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October 1, 2007 – The 3rd annual EVIL CITY FILM FEST (ECFF) kicks off in New York, October 3, 2007 – October 8, 2007. Born and bred in New York's artistically eclectic East Village, ECFF's mission is to bring filmmakers, artists, musicians and the community together by presenting the best new and truly independent films from around the world at reasonable ticket prices. "This year’s program is unrivaled by anything cinematic you can see at other New York festivals. We’re excited to bring out the greatest in independent film this year," says ECFF Founder, Jim Muscarella. Said to "restore some of the neighborhood's original edgy spirit," by The Village Voice, the ECFF kicks off its unique and intriguing festival with an opening night that differs from other festivals.
This season's opening night will showcase not one, but three NYC premiere Films: the powerful narritive,"Sarbane's Oxley", by Ramcess Jean-Louis, the compelling documentary "Cowboy Stan", by Sam Bassett, and the debaucherous documentary about the Japanese punk scene, "Rock n Tokyo", by Pamela Valente. Over 100 films will be screened at the Anthology Film Archives (32 2nd Ave) and the historic Millennium Theater (66 East 4th St.). The Blender Theater (127 E. 23 rd St.) will host the ECFF Closing Night Awards.
This year's fest is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the cult film “Smithereens,” directed by Susan Seidelman. Seidelman is best known for her hugely successful film, “Desperately Seeking Susan.” "Smithereens" gives the viewer classic and nostalgic shots of the East Village during this creatively punk-filled time period. The film also stars Susan Berman, legendary post-punk musician, Richard Hell, from the seminal NYC bands Television and The Voivoids, and features an appearance by a very young Chris Noth.
Another highlight is the screening of director Karen Gehres' “Begging Naked,” a documentary surrounding a phenomenal artist, Elise Hill, who in 1976 ran away from an abusive home in New Jersey only to end up in Needle Park, the former nickname of the old Union Square Park. Elise turned to a life of prostitution and drugs before cleaning up with the help of rehab and finding salvation through art. ECFF will host an after-party at NYC's Niagara (Ave. A & 7th St.), where Elise Hill's collection will be displayed for the very first time ever.
For more information on the EVIL CITY FILM FESTIVAL, please refer to the website, www.evilcityfilmfest.com.
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