“Transproofed” video on demand
Our short film “Transproofed” is available for viewing on demand starting at $1.99. Check it out!
Transproofed (Plus Next! Music Video, Featurette & Commentary!)
L’Lihdra from Sugar Shock
l'lihdra
Friend/fan Michael says I look like L’Lihdra from the Sugar Shock comic. I do like her style! If MySpace weren’t such a complete piece of crap site, I’d provide the direct link to the free comic book online. You can find it in most search engines.
2nd Street Tunnel, Los Angeles
East at night through 2nd Street tunnel. This is used in a lot of films. Part of my series on LA taken from cars.
The Sound of Sunshine
One of my faves Michael Franti live earlier this month:
A Glorious Dawn
One of the coolest remixes I have seen this year. Carl Sagan and Stephen Hawking remixed clips from Cosmos: A Personal Voyage.
Latino/a actor sought for new film
Filmmaker Nelson Pena is looking for someone to star in his new film. He writes, “The film is about a black South Central LA girl who is verbally and physically abused by her cheating boyfriend. Upon discovering that she’s pregnant, she has to choose whether to keep or abort her unborn child. In contrast, her best friend, an openly gay Latino male, is in a well-grounded, long-term relationship based on trust, love and respect. This film is deeply rooted in real issues. About the character: MAGGIE, mid-20s, is an openly gay Latino male who strongly identifies with being a woman. She doesn’t care what people think of her and she demands respect. The film will be roughly twenty-seven minutes long, it will be shot over the course of six days and the actor who plays Maggie will be needed for three days. Unfortunately, there’s no pay. Should you have any questions, feel free to email or call me at 310.994.2700.”
Outfest Legacy Project Gala Monday!
Outfest Legacy Project Gala July 13
I hope to see everyone at the Outfest Legacy Project Gala Monday July 13!
The regular price is $30 and includes an after-party and all proceeds benefit the Legacy Project. There is also a VIP ticket price ($250/$300) which is a contribution directly to the restoration of the film. I have attached the invite. I really hope to see all of you there, supporting the Legacy Project.
Outfest 2009 has many trangender-themed offerings
Outfest 2009 kicks off tomorrow! If you’re in Los Angeles, I urge you to come see the latest in LGBT film, including a number of excellent trans-themed projects.
against a trans narrative
Trans filmmaker Jules Rosskam examines how we reconcile our personal identities with our larger communities in this unique exploration of gender politics. Preceded by:
Queerer Than Thou
Beautiful Darling: The Life and Times of Candy Darling
Candy Darling, iconic and glamorous Warhol Superstar, went from her suburban Long Island roots to star turns in Warhol Factory films and inspired Lou Reed’s song “Walk on the Wild Side.” In this in-depth tribute, Candy is immortalized in rare archival footage, while Julie Newmar, Tennessee Williams and John Waters share insights and divulge classic Candy moments. Her dearest friend Jeremiah Newton’s devotion to Candy drives this documentary, which serves as a love letter to Candy and her unrealized dreams.
Maggots and Men
An experimental narrative set in post-revolutionary Russia, MAGGOTS AND MEN recounts the 1921 Kronstadt sailor uprising with a twist of gender anarchy. Shot on Super 8 and 16mm, this theatrical homage to silent Soviet cinema fantasizes the historical – and homoerotic – relations of the all-male crew with queer and transgender actors from across the masculine spectrum. Preceded by: Martí and I
Prodigal Sons
Filmmaker Kimberly Reed returns home for her high school reunion, ready to reintroduce herself to the small town as a transgender woman and hoping for reconciliation with her long-estranged adopted brother Marc. Things are complicated by the shocking revelation that Marc may be the grandson of Orson Wells and Rita Hayworth, forcing Kim and her family to explore questions of sexual orientation, identity, severe trauma and love. Preceded by: Ready For Love
Still Black: A Portrait Of Black Transmen
In the award-winning STILL BLACK, first-time feature director Kortney Ziegler gives voice to a frequently marginalized community (even within LGBT circles) – African American transgender men. Coming off a successful screening at Fusion: The Los Angeles LGBT People of Color Film Festival, this consistently engaging film allows six men from around the country to speak for themselves about the complex experience of being black, trans and male in America today.
Straightlaced – How Gender’s Got Us All Tied Up
Academy Award-winning director Debra Chasnoff crafted this powerful documentary about the lives of teens and young adults as seen through the gender lens. Approaching society’s ideas and ideals of gender through clothes, sexuality, sports, dance, safety, consumerism and emotion, the film addresses the complexities of conceptions of masculinity and femininity for Generation Z. STRAIGHTLACED is a striking and diverse film for all ages, genders and sexualities. Preceded by: State of the Movement
Two Spirits: Sexuality, Gender, and the Murder of Fred Martinez
Filmmaker Lydia Nibley explores the cultural context behind a tragic and senseless murder. Fred Martinez was a Navajo youth slain at the age of 16 by a man who bragged to his friends that he “bug-smashed a fag.” But Fred was part of an honored Navajo tradition – the “nadleeh” or “two-spirit”, who possesses a balance of masculine and feminine traits. Through telling Fred’s story, Nibley reminds us of the values that America’s indigenous peoples have long embraced. Preceded by: The Shoes of Aristeu (Os Sapatos de Aristeu)
Shorts programs
“Kaden Later” in Queerer Than Fiction: Documentary Shorts
“Ookie Cookie” (precedes It Came From Kuchar)
“Transliminal Criminal” in Women on the Verge
“Transproofed” in Bitches Buttholes and BFFs
Calpernia and I are scheduled to be at both screenings of Transproofed, so we hope to see you there!
http://www.outfest.org/tixSYS/2009/filmguide/Title/AZ/2009/TRANS/ALL/
Pre-orders open for “Transproofed” DVD
I am very pleased to announce that my latest directorial outing is now available for pre-order! Calpernia and I will sign a personalized copy for you as well if you choose that option.
Deep Stealth Productions’ newest short film “Transproofed” is now available for pre-order at special prices. Order before the official release and save!
Two options available:
* Personalized DVD autographed by Calpernia and Andrea (Ships after June 25)
* Regular DVD (Ships after July 12)Order in advance for the best price:
http://www.transproofed.com/store.html
DVD includes:
* Transproofed film
* Audio Commentary with Calpernia and Andrea
* Storyboard featurette
* Next! music video
* Trailers for Transproofed and Casting Pearls
* Total runtime: 61 minutesThe film stars Calpernia Addams as Ava, Andrea James as Joyce, and Joel Lambert as Mike. “Transproofed” explores the controversy of when (or whether) to come out as transgender in a romantic relationship. Ava’s showgirl friends are all openly transgender, but like many trans women, Ava dreams of living a quiet life where her trans status is not an issue. Ava’s friend Joyce urges her to go “stealth,” slang for not divulging one’s trans status. Joyce urges Ava to follow her example: to tone down her look and to get her place “transproofed,” slang for hiding any evidence that one is trans. As Joyce pushes Ava to hide more and more of her past and her identity, Ava begins to wonder if it’s worth it.
For more on “Transproofed,” see: