{"id":117433,"date":"2023-04-09T17:46:15","date_gmt":"2023-04-09T21:46:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=117433"},"modified":"2023-04-09T17:46:15","modified_gmt":"2023-04-09T21:46:15","slug":"the-steven-soderbergh-produced-divinity-set-to-thrill-audiences-at-jim-thorpe-independent-film-festival-along-with-spotlight-on-indigenous","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=117433","title":{"rendered":"The Steven Soderbergh Produced DIVINITY Set to Thrill Audiences at Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival Along with Spotlight on Indigenous"},"content":{"rendered":"

Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival (JTIFF) has announced the highly anticipated opening night feature,\u00a0DIVINITY<\/strong>, set for its PA premiere Thursday, April 20th, at the Mauch Chunk Opera House. Executive produced by Hollywood icon Steven Soderbergh and directed by the visionary Eddie Alcazar, this retro sci-fi masterpiece boasts an all-star cast including Scott Bakula, Stephen Dorff, Bella Thorne, and the controversial Emily Willis.<\/p>\n

JTIFF is also thrilled to present rising stars of the indie music scene, funk & psych band LADY HD, to kick off the event along with the stunning imagery of video artist Nico Dominguez, brought to you by\u00a0GREAT CIRCLES<\/strong>\u00a0music collective out of Philadelphia.<\/p>\n

One of JTIFF\u2019s most anticipated films is\u00a0THE ANGRY BLACK GIRL AND HER MONSTER<\/strong>, a fresh modern twist on the classic Frankenstein story, written & directed by the talented Bomani J. Story, fresh from his World Premiere at SXSW last month.\u00a0 Story will be flying in from LA especially for this PA Premiere, offering a unique opportunity for the audience to engage with one of Hollywood\u2019s rising young stars.<\/p>\n

JTIFF is also proud to present this year\u2019s Sundance hit,\u00a0BIRTH\/REBIRTH<\/strong>, directed by the talented Laura Moss. The movie offers yet another fascinating take on Mary Shelley\u2019s horror classic, providing a compelling and unsettling experience that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats. This PA Premiere will screen Friday, 4\/21 at 7:00 pm, followed by the\u00a0FILMMAKERS\u2019 GALA<\/strong>\u00a0at the Mauch Chunk Ballroom at 9:00 pm.<\/p>\n

And on Saturday, 4\/22 at 1:30 pm, Jim Thorpe will be invaded by\u00a0HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS<\/strong>, the outrageous slapstick Winter adventure from the Midwestern maniacs who won Best Comedy for\u00a0LAKE MICHIGAN MONSTER\u00a0<\/strong>at JTIFF 2020. The filmmakers will return to Jim Thorpe to present their film and pass out cold cans of Old Milwaukee to our thirsty audience.<\/p>\n

JTIFF is also excited to screen\u00a0KEEPERS OF THE WAY<\/strong>, a documentary exploring the history and culture of the\u00a0LENAPE NATION<\/strong>, the original indigenous tribe of this region. After the 5:00pm screening on Sunday, April 23, attendees will have the chance to discuss the film with director Evan Cohen, Producer Elijah Lee Reeder, as well as the esteemed LENAPE NATION elders.\u00a0 Any member of the LENAPE NATION with proof of membership will be admitted to the screening for free.<\/p>\n

But the excitement doesn’t end there. JTIFF will also host the glamorous\u00a0FILMMAKERS\u2019 GALA,<\/strong>\u00a0on Friday, April 21, at the Mauch Chunk Ballroom, featuring a cash bar, passed hors d\u2019oeuvres, and mind-bending visuals by video artist Nico Dominguez, along with Philadelphia\u2019s own\u00a0DJ MERLOT<\/strong>\u00a0who\u2019ll be dropping her signature dance beats into the wee hours. Proper attire is required.<\/p>\n

JTIFF promises to be four days of Live music, glamorous parties, and 87 first-run films from around the world. \u00a0 Don’t miss out on this incredible event!<\/p>\n

2023 PRESS KIT JIM THORPE INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL<\/a>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Thursday, April 20 – Opening Night Red Carpet. Doors Open @ 7:00 pm Mauch Chunk Opera House<\/p>\n

Friday, April 21, screenings begin at 11:00 AM\u00a0 \/ FILMMAKERS\u2019 GALA at the Mauch Chunk Ballroom<\/p>\n

Saturday, April 22- 11:00 am student film blocks begin, culminating in our notorious midnight (NSFW) GRINDHOUSE program<\/p>\n

Sunday, April 23 – Local Heroes Film Block 11:00 AM\u00a0 – Keepers of the Way Screening TIME, Press Opportunity time Awards Ceremony \u2013 8:30 pm @ Mauch Chunk Opera House. \/ Festival Wrap Party @ 9:30 pm (Location TBD)<\/p>\n

For Tickets and Info, go to:\u00a0\u00a0Jimthorpeindiefilmfest.com<\/a>
\nThe 6th Annual Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival \u2013 April 20-23, 2023
\nMauch Chunk Opera House 14 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
\nMauch Chunk Ballroom 41 W. Broadway, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229<\/p>\n

Information provided to TVL by:
\nMauch Chunk Events<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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