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By Roger Costa
It has been a tremendously enthusiastic season for Rooftop Films, the organization dedicated to alternative film screenings on rooftops and outdoor venues around New York City. Rooftop Films is celebrating 20 years with a prestigious line-up of the most anticipated independent films of the year, some coming straight out of award-buzz from Sundance and other Festivals. Last Friday, Chad Hartigan’s “Morris From America” premiered to NY Audiences, as the feature presentation of the night.
Funny, heart-warming and very perceptive, the coming-of-age story of a boy who dreams of being a rapper, among other teen desires, is poised to crowd-please audiences (and the award season) as it will be released on August 19th. The event was held at the elegant and cozy buildings of Industry City with a pre-party sponsored by Stella Artois. As part of the program, the artist/singer TK The Architect performed live songs of his latest album “Blue Season” before the film rolled at sunset. Rooftop Films is one of New York’s essential summer activities, and for 20 years has been offering New Yorkers and movie lovers in the area the unique experience of watching anticipated films in a fresh, original and different atmosphere. Among the next highlights in the schedule are: the premiere of “White Girl” at The Bushwick Generator in Brooklyn, with the participation of director Elizabeth Wood, on Thursday, August 11th and the much-awaited presentation of Best Actor SXSW winner “Hunter Gatherer” with director Josh Locy and award-winning star Andre Royo (“The Wire”, “Empire”) in attendance on Friday, August 12th at Industry City in Brooklyn. Both events start around 8pm with Live Music, followed by film screening, conversation with stars and after-party with free beers by Stella Artois. All included with the admission of $15. Get more information at www.Rooftopfilms.com.
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