QC Film Blog

"Templeton Rye" Doc to Screen in DeWitt

Opera House Theater in De Witt, Iowa

Sunday, July 15 at 2:00 pm

Q&A following the film.

http://www.facebook.com/templetonryedoc

Director to Appear with "Against All the Odds" Film at the Figge

Against All the Odds (2009)

Documentary - 80 minutes

In the works for over four years, the award-winning Against All The Odds recounts the sometimes gruesome historical events that led to the birth of America's only 'All Black City', as well as taking an insider's look at the important grassroots community efforts that hold this unique city together today. It showcases many of the courageous citizens who work non-stop, in the worst of circumstances, to make their city a better place to live, despite the hopelessness that the outside world sees.

A discussion with director Sandra Pfeifer will follow the screening.

$10.00

6:00 pm - Saturday, October 22, 2011

Figge Art Museum
225 West 2nd Street
Davenport, Iowa

http://www.againstalltheodds.com/home.php

Final QC Area Showings of "Country School: One Room - One Nation"

Kelly and Tammy Rundle's award-winning Country School: One Room - One Nation will screen two final times on September 24 and 25, 2011 in the Quad Cities area.  A Q & A and discussion with the filmmakers follows each show.  A lobby display of one-room school artifacts is also featured at each show.

Out of Many, One -- From immigration issues in early schools to the controversial demise of their widespread use in the 1950s and 1960s, Country School combines visually stunning images of a myriad of restored and decaying buildings--including one designed by Frank Lloyd Wright--with surprising, humorous and heartwarming stories from former teachers and students. More than just nostalgia, Country School also delves into the dark side of the one-room school experience and dispels the myths behind the revered institution that helped bind a young nation together. Powerful on-camera commentary from a who's who of one-room school historians and writers provides insight into lessons learned from the school days and school ways of yesteryear. Multilingual classrooms, guns in school, and the pain of consolidation and closure remind us that the dramatic one-room school story continues to provide insight today (72 minutes).

Read a review and production profile: http://www.rcreader.com/movies/one-room-wonders-country-school/

Buy it on DVD here: http://countryschoolmovie.com/

Or, stop in before or after the shows to purchase a DVD.

Moline Public Library
3210 41st Street
2:30 pm - Saturday, September 24
FREE

German American Heritage Center
712 W. Second Street
Davenport
2:00 pm
Museum members: FREE
General admission: $5.00

See you there!

"In a Dream" is for Real at the Figge

In a Dream

Directed by Jeremiah Zagar

2008 | 80 min. | Documentary

6:30 pm Thursday, June 2, 2011

$5 members and non-members (additionally non-members pay $3 reduced museum admission) (fees will be collected in the auditorium)

How does art survive in a time of oppression? In the vibrant, bohemian neighborhood of South Philadelphia, 50,000-square feet of concrete are covered with tile and mirrors-mosaics that were created by Isaiah Zagar, an eccentric, tormented artist. The murals chronicle his love for his wife, Julia, and subtly hint at the darker corners of an extraordinary imagination.

Isaiah is an obsessive and narcissistic former Peace Corps volunteer who has become an icon in South Philly's art community.

Julia is gracious and warm. For decades, their opposing natures complemented one another perfectly. But suddenly the family is torn apart at the seams: A few hours before picking up his oldest son from a rehabilitation center, Isaiah declares to the camera, "As people get older they have less and less passion." He then confesses to an affair with his assistant, is kicked out of the house, and spirals into a debilitating, suicidal depression.
 
A fascinating portrait of love and betrayal, family bonds, and the intimacy of dysfunction. Shot on 35mm, Hi Def, digital video; with 8mm and 16mm home movie footage. The soundtrack features music by the Books, Explosions in the Sky, Efterklang, and Kelli Scarr. (FiggeArt.org)

More information: http://figgeart.org/Figge-Art-Museum-(1)/April-2011/FIRST-THURSDAYS-FILM-•-7-pm.aspx

http://www.inadreammovie.com/

 

"We Believe" Strains Credulity at Twenty Sports Grill & Nightclub!

We Believe

Directed by John Scheinfeld (The U.S. vs John Lennon)

Narrated by Gary Sinise

A documentary on the love affair between the city of Chicago and its baseball team, the Cubs. (IMDb.com)

Monday, May 2, 2011 - 7:00 pm - FREE

Twenty Sports Grill & Nightclub
1405 5th Avenue
Moline, Illinois

More information: 309.558.4017

On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Twenty-Sports-Grille-and-Nightclub/43779153281

Attend "Country School" at the DeWitt Operahouse Theater on Sunday

Country School: One Room - One Nation

72 minutes - 2010 - documentary feature film

Directed by Kelly Rundle
Produced by Tammy Rundle

DeWitt Operahouse Theater
712 6th Avenue
DeWitt, Iowa

Sunday, April 17, 2011 - 2:00 pm - Discussion and Q & A with filmmakers.

$5.oo (advance tickets available at the theater...theater takes cash only)

"Out of Many, One."

 

From immigration issues in early schools to the controversial demise of their widespread use in the 1950s and 1960s, “Country School” combines visually stunning images of a myriad of restored and decaying buildings--including one designed by Frank Lloyd Wright--with surprising, humorous and heartwarming stories from former teachers and students.  More than just nostalgia, “Country School” also delves into the dark side of the one-room school experience and dispels the myths behind the revered institution that helped bind a young nation together.

 

Powerful on-camera commentary from a who’s who of one-room school historians and writers provides insight into lessons learned from the school days and school ways of yesteryear.

 

Multilingual classrooms, guns in school, and the pain of consolidation and closure remind us that the dramatic one-room school story continues to provide insight today."

 

Film review: "Filmmakers produce another gem in 'Country School" http://qctimes.com/entertainment/movies/article_14e4214a-48df-11e0-bf9f-001cc4c03286.html

Phone: 563-659-8213

Online: http://operahouse.intuitwebsites.com/map.html

"Country School: One Room - One Nation" Featured at Cedar Rapids Film Festival Tonight and Saturday!

Country School: One Room - One Nation

72 minutes - 2010 - documentary feature

Directed by Kelly Rundle and Produced by Tammy Rundle

"Out of Many, One.

 

From immigration issues in early schools to the controversial demise of their widespread use in the 1950s and 1960s, “Country School” combines visually stunning images of a myriad of restored and decaying buildings--including one designed by Frank Lloyd Wright--with surprising, humorous and heartwarming stories from former teachers and students.  More than just nostalgia, “Country School” also delves into the dark side of the one-room school experience and dispels the myths behind the revered institution that helped bind a young nation together.

 

Powerful on-camera commentary from a who’s who of one-room school historians and writers provides insight into lessons learned from the school days and school ways of yesteryear.

 

Multilingual classrooms, guns in school, and the pain of consolidation and closure remind us that the dramatic one-room school story continues to provide insight today."

 

Film review: "Filmmakers produce another gem in 'Country School" http://qctimes.com/entertainment/movies/article_14e4214a-48df-11e0-bf9f-001cc4c03286.html

Friday, April 1, 2011 - 9:00 pm

Saturday, April 2, 2011 - 11:20 pm

Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival

Collins Road Theatres
1462 Twixt Town Road
Marion, Iowa

Individual program tickets: $8

Festival pass: $25

Online: http://www.crifm.org/festival.html, http://www.collinsroadtheatres.com/, http://www.CountrySchoolMovie.com/ 

Phone: 319.377.4555

"Country School: One Room - One Nation" Film Event at Nighswander!

 

"Country School: One Room - One Nation"

A new documentary feature film by Kelly & Tammy Rundle.

Color | 72 minutes | NOT RATED* | 2010
*Suitable for family viewing.

March 6, 2011 - 2:00 PM

Live music by Just 4 Fun Old Time Music begins at 1:30 pm.

$5.00 per person - SOLD OUT!

Nighswander Theater (Junior Theatre)
2822 Eastern Avenue
Davenport, Iowa
563.326.7862

"Inside Job" Documentary Examines Global Financial Collapse

Inside Job

108 min | PG-13 | Documentary

A comprehensive analysis of the global financial crisis of 2008, which at a cost over $20 trillion, caused millions of people to lose their jobs and homes in the worst recession since the Great Depression, and nearly resulted in a global financial collapse. Through exhaustive research and extensive interviews with key financial insiders, politicians, journalists, and academics, the film traces the rise of a rogue industry which has corrupted politics, regulation, and academia. It was made on location in the United States, Iceland, England, France, Singapore, and China. (IMDb.com)

http://www.sonyclassics.com/insidejob/

See it this week!  Documentaries seldom last more than one week in Quad-City theaters.

7:10 pm & 10:10 pm

Rave Motion Pictures
3601 East 53rd Street
Davenport, Iowa
563.359.1314
http://www.ravemotionpictures.com/

"Hood to Coast" in Special Event Screening at the Rave in Davenport Tonight!

Hood to Coast Event

‎January 11, 2011 - 7:00 pm  - 2hr 20min

 

Rave Motion Pictures - Davenport‎

 
Directors: Christoph Baaden & Marcie Hume

Hood To Coast is a feature length documentary shot in stunning HD that captures the spirit of the runner like it's never been seen before. Following four teams on their epic journey as they try to conquer the world's largest relay race, we realize that winning isn't everything in a documentary that takes a celebratory look at personal motivation and attempting the extraordinary. Even if you've never run a step in your life, this documentary will make you want to push yourself farther than you've ever gone before. Directly following the documentary, hear from a distinguished group of expert runners, Olympians, and running world giants as they discuss their experience of participating in the Hood to Coast relay and its unique place in the history of American running. (Rave)