01/05/2022 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/05/2022 13:49
Film fans can see new episodes of a popular program showcasing Iowa filmmaking during a watch party in Iowa City this month before the episodes air on statewide Iowa PBS later this winter.
Now in its sixth season, "The Film Lounge" is an annual showcase of short films created by Iowa filmmakers. Through a compilation of shorts and interviews, each episode celebrates the work of Iowa filmmakers, acquaints viewers with the region's vibrant film communities and explores the art of filmmaking.
"The Film Lounge" is produced by Iowa PBS in partnership with the Iowa Arts Council and Produce Iowa, both divisions of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs, whose experts curate each year's entries based on their technical and artistic merit.
The Film Lounge Watch Party, Jan. 29
An in-person watch party will be held at 12:30 p.m. Jan. 29 at FilmScene at The Chauncey, 404 E. College St. in Iowa City. The event will include screenings of both one-hour episodes from the new season, featuring a mix of 2- to 20-minute films in a variety of artistic forms. A reception with the filmmakers will follow.
Television broadcasts, Jan. 31 and Feb. 7
The new season of "The Film Lounge" will make its television premiere on Iowa PBS at 9 p.m. Monday, Jan. 31, followed by the second episode at 9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 7. Each episode will also stream at the same times on Facebook, where viewers can interact with contributing filmmakers and other film fans using the hashtag #TheFilmLounge.
Here's the lineup for the two new episodes:
Jan. 31, Episode 601
Feb. 7, Episode 602
For more information about "The Film Lounge," including guidelines to submit films for the following season, please visit the thefilmlounge.org.
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