Sun March 29, 2015
Cracked Actor: David Bowie on Screen
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at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA) Screening Room
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**Selling out Fast!**
Cracked Actor: David Bowie on Screen
For over four decades now, David Bowie is much more than a musician to his legions of fans around the planet. No other artist has defined the present moment (especially in the 70s and 80s) like Bowie, as he constantly reinvents himself with each new album. With a new triple-disc “best of” collection just released and large-scale museum exhibition now touring the world, the time is now to celebrate Bowie’s unique and mesmerizing work for the big screen.
Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders from Mars
By D.A. Pennebaker
Thu-Sat, Mar 5-7, 7:30 PM
The ultimate glam-rock concert film features David Bowie as his gender-bending alter ego, Ziggy Stardust, in his final performance given at London’s Hammersmith Odeon in 1973. (1973/82, 90 min, 35mm)
Christiane F.
By Uli Edel
Sun, Mar 8, 2 PM
A rare screening of the definitive document of 80s “heroin chic.” Christiane F. is the story of a 13-year-old girl’s descent into heroin hell, with a stunning soundtrack of music from Bowie’s 1977-79 Berlin phase. (1981, 131 min, 35mm)
Absolute Beginners
By Julien Temple
Thu, Mar 12, 7:30 PM
Set in neon-soaked London in the 1950s, a photographer chases his ever-elusive dream girl. Bowie stars as a smooth-talking advertising executive. This flashy, candy-colored rock musical was a flop upon its original release, but has become a cult hit over time. (1986, 108 min, 35mm)
The Man Who Fell to Earth
By Nicolas Roeg
Sun, Mar 15, 2 PM & Sat, Mar 21, 7:30 PM
“Released the year before Spielberg and Lucas changed the genre and thus hippie sci-fi’s last hurrah, this typically fragmented Nicholas Roeg production stars David Bowie in the role he was born (or perhaps reborn) to play—a distinguished visitor from another world.” – J. Hoberman, The Village Voice (1976, 138 min, 35mm). Newly restored 35mm print of the original director's cut.
The Hunger
By Tony Scott
Thu, Mar 19 & Fri Mar 20, 7:30 PM
“Here is a film that, for once, is appropriately served by fast cuts, overlapping dialogue, flashy camera work, wildly fashionable clothes and decor so elegant that only mythical creatures could sit around in it.” – The New York Times
This sensual goth classic stars Bowie as an ailing centuries-old vampire whose fanged lover, Catherine Deneuve, seduces a mortal (Susan Sarandon) while seeking a new partner. (1983, 99 min, 35mm)
The Prestige
By Christopher Nolan
Sun, Mar 22, 2 PM
Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman star in Christopher Nolan’s overlooked film from 2006. They play young magicians who are friends until one fateful night when their biggest trick goes terribly wrong. Now bitter enemies, they will stop at nothing to learn each other's secrets. The Prestige features Bowie in what many consider his finest screen performance as the genius inventor Nikola Tesla. (2006, 130 min, 35mm)
Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence
By Nagisa Oshima
Thu, Mar 26, 7:30 PM
In this captivating and often bizarre World War II drama from Nagisa Oshima, Bowie regally embodies Celliers, a British officer interned by the Japanese as a POW. Rock star Ryuichi Sakamoto (who also composed the hypnotic score) plays the camp commander, obsessed with the mysterious blond major. Also featuring the brilliant actor-director Takeshi Kitano in his first dramatic role, Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence is a multilayered, brutal, and at times erotic tale of culture clash. (1982, 124 min, 35mm)
Labyrinth
By Jim Henson
Fri, Mar 27 & Sat, Mar 28, 7;30 PM; Sun, Mar 29, 2 PM
"A real masterpiece of puppetry and special effects…an absolutely gorgeous children's fantasy movie." – Chicago Tribune
Bowie and Jennifer Connelly star in Jim Henson’s beloved film, in which Connelly must rescue her baby brother from a fantasy world ruled by the King of the Goblins. Screenplay by Terry Jones of Monty Python, and executive produced by George Lucas. (1986, 101 min, 35mm)
David Bowie Is Happening Now
By Hamish Hamilton and Katy Mullan
Sun, Mar 29, 4 PM
FREE w/ RSVP
In 2013, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London was given unprecedented access to Bowie’s archive to curate the first retrospective of this extraordinary artist. The exhibition featured more than 300 objects including handwritten lyrics, original costumes, fashion, photography, film, music videos and Bowie's own instruments. Introduced by the curators, this documentary explores the incredible works in the exhibition and the thoughts and feelings people have had seeing them. (2013, 99 min, digital)
show less
Cracked Actor: David Bowie on Screen
For over four decades now, David Bowie is much more than a musician to his legions of fans around the planet. No other artist has defined the present moment (especially in the 70s and 80s) like Bowie, as he constantly reinvents himself with each new album. With a new triple-disc “best of” collection just released and large-scale museum exhibition now touring the world, the time is now to celebrate Bowie’s unique and mesmerizing work for the big screen.
Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders from Mars
By D.A. Pennebaker
Thu-Sat, Mar 5-7, 7:30 PM
The ultimate glam-rock concert film features David Bowie as his gender-bending alter ego, Ziggy Stardust, in his final performance given at London’s Hammersmith Odeon in 1973. (1973/82, 90 min, 35mm)
Christiane F.
By Uli Edel
Sun, Mar 8, 2 PM
A rare screening of the definitive document of 80s “heroin chic.” Christiane F. is the story of a 13-year-old girl’s descent into heroin hell, with a stunning soundtrack of music from Bowie’s 1977-79 Berlin phase. (1981, 131 min, 35mm)
Absolute Beginners
By Julien Temple
Thu, Mar 12, 7:30 PM
Set in neon-soaked London in the 1950s, a photographer chases his ever-elusive dream girl. Bowie stars as a smooth-talking advertising executive. This flashy, candy-colored rock musical was a flop upon its original release, but has become a cult hit over time. (1986, 108 min, 35mm)
The Man Who Fell to Earth
By Nicolas Roeg
Sun, Mar 15, 2 PM & Sat, Mar 21, 7:30 PM
“Released the year before Spielberg and Lucas changed the genre and thus hippie sci-fi’s last hurrah, this typically fragmented Nicholas Roeg production stars David Bowie in the role he was born (or perhaps reborn) to play—a distinguished visitor from another world.” – J. Hoberman, The Village Voice (1976, 138 min, 35mm). Newly restored 35mm print of the original director's cut.
The Hunger
By Tony Scott
Thu, Mar 19 & Fri Mar 20, 7:30 PM
“Here is a film that, for once, is appropriately served by fast cuts, overlapping dialogue, flashy camera work, wildly fashionable clothes and decor so elegant that only mythical creatures could sit around in it.” – The New York Times
This sensual goth classic stars Bowie as an ailing centuries-old vampire whose fanged lover, Catherine Deneuve, seduces a mortal (Susan Sarandon) while seeking a new partner. (1983, 99 min, 35mm)
The Prestige
By Christopher Nolan
Sun, Mar 22, 2 PM
Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman star in Christopher Nolan’s overlooked film from 2006. They play young magicians who are friends until one fateful night when their biggest trick goes terribly wrong. Now bitter enemies, they will stop at nothing to learn each other's secrets. The Prestige features Bowie in what many consider his finest screen performance as the genius inventor Nikola Tesla. (2006, 130 min, 35mm)
Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence
By Nagisa Oshima
Thu, Mar 26, 7:30 PM
In this captivating and often bizarre World War II drama from Nagisa Oshima, Bowie regally embodies Celliers, a British officer interned by the Japanese as a POW. Rock star Ryuichi Sakamoto (who also composed the hypnotic score) plays the camp commander, obsessed with the mysterious blond major. Also featuring the brilliant actor-director Takeshi Kitano in his first dramatic role, Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence is a multilayered, brutal, and at times erotic tale of culture clash. (1982, 124 min, 35mm)
Labyrinth
By Jim Henson
Fri, Mar 27 & Sat, Mar 28, 7;30 PM; Sun, Mar 29, 2 PM
"A real masterpiece of puppetry and special effects…an absolutely gorgeous children's fantasy movie." – Chicago Tribune
Bowie and Jennifer Connelly star in Jim Henson’s beloved film, in which Connelly must rescue her baby brother from a fantasy world ruled by the King of the Goblins. Screenplay by Terry Jones of Monty Python, and executive produced by George Lucas. (1986, 101 min, 35mm)
David Bowie Is Happening Now
By Hamish Hamilton and Katy Mullan
Sun, Mar 29, 4 PM
FREE w/ RSVP
In 2013, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London was given unprecedented access to Bowie’s archive to curate the first retrospective of this extraordinary artist. The exhibition featured more than 300 objects including handwritten lyrics, original costumes, fashion, photography, film, music videos and Bowie's own instruments. Introduced by the curators, this documentary explores the incredible works in the exhibition and the thoughts and feelings people have had seeing them. (2013, 99 min, digital)
**Selling out Fast!**
Cracked Actor: David Bowie on Screen
For over four decades now, David Bowie is much more than a musician to his legions of fans around the planet. No other artist has defined the present moment (especially in the 70s and 80s) like Bowie, as he constantly reinvents himself with each new album. With a new triple-disc “best of” collection just released and large-scale museum exhibition now touring the world, the time is now to celebrate Bowie’s unique and mesmerizing work for the big screen.
Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders from Mars
By D.A. Pennebaker
Thu-Sat, Mar 5-7, 7:30 PM
The ultimate glam-rock concert film features David Bowie as his gender-bending alter ego, Ziggy Stardust, in his final performance given at London’s Hammersmith Odeon in 1973. (1973/82, 90 min, 35mm)
Christiane F.
By Uli Edel
Sun, Mar 8, 2 PM
A rare screening of the definitive document of 80s “heroin chic.” Christiane F. is the story of a 13-year-old girl’s descent into heroin hell, with a stunning soundtrack of music from Bowie’s 1977-79 Berlin phase. (1981, 131 min, 35mm)
Absolute Beginners
By Julien Temple
Thu, Mar 12, 7:30 PM
Set in neon-soaked London in the 1950s, a photographer chases his ever-elusive dream girl. Bowie stars as a smooth-talking advertising executive. This flashy, candy-colored rock musical was a flop upon its original release, but has become a cult hit over time. (1986, 108 min, 35mm)
The Man Who Fell to Earth
By Nicolas Roeg
Sun, Mar 15, 2 PM & Sat, Mar 21, 7:30 PM
“Released the year before Spielberg and Lucas changed the genre and thus hippie sci-fi’s last hurrah, this typically fragmented Nicholas Roeg production stars David Bowie in the role he was born (or perhaps reborn) to play—a distinguished visitor from another world.” – J. Hoberman, The Village Voice (1976, 138 min, 35mm). Newly restored 35mm print of the original director's cut.
The Hunger
By Tony Scott
Thu, Mar 19 & Fri Mar 20, 7:30 PM
“Here is a film that, for once, is appropriately served by fast cuts, overlapping dialogue, flashy camera work, wildly fashionable clothes and decor so elegant that only mythical creatures could sit around in it.” – The New York Times
This sensual goth classic stars Bowie as an ailing centuries-old vampire whose fanged lover, Catherine Deneuve, seduces a mortal (Susan Sarandon) while seeking a new partner. (1983, 99 min, 35mm)
The Prestige
By Christopher Nolan
Sun, Mar 22, 2 PM
Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman star in Christopher Nolan’s overlooked film from 2006. They play young magicians who are friends until one fateful night when their biggest trick goes terribly wrong. Now bitter enemies, they will stop at nothing to learn each other's secrets. The Prestige features Bowie in what many consider his finest screen performance as the genius inventor Nikola Tesla. (2006, 130 min, 35mm)
Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence
By Nagisa Oshima
Thu, Mar 26, 7:30 PM
In this captivating and often bizarre World War II drama from Nagisa Oshima, Bowie regally embodies Celliers, a British officer interned by the Japanese as a POW. Rock star Ryuichi Sakamoto (who also composed the hypnotic score) plays the camp commander, obsessed with the mysterious blond major. Also featuring the brilliant actor-director Takeshi Kitano in his first dramatic role, Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence is a multilayered, brutal, and at times erotic tale of culture clash. (1982, 124 min, 35mm)
Labyrinth
By Jim Henson
Fri, Mar 27 & Sat, Mar 28, 7;30 PM; Sun, Mar 29, 2 PM
"A real masterpiece of puppetry and special effects…an absolutely gorgeous children's fantasy movie." – Chicago Tribune
Bowie and Jennifer Connelly star in Jim Henson’s beloved film, in which Connelly must rescue her baby brother from a fantasy world ruled by the King of the Goblins. Screenplay by Terry Jones of Monty Python, and executive produced by George Lucas. (1986, 101 min, 35mm)
David Bowie Is Happening Now
By Hamish Hamilton and Katy Mullan
Sun, Mar 29, 4 PM
FREE w/ RSVP
In 2013, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London was given unprecedented access to Bowie’s archive to curate the first retrospective of this extraordinary artist. The exhibition featured more than 300 objects including handwritten lyrics, original costumes, fashion, photography, film, music videos and Bowie's own instruments. Introduced by the curators, this documentary explores the incredible works in the exhibition and the thoughts and feelings people have had seeing them. (2013, 99 min, digital)
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Cracked Actor: David Bowie on Screen
For over four decades now, David Bowie is much more than a musician to his legions of fans around the planet. No other artist has defined the present moment (especially in the 70s and 80s) like Bowie, as he constantly reinvents himself with each new album. With a new triple-disc “best of” collection just released and large-scale museum exhibition now touring the world, the time is now to celebrate Bowie’s unique and mesmerizing work for the big screen.
Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders from Mars
By D.A. Pennebaker
Thu-Sat, Mar 5-7, 7:30 PM
The ultimate glam-rock concert film features David Bowie as his gender-bending alter ego, Ziggy Stardust, in his final performance given at London’s Hammersmith Odeon in 1973. (1973/82, 90 min, 35mm)
Christiane F.
By Uli Edel
Sun, Mar 8, 2 PM
A rare screening of the definitive document of 80s “heroin chic.” Christiane F. is the story of a 13-year-old girl’s descent into heroin hell, with a stunning soundtrack of music from Bowie’s 1977-79 Berlin phase. (1981, 131 min, 35mm)
Absolute Beginners
By Julien Temple
Thu, Mar 12, 7:30 PM
Set in neon-soaked London in the 1950s, a photographer chases his ever-elusive dream girl. Bowie stars as a smooth-talking advertising executive. This flashy, candy-colored rock musical was a flop upon its original release, but has become a cult hit over time. (1986, 108 min, 35mm)
The Man Who Fell to Earth
By Nicolas Roeg
Sun, Mar 15, 2 PM & Sat, Mar 21, 7:30 PM
“Released the year before Spielberg and Lucas changed the genre and thus hippie sci-fi’s last hurrah, this typically fragmented Nicholas Roeg production stars David Bowie in the role he was born (or perhaps reborn) to play—a distinguished visitor from another world.” – J. Hoberman, The Village Voice (1976, 138 min, 35mm). Newly restored 35mm print of the original director's cut.
The Hunger
By Tony Scott
Thu, Mar 19 & Fri Mar 20, 7:30 PM
“Here is a film that, for once, is appropriately served by fast cuts, overlapping dialogue, flashy camera work, wildly fashionable clothes and decor so elegant that only mythical creatures could sit around in it.” – The New York Times
This sensual goth classic stars Bowie as an ailing centuries-old vampire whose fanged lover, Catherine Deneuve, seduces a mortal (Susan Sarandon) while seeking a new partner. (1983, 99 min, 35mm)
The Prestige
By Christopher Nolan
Sun, Mar 22, 2 PM
Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman star in Christopher Nolan’s overlooked film from 2006. They play young magicians who are friends until one fateful night when their biggest trick goes terribly wrong. Now bitter enemies, they will stop at nothing to learn each other's secrets. The Prestige features Bowie in what many consider his finest screen performance as the genius inventor Nikola Tesla. (2006, 130 min, 35mm)
Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence
By Nagisa Oshima
Thu, Mar 26, 7:30 PM
In this captivating and often bizarre World War II drama from Nagisa Oshima, Bowie regally embodies Celliers, a British officer interned by the Japanese as a POW. Rock star Ryuichi Sakamoto (who also composed the hypnotic score) plays the camp commander, obsessed with the mysterious blond major. Also featuring the brilliant actor-director Takeshi Kitano in his first dramatic role, Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence is a multilayered, brutal, and at times erotic tale of culture clash. (1982, 124 min, 35mm)
Labyrinth
By Jim Henson
Fri, Mar 27 & Sat, Mar 28, 7;30 PM; Sun, Mar 29, 2 PM
"A real masterpiece of puppetry and special effects…an absolutely gorgeous children's fantasy movie." – Chicago Tribune
Bowie and Jennifer Connelly star in Jim Henson’s beloved film, in which Connelly must rescue her baby brother from a fantasy world ruled by the King of the Goblins. Screenplay by Terry Jones of Monty Python, and executive produced by George Lucas. (1986, 101 min, 35mm)
David Bowie Is Happening Now
By Hamish Hamilton and Katy Mullan
Sun, Mar 29, 4 PM
FREE w/ RSVP
In 2013, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London was given unprecedented access to Bowie’s archive to curate the first retrospective of this extraordinary artist. The exhibition featured more than 300 objects including handwritten lyrics, original costumes, fashion, photography, film, music videos and Bowie's own instruments. Introduced by the curators, this documentary explores the incredible works in the exhibition and the thoughts and feelings people have had seeing them. (2013, 99 min, digital)
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