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January 27, 2010
Procession
Here's the trailer for Procession, a gem of a short film written and directed by Beth Spitalny. This is a tenderly rendered portrait of love, loss and grief. The film relies on wonderfully observed details and a classic, restrained style. There are no explosions, no special effects, no sex or nudity. Ms. Spitany is a young woman, but she directs like a veteran.
Full disclosure. I served as creative and religious consultant.
Procession is the touching story of Shayna, beautifully played by Lisa Strauss—her face is so filled with conflicting emotions that she hardly needs words to convey the depths of her pain—an orthodox girl who is unable to properly grieve when her (secret) boyfriend suddenly passes away.
Procession was invited to be part of a Fun Film Series called Cinema Speakeasy. There's a screening followed by a Q & A discussion and will take place Feb. 2nd in Echo park at 7:45pm. For more info go to: Cinema Speakeasy.
The film was also accepted by the Los Angeles Women's International Film Festival. Festival Dates are March 26 - April 1st 2010 at the Laemmles Sunset 5 in Hollywood CA. Here's their website. It is is still being updated with 2010 festival details.
For more information go to Procession. Highly recommended.
Posted by Robert J. Avrech at January 27, 2010 08:19 AM
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"My sister's not insane - she's in love!"
There's a difference?
Posted by: Bill Brandt at January 27, 2010 11:09 AM
Will suggest it as a possile film for the 2011 AJFF here in Atlanta, which is a terrific little film festival.
Posted by: Alice at January 27, 2010 01:27 PM
"My sister's not insane - she's in love!"
That's a killer line! Yes Bill, there is a difference.
Posted by: Earl at January 28, 2010 04:04 AM