Michael E. Banfield
denver, co
- Gender: Male
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- Member since: 2007-01-22 00:00:00
- Last log-in: 2007-11-10 00:00:00
- Events: 15
Events:
Film Screening: Freeway
Where: Fool's Foundation
Date: 2007-05-04 19:00:00
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Friday, May 4, 2007. 7:00 PM. Location: Fools Foundation – 1025 19th St, Sacramento. Off of K St between 19th & 20th next to the back end of Old Spaghetti Factory. Admission: $5.00. This 1996 low-budget black comedy indie from Executive Producer Oliver Stone features Reese Witherspoon as the nearly illiterate Vanessa who flees her crack-addicted prostitute mother (Amanda Plummer) and abusive stepfather (Michael T. Weiss) in search of her grandmother. Yep, it’s Little Red Riding Hood all over again, but this time around, the Wolf is a lot worse. When Vanessa’s car breaks down, she’s picked up by youth counselor Bob Wolverton (Keifer Sutherland) who turns out to be the serial killer known as the I-5 Murderer. Vanessa violently turns the tables on him and continues on her way to grandma’s house (or rather, trailer park). A side trip into the criminal justice system ensues along the way and finally culminates in a violent climax. Simultaneously funny, chilling and at times disturbing, Freeway is an odd and unique presentation of our culture of violence. While not really gory, this is also not necessarily for the weak of stomach. Also with Brooke Shields, Brittany Murphy and Dan Hedaya. Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the 1996 Sundance Film Festival. ``Freeway'' illuminates our secret appetites. Like all good satire, it starts where the others end. And its actors wisely never ever act as if they're in on the joke. Like it or hate it (or both), you have to admire its skill - Roger Ebert ”Freeway” is rude in the way the truth is rude - only funnier. The movie seduces with its humor, all the while presenting a realized vision of a harsh, absurd world. Has wit and complexity. -- San Francisco Chronicle With one foot in the grind house and one in the art house, the smarts in "Freeway" are more than equal to its visceral kick. The most impressive debut film I've seen all year. -- Salon.com Digital projection on to a big screen. Seating is on folding chairs – feel free to bring a pillow or cushion. You can always check http://www.shiny-object.com/screenings/
Alejandro Fernandez
Where: Arco Arena
Date: 2007-08-31 20:00:00
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Alejandro Fernandez is the talented and dapper son of arguably Mexico's biggest star, El Numero Uno, Vincente Fernandez.
Mic Gillette Jon Smith Project
Where: Marilyn's
Date: 2007-04-21 21:30:00
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(formerly of Tower of Power) $15 puchase tickets @ www.marilynsonk.com
Sacramento Web Professionals Meetup
Where: Temple Fine Coffee and Tea
Date: 2007-08-22 19:00:00
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Network with other Sacramento area web developers/designers and discuss general web design topics (NEW VENUE!) See the "official" page and RSVP here: http://eventful.com/events/E0-001-005340368-2
Celebrate Recovery
Where: Peace Lutheran Ministries
Date: 2007-09-05 19:00:00
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Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-based 12 Step program that meets in the main sanctuary every Tuesday at 6;30 p.m. and Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. If you, or someone you know, is stuck in bad habits or is hurting emotionally, please join us. All are welcomed to this safe place of restoration and growth.You are always welcomed at CR. Should you have questions about Celebrate Recovery, Please contact Linda Ames at 916-524-4377.
Kings for the Community
Where: Peace Lutheran Ministries
Date: 2007-04-13 19:00:00
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Our next Kings for the Community event is our last one of the season it is April the 13 door open at 7:00pm. We hope to see you there.
Sacramento Web Professionals Meetup
Where: Baker's Square
Date: 2007-06-19 19:30:00
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Get to know and network with other Sacramento area web professionals
Film Screening: Your Mommy Kills Animals
Where: Fool's Foundation
Date: 2007-05-11 19:00:00
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May 11 Your Mommy Kills Animals Sacramento Premiere Friday, May 11, 2007. 7:00 PM. Location: Fools Foundation – 1025 19th St, Sacramento. Off of K St between 19th & 20th next to the back end of Old Spaghetti Factory. Admission: $5.00. We are extremely excited to bring an advance look at this new doc from Academy Award winner Curt Johnson to Sacramento. Currently planned for a theatrical release later this year, Curt wanted to premiere it here with us, and that’s just fantastic as far as we’re concerned!! About the movie: Johnson set out to provide a neutral portrait of the current state of the animal rights movement, inspired by the US government naming animal rights activists as the #1 domestic terrorist threat to America. It provides a look at the history of animal rights activism, animal rights vs. animal welfare, the hypocrisy involved on all sides, and an examination of the Stop Huntington Animal Cruelty (SHAC) criminal terrorist trial. Underlying all of this is the issue of whether free speech is destined to be a casualty. Features appearances by Jessica Biel, Katherine Heigl, Betty White, Bo Derek, Margot Kidder, Tippi Hedron, Drew Carey, Moby, Gloria Estefan, P.J. O’Rourke, the Barbi Twins, James Cromwell and many, many more! Your Mommy Kills Animals is one of my top 5 favorite films in the past decade. If you care about your freedoms, run don't walk, to see this film. -- Larry Flynt An easy Oscar contender. This is what documentary filmmaking is all about. -- Stan Lee (yes, THAT Stan Lee) The bravest American film I've ever seen in my life. --Cinephile Magazine A great no-holds-barred film. --Ain't It Cool News A brilliant documentary --Portland Weekly A smart piece of investigative journalism. --Portland Mercury Digital projection on to a big screen. Seating is on folding chairs – feel free to bring a pillow or cushion. You can always check http://www.shiny-object.com/screenings/
Dan Kurzman: A Special Mission
Where: Jewish Community Center Denver
Date: 2007-12-05 19:00:00
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Dan Kurzman, a distinguished Washington Post correspondent, was the first journalist to interview SS General Karl Wolff after Wolff's release from prison. 'A Special Mission' is the full story behind Wolff's bizarre orders from Hitler: to apprehend, and possibly murder, the pontiff. Instead, he did a deal: Pius retained his throne and his life, in exchange for his silence as Italy's Jews were deported.
The Rippingtons
Where: The Soiled Dove
Date: 2008-06-05 20:00:00
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Led by Russ Freeman, The Rippingtons' jazz stylings, combined with a knack for pop melodies, has made the group one of the most popular purveyors of contemporary jazz.