Doors will open at 6:00 pm, and we will begin the screening at 6:30 pm. One of our members will briefly introduce the film and the director, and then we will kick things off.
Our film for the evening is the acclaimed Sorry to Bother You, directed by Boots Riley.
You can find the trailer here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XthLQZWIshQ
Fim Synopsis:
In an alternate version of Oakland, Cassius Green gets a telemarketing job. He finds the commission paid job a dispiriting struggle as a black man selling to predominately white people over the phone. That changes when a veteran advises him to use his “white voice” and its attitude to make himself more appealing to customers. With a bizarrely high-pitched accent, Cassius becomes a success even as his colleagues form a union to improve their miserable jobs. Regardless, Cassius finds himself promoted a “Power Caller” selling the most morally abhorrent but lucrative products and services as his connection to his girlfriend and colleagues fades away. Finally, however, Cassius’ conscience arises anew as he finds himself amid his boss’ bizarre world of condescending bigoted decadence and his sinister plans to create the perfect subservient workforce with Cassius’ help.
In an alternate version of Oakland, Cassius Green gets a telemarketing job. He finds the commission paid job a dispiriting struggle as a black man selling to predominately white people over the phone. That changes when a veteran advises him to use his “white voice” and its attitude to make himself more appealing to customers. With a bizarrely high-pitched accent, Cassius becomes a success even as his colleagues form a union to improve their miserable jobs. Regardless, Cassius finds himself promoted a “Power Caller” selling the most morally abhorrent but lucrative products and services as his connection to his girlfriend and colleagues fades away. Finally, however, Cassius’ conscience arises anew as he finds himself amid his boss’ bizarre world of condescending bigoted decadence and his sinister plans to create the perfect subservient workforce with Cassius’ help.
As per usual, this is a free event for all, and we look forward to hosting this first film night for the Society. There is no need to book, but if you are on Facebook, please indicate on the event page if you are coming. If you happen to arrive early, please, by all means, chill out downstairs at Rogue and Vagabond and tuck into their $2 Taco’s that kick off at 5:00 pm and enjoy a pint or two while you wait. Food and beverages will be available upstairs, but the Taco deal is just a Rogue & Vagabond menu offer.
Also, we would like to thank Bedlam & Squalor once again for allowing us to use their space to host events like this. As patrons, we are very grateful for the Bedlam team’s work, and I would be remiss not to mention that they do welcome tips! Without them, none of this would be possible.
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