FIRST REFORMED (2017)

This January, our Film Discussion Group is exploring four films from Paul Schrader, in a series titled: PAUL SCHRADER presents THE END OF THE WORLD.

• Moderator: Tommy Meisel

• Meeting Time: 7:00pm 

• Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/aFVVvcG8Tq)

  • Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".

    Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.

• Where to Watch: First Reformed is available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

MISHIMA: A LIFE IN FOUR CHAPTERS (1985)

This January, our Film Discussion Group is exploring four films from Paul Schrader, in a series titled: PAUL SCHRADER presents THE END OF THE WORLD.

• Moderator: Tommy Meisel

• Meeting Time: 7:00pm 

• Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/aFVVvcG8Tq)

  • Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".

    Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.

• Where to Watch: Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters is available to stream on Criterion Channel and is available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Join the Discussion on Discord

(https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

AMERICAN GIGOLO (1980)

This January, our Film Discussion Group is exploring four films from Paul Schrader, in a series titled: PAUL SCHRADER presents THE END OF THE WORLD.

• Moderator: Tommy Meisel

• Meeting Time: 7:00pm 

• Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/aFVVvcG8Tq)

  • Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".

    Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.

• Where to Watch: American Gigolo is available to stream on Paramount+ and is available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

BLUE COLLAR (1978)

This January, our Film Discussion Group is exploring four films from Paul Schrader, in a series titled: PAUL SCHRADER presents THE END OF THE WORLD.

• Moderator: Tommy Meisel

• Meeting Time: 7:00pm 

• Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/aFVVvcG8Tq)

  • Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".

    Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.

• Where to Watch: Blue Collar is available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Join the Discussion on Discord

(https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

Join the Discussion on Discord

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Join the Discussion on Discord

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THE GOODBYE GIRL (1977)

This November, our Film Discussion Group is exploring the film adaptations of Neil Simon!

Neil Simon was an American playwright, screenwriter and author. After getting his start in the early days of television, Simon went on to write more than 30 plays and nearly the same number of movie screenplays, mostly film adaptations of his plays. His style ranged from farce to romantic comedy to more serious dramatic comedy. In 1966, he had four successful productions running on Broadway at the same time and, in 1983, he became the only living playwright to have a New York theatre, the Neil Simon Theatre, named in his honor. He won and was nominated for numerous awards including winning three Tony awards and four Academy Award nominations. His list of notable works includes Brighton Beach Memoirs, Biloxi Blues, Come Blow Your Horn, Barefoot in the Park, The Odd Couple, Lost in Yonkers, and The Goodbye Girl.

• Moderator: Harlie Sullivan

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

  • Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".

    Due to the odd scheduling of this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in January.

• Where to Watch: The Odd Couple is available to stream for free on Tubi and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

What

LOCALS ONLY is a recurring presentation of local short films presented by the Seattle Film Society. Each month, SFS curates an intimate lineup of high-quality films from local independent filmmakers and showcases them for a community of filmmakers and film lovers. Screenings include in-depth Q&A’s with the filmmakers, as well as the opportunity to engage with the broader Seattle filmmaking community. We’re proud to partner with 18th & Union as our screening venue for this event!

This month, we’re turning back the clock to celebrate our One Year Anniversary! Join us as we screen three of our favorite shorts from the past year of Locals Only screenings: Geena Pietromonacos’ hilarious sex comedy Impenetrable, Mikiech Nichols’ Lynchian odyssey Moron, and Britt Harris & Molly Muses’ winding road drama Wrap Me in a Sheet. Each short will be introduced by a member of our Programming team. It will be a night full of joy, friendship, and cinema and we’d love to have you there to celebrate with us!

Where

18th and Union

1406 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98122

When

Wednesday, November 20th / 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Doors open at 7:00pm

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased at 18thandUnion.org

Films

Afters 🍻

After the screenings, SFS and the filmmakers will stay at 18th and Union to talk and have drinks! Around 9:30PM - 10PM we’ll head over to Neighbor Lady Public House (1133 24th Ave Unit Q, Seattle, WA 98122) to hang some more.

Join the Discussion on Discord

(https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

Experience the work of Seattle horror auteur Justin Robert Vinall through three of his short films, followed by a post-screening conversation.

IN FOCUS is a quarterly screening event put on by the Seattle Film Society. This event highlights the work of a local filmmaker/filmmaking team by screening a combination of their films. Screenings will be followed by a conversation between the filmmaker(s) and a moderator about their work and career, as well as a short Q&A. The Seattle Film Society is proud to partner with the Northwest Film Forum for this event.

Our November 2024 showcase will focus on the work of Seattle horror auteur Justin Robert Vinall. We will be screening three of his short films: EMIKO (2018), A PURPLE VISION (2021), and FROM THE DEPTHS (2023). In addition to his directing work, Justin is a member of the DGA and has an extensive background as a Producer, as well as in a variety of high-level production roles on projects like THREE BUSY DEBRAS, EAST OF THE MOUNTAINS, TIM TRAVERS AND THE TIME TRAVEL PARADOX, and much more. Our post-screening conversation will be moderated by filmmaker Matthew Rush.

About the Director

THE ODD COUPLE (1968)

This November, our Film Discussion Group is exploring the film adaptations of Neil Simon!

Neil Simon was an American playwright, screenwriter and author. After getting his start in the early days of television, Simon went on to write more than 30 plays and nearly the same number of movie screenplays, mostly film adaptations of his plays. His style ranged from farce to romantic comedy to more serious dramatic comedy. In 1966, he had four successful productions running on Broadway at the same time and, in 1983, he became the only living playwright to have a New York theatre, the Neil Simon Theatre, named in his honor. He won and was nominated for numerous awards including winning three Tony awards and four Academy Award nominations. His list of notable works includes Brighton Beach Memoirs, Biloxi Blues, Come Blow Your Horn, Barefoot in the Park, The Odd Couple, Lost in Yonkers, and The Goodbye Girl.

• Moderator: Marcus Baker

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

  • Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".

    Due to the odd scheduling of this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in January.

• Where to Watch: The Odd Couple is available to stream for free on Pluto TV and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK (1967)

This November, our Film Discussion Group is exploring the film adaptations of Neil Simon!

Neil Simon was an American playwright, screenwriter and author. After getting his start in the early days of television, Simon went on to write more than 30 plays and nearly the same number of movie screenplays, mostly film adaptations of his plays. His style ranged from farce to romantic comedy to more serious dramatic comedy. In 1966, he had four successful productions running on Broadway at the same time and, in 1983, he became the only living playwright to have a New York theatre, the Neil Simon Theatre, named in his honor. He won and was nominated for numerous awards including winning three Tony awards and four Academy Award nominations. His list of notable works includes Brighton Beach Memoirs, Biloxi Blues, Come Blow Your Horn, Barefoot in the Park, The Odd Couple, Lost in Yonkers, and The Goodbye Girl.

• Moderator: John Perkins

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

  • Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".

    Due to the odd scheduling of this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in January.

• Where to Watch: Barefoot in the Park is available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

What

Locals Only is a theatrical presentation of short films from Seattle-area independent filmmakers. Each month, we curate an intimate lineup of high-quality cinema from a variety of genres to showcase for a community of filmmakers and film lovers. Screenings include in-depth Q&As with filmmakers, as well as the opportunity to engage with a wide cross-section of the Seattle film community.

Where

18th and Union

1406 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98122

When

Wednesday, October 30th / 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Doors open at 7:00pm

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased at 18thandUnion.org

Films

Afters 🍻

After the screenings, SFS and the filmmakers will stay at 18th and Union to talk and have drinks! Around 9:30PM - 10PM we’ll head over to Neighbor Lady Public House (1133 24th Ave Unit Q, Seattle, WA 98122) to hang some more.

Phantom Thread (2017)

This October, our Film Discussion Group is taking a trip to the San Fernando Valley (with a stop-offs in London and Hawaii) for one of modern cinema’s most influential living directors. PAUL THOMAS ANDERSON: DUOS will explore the director’s work through four of his films, each centering on the give and take of two primary characters:

• Moderator: Marcus Baker

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: Seattle Film Institute | 3210 16th Ave W Seattle, WA 98119

• Where to Watch: Phantom Thread is available to stream on Netflix. It's also available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

The Master (2012)

This October, our Film Discussion Group is taking a trip to the San Fernando Valley (with a stop-offs in London and Hawaii) for one of modern cinema’s most influential living directors. PAUL THOMAS ANDERSON: DUOS will explore the director’s work through four of his films, each centering on the give and take of two primary characters:

• Moderator: Marcus Baker

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: Seattle Film Institute | 3210 16th Ave W Seattle, WA 98119

• Where to Watch: The Master is available to stream on Peacock. It's also available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Join the Discussion on Discord

(https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

There Will Be Blood (2007)

This October, our Film Discussion Group is taking a trip to the San Fernando Valley (with a stop-offs in London and Hawaii) for one of modern cinema’s most influential living directors. PAUL THOMAS ANDERSON: DUOS will explore the director’s work through four of his films, each centering on the give and take of two primary characters:

• Moderator: Marcus Baker

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: Seattle Film Institute | 3210 16th Ave W Seattle, WA 98119

• Where to Watch: There Will Be Blood is available to stream on The Criterion Channel and Paramount+. It's also available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Punch-Drunk Love (2002)

This October, our Film Discussion Group is taking a trip to the San Fernando Valley (with a stop-offs in London and Hawaii) for one of modern cinema’s most influential living directors. PAUL THOMAS ANDERSON: DUOS will explore the director’s work through four of his films, each centering on the give and take of two primary characters:

• Moderator: Marcus Baker

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: Seattle Film Institute | 3210 16th Ave W Seattle, WA 98119

• Where to Watch: Punch Drunk Love is available to stream on The Criterion Channel. It's also available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Join the Discussion on Discord

(https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

What

Locals Only is a theatrical presentation of short films from Seattle-area independent filmmakers. Each month, we curate an intimate lineup of high-quality cinema from a variety of genres to showcase for a community of filmmakers and film lovers. Screenings include in-depth Q&As with filmmakers, as well as the opportunity to engage with a wide cross-section of the Seattle film community.

Where

18th and Union

1406 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98122

When

Wednesday, September 25th / 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Doors open at 7:00pm

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased at 18thandUnion.org

Films

Afters 🍻

After the screenings, SFS and the filmmakers will stay at 18th and Union to talk and have drinks! Around 9:30PM - 10PM we’ll head over to Neighbor Lady Public House (1133 24th Ave Unit Q, Seattle, WA 98122) to hang some more.

Bernie (2011)

We're excited to kick off a new series this month on Richard Linklater. Here are the details:

• Moderator: Ben Johnson

• Meeting Time: 6pm 

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Bernie can be streamed on Amazon Prime, Kanopy, Criterion Channel, and Tubi or rented via Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Join the Discussion on Discord

(https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

Boyhood (2014)

We're excited to kick off a new series this month on Richard Linklater. Here are the details:

• Moderator: Patrick Walsh

• Meeting Time: 6pm 

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Boyhood can be streamed on Kanopy, Criterion Channel, and Mubi or rented via Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

As part of SFS’s upcoming Linklater Retrospective for the Film Discussion Group, we are collaborating with The Kubrickers for an outdoor screening!

They will be playing Boyhood (2014) on Friday, September 6th in honor of its 10th anniversary. Notable for being filmed over the course of 12 years, the film tracks the childhood and adolescence of a boy growing up in Texas. Starring Patricia Arquette, Ethan Hawke, Linklater's daughter Lorelei, and Ellar Coltrane as the titular boy.

Anybody is welcome and it will be perfect prep for September 11th’s Film Discussion.

Doors open at 7:00PM

Movie start at 8:15PM

If anyone has questions or needs a ride, please message us in our Discord!

Dazed and Confused (1993)

We're excited to kick off a new series this month on Richard Linklater. Here are the details:

• Moderator: Alexis Thornton

• Meeting Time: 6pm 

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Dazed and Confused can be rented via Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Join the Discussion on Discord

(https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

What

Locals Only is a theatrical presentation of short films from Seattle-area independent filmmakers. Each month, we curate an intimate lineup of high-quality cinema from a variety of genres to showcase for a community of filmmakers and film lovers. Screenings include in-depth Q&As with filmmakers, as well as the opportunity to engage with a wide cross-section of the Seattle film community.

Where

18th and Union

1406 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98122

When

Wednesday, August 28th / 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Doors open at 7:00pm

Tickets

Tickets can be purchased at 18thandUnion.org

Films

Afters 🍻

After the screenings, SFS and the filmmakers will stay at 18th and Union to talk and have drinks! Around 9:30PM - 10PM we’ll head over to Neighbor Lady Public House (1133 24th Ave Unit Q, Seattle, WA 98122) to hang some more.

SCREWBALL (2018)

We're excited to kick off a new series this month doing a couple Documentary One-Offs. Here are the details:

• Moderator: Caity Petterson

• Meeting Time: 6pm 

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Searching for Sugar Man can be streamed for free on Kanopy, or rented via Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.