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Join us for new series of film experiences where local luminaries will present a movie of their choice and give an extended introduction about how it has made an impact on them.
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Talking Pictures: Eric Barone presents The Straight Story
USA | 1999 | 112 min. | David Lynch
April 12, 2025
Join SIFF for Talking Pictures, a new series of film experiences where local luminaries present a movie of their choice at SIFF Cinemas and share with audiences how it has impacted them. On April 12, Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone, creator of Stardew Valley, will lead an extended introduction for David Lynch’s The Straight Story (1999) along with SIFF Artistic Director Beth Barrett.
Talking Pictures: J. Kenji López-Alt presents Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
USA | 1971 | 100 min. | Mel Stuart
February 10, 2025
Join SIFF for Talking Pictures, a new series of film experiences where local luminaries present a movie of their choice at SIFF Cinemas and share with audiences how it has impacted them.
Talking Pictures: Ben Gibbard Presents Drifting Clouds
Finland | 1996 | 97 min. | Aki Kaurismäki
March 14, 2024
The chilly landscapes of Helsinki are warmed by the gentle humanism and wry humor of Aki Kaurismäki in this deadpan tale of everyday survival. As part of our new Talking Pictures series, SIFF Board Member and luminary Seattle musician Ben Gibbard (Death Cab for Cutie, The Postal Service) will give an extended introduction about what the film means to him.