The OFS Octopus lives at the Historic Capitol Theater in Olympia. 

He believes in you.

 

OFS Octopus video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XY8I26oVZPM

Sunday, March 22- OFS Presents!! Hot Buttered Rum and Everyone Orchestra featuring members of String Cheese Incident! 6:30pm Doors/7:00pm Show- Early Show! $15.00 General Admission/$10.00 OFS Members Advance tickets Available www.buyolympia.com , Rainy Day Records, or at the box office night of show! All Ages with 21+ Beer Garden! Hot Buttered Rum, one of the hardest-working and fastest-rising stars in the musical firmament, often described as a rock band playing bluegrass instruments, the band melds blues, folks, bluegrass, jazz, and rock, and the members’ varying degrees of classical training lead them to invest heavily in group composition. The widespread appeal of HBR’s music stems not only from the band’s musical versatility and prolific songwriting, but also from the magnetic chemistry the group creates onstage together. It is this chemistry that is propelling the band to ever greater success. THE EVERYONE ORCHESTRA is a revolving cast of stellar musicians brought together by drummer/conductor Matt Butler, Michael Kang of String Cheese Incident, Asher Fulero of Surrounded by Ninjas, Dave Brogan from ALO, and the entire Hot Buttered Rum Band. EO’s interactive, improvisational experiences are designed to create space for each performer’s musical personality to shine, engage the audience as participants in the jam and to facilitate a massive celebratory coming together. What makes Everyone Orchestra performances stand out from other musical collaborations is the conducting and audience participation. Butler facilitates the jams using giant cue cards, hand signals and more which direct the musicians and audience alike in flowing, playful and incredibly dynamic co-creations.

I saw the film FUEL earlier tonight at the Capitol Theater. It was good. I recommend it. It's an important film because it clearly shows the very serious problem that we, as a humanity, face in regard to the global economy's addiction to petroleum as a source of energy. But not only that, it also provides a clear analysis of some of the potential solutions to the deeply harmful and horrible aspects of reliance on fossil fuels.

The rumor is, according to the Olympia Film Society person who did the introduction, that the film run has been extended into next week. This is an important film. Please, if you have any interest at all, make an effort to see it.

Here's the trailer:

Olympia Film Society and KAOS Radio 89.3 fm is hosting a FREE Live Screening of Presidential Inaugural-Start your morning watching the Inaugural and head into the future with others in our community! Concessions will be open selling hot coffee made with Batdorf and Bronson beans plus fresh, local donuts! Don't wait until it's history, come watch it live when it happens on the big screen!

@Capitol Theater
206 5th Ave SE - downtown Olympia
Info: 360-754-3635 or www.olympiafilmsociety.org

The Capitol Theater is open! So hop a bus or walk on down.

Tonight's films are:
6:30 - Happy Go Lucky
Young schoolteacher Poppy maintains an irrepressible cheerfulness, even in the face of such challenges as having her bike stolen, that charms everyone around her. But when Poppy hires humorless, road-raging driving instructor Scott, her good nature might have met its match. This film's simple premise belies its detailed examination of characters and relationships. "One of the best films of 2008." Peter Sobczynski, eFilmCritic.com Some of director Leigh's previous films include Vera Drake, Topsy Turvy and Secrets and Lies. www.happygoluckythemovie.com

9:00 - Religulous
Religulous is the extremely irreverent comedian, Bill Maher’s unique take on a documentary about religion. In this funny, pointed analysis of religious belief, Maher travels across the country interviewing a myriad of followers, true believers, and leaders of a number of religious convictions. Christianity, Islam, Catholicism, Judaism, Scientology: all of these and more are put under, Maher’s satirical microscope, and exposed through his derisive viewpoint. We meet a senator who believes in a talking snake, an ex-gay minister, and THE Jesus Christ himself, who is now reincarnated and living in Puerto Rico, plus many, many more. Hilarious and enlightening, and surely infuriating to some, Religulous is pure entertainment that will open up your eyes and make you into a true believer.

OFS Calendar

Shop Local..... Saturday, December 13, 2008 11:00am - 4:00pm Capitol Theater Street: 206 5th Ave. S.E. Free street Parking Free admission

OFS will be closed this week in preparation for the Film Festival next week. Here are previews of some of the movies that will be presented during the film festival:

Steamboat Bill Jr. (Nov. 7th, 7:00pm):

From imdb: "Willie is the effete son of riverboat captain "Steamboat Bill" coming to see his dad after years of separation. Bill tries to turn his son into a man. When his father is arrested, Willie decides to get him out of jail. (Written by Ed Stephan {stephan@cc.wwu.edu})."

Saving Luna (Nov. 8th, 6:00pm):

From imdb: "Saving Luna is a feature-length documentary about Luna, a lone baby killer whale who gets separated from his family in a remote Vancouver Island fjord. When Luna seeks companionship from people, he breaks a fundamental barrier built of mutual fear and ignorance that normally exists between humans and wild beings. This shattering of convention leads to joy, confusion and anger. In a magnificent landscape, different groups of people fight over their wildly differing views of who Luna is, and what we need to do to save him. To natives he's the spirit of a chief. To boaters he's a goofy friend. To conservationists he's a cause. To scientists he's trouble. To officials he's a danger. To the filmmakers, Suzanne Chisholm and Michael Parfit, he's a lone, lovable street kid whale. Eventually, as more and more people advocate Luna's death, Michael and Suzanne become intricately involved in the efforts to protect him. They believe he can be protected if he is simply given the friendship he seeks. But that's not so easy. Finally, as conflict and tragedy stain the waters, Luna becomes a symbol of the world's wildest beauty: wonderful to know, but so hard to save."

The Cake Eaters (Nov. 9th, 7:30pm):

From imdb: "'The Cake Eaters' is a quirky, small town, ensemble drama that explores the lives of two interconnected families coming to terms with love in the face of loss. Living in rural America, The Kimbrough family is a normally odd bunch; Easy, the patriarch and local butcher, is grieving over the recent loss of his wife, Ceci, while hiding a secret ongoing affair for years; Beagle, his youngest son who was left to care for his ailing mother, works in the local high school cafeteria by day but has a burning passion inside that manifests itself through painting street signs; and the eldest son, Guy, has been away from the family for years while pursuing his rock star dream in the big city until the day he learns of his mother's passing and that he's missed the funeral. Upon Guy's return home, relationships between the characters begin to unravel; Beagle's pent up emotions connect with Georgia Kaminski, a terminally ill teenage girl wanting to experience love before it's too late; Easy's long time affair with Marg, Georgia's eccentric grandmother, is finally exposed to the Kimbrough children; and Guy discovers that, in his absence, his high school sweetheart, Stephanie, has moved on and started a family of her own. Through it all, The Kimbroughs and Kaminski's manage to establish a new beginning in the face of their greatest fears. Written by The Buffalo Niagara Film Festival (BNFF), 2008"

Pageant (Nov. 10th, 7:30pm):

From imdb: "The Miss Gay America® Pageant has more talent and drama than the Miss America, Miss USA and Miss Universe Pageants combined. To be crowned Miss Gay America is being honored as the most beautiful and fiercely talented female impersonator in the country. The Pageant is entering into its 34th year of competition, celebrating the creativity and passion behind the art form. Miss Gay America is all about the art of illusion, so the contestants are not allowed to have had any cosmetically altering surgeries below the neck and must be female-hormone free. The movie offers a human face to this little know world of illusion and introduces and follows the lives of five everyday men and their families as they strive for one extraordinary goal. Not only will PAGEANT expose the glamour and fantastic talents of each individual in this world, but also introduce the heart and soul of the movie, which are the men behind it all. Life is all about hoping for and achieving your dreams. PAGEANT is a revealing and touching look at the extraordinary lengths these gentlemen will to go to be crowned Miss Gay America."

The Makioka Sisters (Nov. 11th, 7:15pm):

From imdb: "This sensuously beautiful film chronicles the activities of four sisters who gather in Kyoto every year to view the cherry blossoms. It paints a vivid portrait of the pre-war lifestyle of the wealthy Makioka family from Osaka, and draws a parallel between their activities and the seasonal variations in Japan. (Written by L.H. Wong {as9401k56@ntuvax.ntu.ac.sg})"

Find the OFS Calendar here.

The following two movies will be playing this week at OFS:

My Winnipeg (Oct. 24-30):

From OFS: "Originally commissioned as a documentary for Canada's Documentary Channel, this "docu-fantasia," shot mostly in black and white and narrated by Maddin himself, uses personal memories and civic facts (and fictions) to create an unforgettable tribute to the director's hometown. "Hypnotic and audacious," says Peter Sobczynski of eFilmCritic.com."

Tell No One (Oct. 24-30):

From imdb: "8 years after his wife was brutally murdered shortly after their marriage, huminatarian pediatrician Alex is still an emotional wreck, struggling to move forward. He is still viewed by the police as the prime suspect, new evidence refocusing their attention. All of the sudden, he gets a mysterious email saying, "Tell no one. They're watching.", with a video attached that appears to show his wife still alive, and he is plunged into a waking nightmare from which there seems to be no way out. "

Find the OFS Calendar here.

Now accepting Applications for Local Artisans APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 1, 2008

DUCK THE MALLS
6th Annual Arts and Crafts Sale at the Capitol Theater
Saturday, December 13, 2008, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 1, 2008

What is it?
An awesome local craft fair taking place inside the historic downtown Olympia Capitol Theater. The sale was created to support local and independent artisans and artists in the South Sound and visual art programming at the Olympia Film Society. Duck the Malls gives the community another great opportunity to shop locally, creatively, and alternatively for the holidays and support true craftsmanship!

When is it?
Saturday December 13th at the Capitol Theater from 11 am-4 pm. What are the requirements? To participate in Duck the Malls you must be selling LOCAL and HANDMADE ORIGINAL objects. Those wishing to sell cds, imports, food items, cosmetic products or services need not apply. No store bought or mass- produced items. We want to see what our brilliant local independent artists/crafters are making, not what is being churned out in the supermalls these days.

How much does it cost?
The booth fee will be $30 dollars for Olympia Film Society members and $40 dollars for non-members. Another great reason, besides all the wonderful movies and events, to become an OFS member.

How do I apply?
Simply send us an e-mail at artgallery@olympiafilmsociety.org with the following information…

• A couple JPGS of your work.
• A description of your work and how you make it.
• Your name and business name if you have one.
• Have you participated in previous Duck the Malls sales? If yes, please list years of participation.

The following two movies will be playing this week at OFS:

Mama Mia! (Oct. 12-Oct. 17):

From OFS: "Bride-to-be Sophie has, unbeknownst to her mother, invited three of her mom's exes to her wedding to find out which one is her father. In this screen adaptation of the smash Broadway musical, of course chaos, merriment, and singing and dancing ensue. This film features an all-star cast, Greek isle settings, and catchy ABBA tunes you won't be able to get out of your head."

Battle in Seattle (Oct. 12-Oct. 17):

From imdb: "WTO veterans and "This Is What Democracy Looks Like" fans may grumble, but should give this fictionalized version of the 1999 WTO protests a chance -- no, Townsend wasn't there at the time, and yes, the characters he follows can seem at times more symbolic than real, but as Sean Axmaker says in Green Cine, 'I have to hand it to Townsend for not only showing how the protests caught the city by surprise and capturing the chaos within the loose organization of protesters... but also for getting beyond slogans to explain what the WTO was doing and what the protesters stood for, at least to come extent.'"

Find the OFS Calendar here.