What: “Operation Filmmaker” screening and discussion
Where: The Hirshhorn’s Ring Auditorium (get directions)
When: Tonight, 8pm
Film Description:
“While preparing to direct Everything is Illuminated in the Czech Republic, Liev Schreiber saw an MTV documentary that followed an aspiring film student through the streets of Baghdad. Schreiber invited the student to intern during their location shoot, and Nina Davenport filmed his experience. Her portrait offers insights into the contrast between Western and Middle Eastern worldviews, a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Hollywood filmmaking, and a deeply personal saga. Davenport introduces the film..”
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Ok, lame to comment on my own post, I know, but I just had to say: I’ve been staring the picture of the intern b/c he reminded me of someone, and I finally figured out – it’s Michael Imperioli, or Christafuh for you Sopranos fans. Phew.