piquo lives on the desolate Arctic tundra. There are only five students in her high school class, and she is the only one without a date to the prom. She spends a quiet day all by herself. With simple but complete art direction and sound design Piquo gives an entry into the title character's otherworldly existence.

Paper Man, 8 Minutes, Documentary

Dir: Nellie Kluz, 2008

Paper Man, a simple profile of a lone conservator hidden in the depths of the Boston Public Library, is a wonderful example of documentary's power to show the importance of the everyday. This is a world of crumbling paper, meticulousness, craft and deadpan humor.

Dog Show, 10 Minutes, Narrative

Dir: Theodore Collatos, 2009

Father and daughter are at odds about what to do with their 17-year old Golden Cocker Spaniel. Very old and out of control, the dog barks and pees everywhere which makes the father want to put the dog to sleep, much against the daughter's wishes. Part fact, part fiction, Dog Show incorporates real life into a penetrating story shot in beautiful Rio De Janeiro Brazil.

The Sneakers, 13 Minutes 13 Seconds, Narrative

Dir: David Wells, 2009

Struggling to get by on her wages as a waitress, Emily wants her daughter Fara to feel like all the other kids at school. But when Emily cannot afford new shoes for both of them, she must choose between her own needs and Fara's sense of belonging. Wells' portrait of a family of two with nothing beyond each other shows some of the best performances from this year's submissions.

Before War, 5 Minutes 40 Seconds, Documentary

Dir: Jared Katsiane, 2010

Boston, 1951—Uncle Tommy makes home movies. . . then brings along his camera as a soldier in the Korean War. Katsiane takes his personal "found footage" and presents a capsule of America's mid-century experiences.

All Day Yeah, 20 Minutes, Narrative

Dir: Charlie Anderson, 2010

Joey lives for the moment, but drifting on the ocean breeze in a society that moves with the stronger current has its consequences. Gradually striped of his mobility, Joey must decide how to set a new course. Anderson shows a mastery of pacing in this study of a young man's life.

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

For years the Boston Cinema Census has been the best way for regional filmmakers to connect with a local audience! Throughout its history the BCC has proven a key launching pad for New England region productions. Past BCC films have gone on to have very strong festival runs, moving next to festivals such as the New York Film Festival, SXSW and the Tribeca Film Festival. Directors of all selected works are invited (and encouraged) to attend the event and be part of a Q & A session with the audience.

Questions? Email us.

Partners:
Brattle Theatre

Presented by:
Central Productions