Indie Memphis is back! This year marks the 25th anniversary of the film festival we all know and love. Been before and think you’ve seen it all? Think again! Beginning today, October 19, and running until October 24, the team has curated new, cutting edge films and restored camp classics for us all the enjoy. Want a peek at the new additions? Keep reading!
Elegance Bratton’s THE INSPECTION
This year’s Centerpiece Presentation is fresh from its World Premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival and stars favorites like Gabrielle Union. One actor to keep your eyes on? Jeremy Pope. This film is his breakout performance as a Black, gay marine who has been cast out by his mother.
“We are honored to screen Indie Memphis alumnus Elegance Bratton’s unbelievably sensitive, assured film THE INSPECTION as our Centerpiece film. There is something almost classical about the film, reminding me of MOONLIGHT, BEAU TRAVAIL, and even more so of Hollywood classic melodramas.” – Indie Memphis
Even More Films!
The amazing films don’t stop there, there’s also Indie Memphis Black Creators Forum guest Alice Diop’s debut narrative film SAINT OMER, Serge Bozon’s offbeat romantic musical DON JUAN starring Tahar Rahim and Virginie Efira, which screened at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, as well as acclaimed filmmaker Stephen Frears’ THE LOST KING, starring Sally Hawkins and Steve Coogan.
A Host of Documentaries
Don’t worry, documentary fanatics. There’s also films for you! Check out THE ART OF EATING: THE LIFE AND APPETITES OF M. F. K. FISHER, which chronicles the life of renowned food writer M. F. K. Fisher, and Sacha Jenkins’ LOUIS ARMSTRONG’S BLACK & BLUES. Both films continue the strong tradition of films about music and food at the Memphis festival.
There is also the addition of a beautiful restoration print of Billy Wilder’s GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES, introduced by HAPPY HOUR author Marlowe Granados, in the Revivals section.
Connecting with the Community
The festival isn’t just about the amazing lineup of films, there are also ways to get connected with the local film community and beyond. From the Black Creators Forum, Shoot and Splice, IndieTalks panels and more, there are plenty of programs to check out. Want more info? Click here!
For more information on tickets, showings, and more, visit http://indiememphis.com/.
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