NewFest kicked off last night with the premiere of Duncan Roy's "The Picture of Dorian Gray", based on the Oscar Wilde novel. We were too busy getting fucked in the ass by this 6foot4 top from Harlem to go to the screening, but we did make it to the after party, at Element (Houston and Essex, on the Lower East Side).
It was open bar, so one can't complain. The crowd was a mix of hot white 20somethings (who probably had nothing to do with any film), Williamsburg hipsters (who probably had nothing to do with any film, but think they had), gorgeous fag hags (whose fags might have had something to do with a film) and gray-haired gentlemen with mustaches, who must have been the filmmakers.
The great thing about Element is the star treatment they give the DJ booth, hanging from the middle of the room on the mezzanine, like a religious altar club-goers gather to praise, chant and dance to.
We did talk to some random girl since our trick thought she had also gone to UPenn because of a bag she had on. Turns out she doesn't even know what UPenn is and the only reason she is at the NewFest party is because she's fucking the DJ or something. Good for her.
Our film, "The Parricide Sessions", shows next Monday, June 4th at 10:15 p.m., click here for info and tickets.
This is what you must see at this year's gay film festival:
The Parricide Sessions: In his daring documentary feature debut, filmmaker Diego Costa tries to convince his father to participate in a series of role-playing exercises in which his father would portray Diego's ex-boyfriends. Not surprisingly, dad’s a bit uncomfortable with the idea. Integrating a wealth of home-video footage, The Parricide Sessions examines the dynamics between a gay son and his father, and the complex underpinnings of gay men’s longing for a father figure.
Monday, June 4th 10:15pm AMC Loews 34th St Theater 13
Harsh Beauty: Explore the secretive world of India’s hijras, eunuchs who are considered to be a third gender, neither male nor female - many willingly choosing castration.
Sunday, June 10th 6:00pm AMC Loews 34th St Theater 6
On The Downlow: In recent years, there has been much discussion and debate about the phenomenon of African-American men “on the downlow,” or seemingly heterosexual men who sleep with other men in private. Abigail Child’s documentary focuses on four such men in Cleveland, revealing the complex web of racial, societal, and familial forces that inform their behavior and identity.
Wednesday, June 6th 5:45pm AMC Loews 34th St Theater 13
The Birthday: Iran’s surprisingly liberal policies regarding transsexuality are explored in this illuminating documentary profiling MTFs and one FTM in the Islamic society. Because the Koran doesn’t say anything about transsexuality, unlike homosexuality, it is not forbidden – Ayatollah Khomeini himself granted religious permission for surgeries.
Friday, June 8th 6:00pm AMC Loews 34th St Theater 6
Blueprint: Kirk Shannon-Butts' Blueprint eschews traditional narrative for a fresh and intriguing approach to storytelling marked by a special attention to place and mood. Two attractive young African-American college students are drawn to one another despite essentially opposite personalities. Reserved Keith’s time in New York City is nearing its end, but when free-spirit Nathan suddenly appears, he finds himself slowly opening up to new possibilities.
Sat, Jun 2 1:00pm AMC Loews 34th St Theater 9
Bears: Bears have long been part of the gay community – finally, with Marc Klasfeld’s years-in-the-making documentary, there’s an enjoyable and engaging film offering an in-depth look at the subculture. Join Mr NY Bear and 15 other contestants from around the world as they compete for the title of Mr International Bear and the chance to represent the bear community worldwide.
Mon, Jun 4 3:30pm AMC Loews 34th St Theater 13
For tickets and info on the entire roster of films go to www.NewFest.org
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