The 10th outing of the Annual Immigration Film Fest will be held through October 20-22. If you can’t make it to the theaters, you can watch some of the films online from the comfort of your home. The festival also features a reception where you can meet the creators, actors and the wonderful people whose stories […]
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See Rings two days early!
There are many, many reasons you might want a break this week. So we have one for you – free passes to see the upcoming movie Rings two days early! The American remake of The Ring came out 15 years ago, back when most people probably had the means to watch a cursed videotape. This […]
Continue readingIn College Park? Learn about the Coen brothers from an AU professor
Most people reading this blog are probably based in and around Tenleytown, but if you’re out in the ‘burbs, you have to a chance to hear an AU literature professor share their knowledge. Professor Erik Dussere (friend of Media Services) will be at the University of Maryland on Friday, November 18th for “Weird American Odysseys: […]
Continue readingCome learn about Boyz n the Hood, “a film that changed America”
The AU Library’s ongoing Books that Shaped America series has highlighted some critical pieces of literature from American history. And now, finally, movies are getting their turn, too! Tomorrow, communication librarian Derrick Jefferson will host a discussion of Boyz n the Hood, John Singleton’s 1991 film about youth life in South Central LA. We’re excited […]
Continue readingSee The Accountant early and for free, with director Q&A!
We have more passes to see movies in advance this week – with a Q&A with the director! This time around, we have passes for a preview screening of The Accountant, the new Ben Affleck-fronted thriller with a title that doesn’t suggest that all. You’d normally have to wait until this hits theaters to see […]
Continue readingSOC’s Media that Matter series kicks off with Thank You for Playing
Every semester, SOC’s Media that Matter film series highlights social issues as captured on the screen, from race issues in America to the ethics of food. It’s a very AU film series in the best way, and often, the screening includes a discussion with the filmmakers. Last semester, the series included a screening of Best […]
Continue readingSee Queen of Katwe for free TOMORROW!
One of the great perks of living in a major city is getting to see movies before they come out. This week, we have free passes to see Queen of Katwe, the upcoming biopic about Ugandan chess player Phiona Mutesi, weeks before it hits theaters! The screening is tomorrow, Monday, September 12th, as 7pm in […]
Continue readingThe Media Services Pop-up Library hits the quad on Wednesday!
Our pop-up library from Spring 2015 with desk attendant Micah Welcome Week is underway! We’re happy to see campus buzzing again after the summer. We also know that there’s a whole lot of new people on campus who haven’t had a chance to explore the library yet. So we’re bringing the library to you! On […]
Continue readingLearn the secrets of directing from Adam Nimoy this Thursday
image via School of Communication website Maybe you’ve had to direct a student film for class. Exciting! But that means you have to direct people, and if you don’t have experience managing a set, you may be awkward to work with your actors without accidentally being a jerk. You need to learn the best way […]
Continue readingAFI Docs begins tonight with a Werner Herzog treat on Friday
AFI Docs has arrived! For one week every summer, the American Film Institute takes over DC, hosting five days of screenings for new documentaries and documentary shorts. AFI Docs attracts top talent from around the world – including, this year, a special event with Werner Herzog and his new film Lo and Behold. Tickets for […]
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