Intimate
Documentary on the Wide-Ranging Vision and Unmatched Political Skill of
the Two-Term Governor Who Shaped the Future of Modern California
San Francisco, CA -- California State of Mind: The Legacy of Pat Brown
(USA 2011), an intimate documentary on the life and work of Governor
Edmund G. (Pat) Brown directed and produced by his granddaughters
(Sascha Rice and Hilary Armstrong) plays November 17 at the San Francisco Film Society's new theatrical home, San Francisco Film Society | New People Cinema (1746 Post Street).
Rice and Armstrong are expected to introduce the 7:00 pm screening and answer questions from the audience afterwards.
The
turbulent '60's are brought to life in this intimate documentary on the
life of Governor Edmund G. (Pat) Brown. Indisputably one of its most
transformational politicians, Pat Brown revolutionized California by
bridging political lines to push through some of the state's most
important legislation: affordable higher education for state residents,
the passage of the fair housing act and the creation of the California
Aqueduct. With candid observations from Tom Hayden, Governor Jerry
Brown, Senator Dianne Feinstein and many others, California State of Mind
tells the inspiring story of how one man overcame the odds and shaped
the future of modern California. Photographed by Anne Etheridge.
Showtimes: 2:00, 4:30, 7:00, 9:30 pm
Tickets $9 for SFFS members, $11 general, $10 senior/student/disabled. Box office open online at sffs.org and in person at San Francisco Film Society | New People Cinema. For photos and press materials visit: sffs.org/pressdownloads. At
San Francisco Film Society | New People Cinema, the supremely stylish
state-of-the art theater located in the ultra-contemporary New People
building at 1746 Post Street (Webster/Buchanan) in Japantown, the San
Francisco Film Society offers its acclaimed exhibition, education and
filmmaker services programs and events on a daily year-round basis. For
complete up-to-date information on all SFFS | NPC programming, including
buying tickets, visit sffs.org/cinema.
Upcoming San Francisco Film Society programs October 17 - 21: The Sleeping Beauty
Catherine Breillat takes on another classic fairy tale, bringing her
unique exploration of female sexuality to the story of a young princess
who is the subject of a tug-of-war among witches.
October 21 - 23: NY/SF International Children's Film Festival A celebration of diverse, enlightening, inspiring and entertaining films for kids ages 3-18 and their families.
October 24: Orbit(film) A program of short films dedicated to the awe and absurdity of the solar system and An Injury to One A documentary on the killing of union organizer Frank Little.
October 25: Behind the Story: Under Suspicion
New collaborative series, with Center for Investigative Reporting,
charts the development of a series of stories, interviews, videos and an
animation that CIR produced which raise questions about the price
Americans have paid for increased security since the 9/11 attacks.
October 27 - November 2: French Cinema Now
The weeklong annual Festival brings the most significant new work from
international francophone cinema to discerning Bay Area audiences.
November 3 - 6: Cinema by the Bay
New work produced in or about the San Francisco Bay Area provides a
compelling window into Bay Area film culture and practice at its best.
November 10 - 13: San Francisco International Animation Festival A four-day celebration of the Bay Area's preeminence as a hub for one of the most creative forms in cinema.
November 13 - 20: New Italian Cinema
Fifteenth New Italian Cinema includes work by prominent Italian
directors, a tribute to Daniele Luchetti and eight features by
up-and-coming directors.
San Francisco Film Society
Building
on a legacy of more than 50 years of bringing the best in world cinema
to the Bay Area, the San Francisco Film Society is a national leader in
exhibition, education and filmmaker services.
The Film Society
presents 365 days of exhibition each year, reaching a total audience of
130,000 people. Its acclaimed education program introduces
international, independent and documentary cinema and media literacy to
more than 15,000 teachers and students and presents 120 classes and
workshops annually. Through the filmmaker services program essential
creative and business services, and funding totaling millions of
dollars, are provided to deserving filmmakers of all levels.
The
Film Society seeks to elevate all aspects of film culture, offering a
wide range of activities that engage emotions, inspire action, change
perceptions and advance knowledge. A 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation, it
is largely donor and member supported. Patronage and membership provides
discounted prices, access to grants and residencies, private events and
a wealth of other benefits.
For more information visit sffs.org.
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