What we’re about
When you sign-up, please include a full face profile photo so we can recognize you when we are at an event -- or no photo at all if you are concerned about your online privacy. This is a REQUIREMENT to be admitted. (More details at bottom of this page.)
We are viewing together films -- including documentaries -- that are "mainstream" [rarely] or "classic" or "independent" or even "different". Always accompanied by a discussion which follows a certain format. We meet in local movie theatres (like the Broad), cultural centers (like Zeitgeist), libraries (like Mid-City branch), people's homes around the Greater New Orleans area, or even outdoors using a wall and a projector. Online viewing -- like Youtube clips, Kanopy, Netflix -- and the better television programs -- like PBS, BookTV -- are parts of our offerings.
Since Covid, we are also meeting for the discussion only. Participants must have watched the material on their own, sometimes at their own expense, before coming to the discussion.
As not to make anyone uncomfortable or shocked (except those who enjoy "shocking", of course), there is a warning for any program that is definitely not mainstream, might be perceived as "weird", "offensive", "transgressive", whatever. At the other end of the spectrum, we are also totally into the BFI List of Films to See Before Turning 14.
We have a common-sense (and common sense) policy concerning our Meetup Profiles for the group.
1. Your User Name should be the first name you will go by among us -- and maybe something more like a last name or a last name initial to distinguish you from possible namesakes.
2. Your Profile Photo should be as close to a headshot as possible -- in case of doubt, think driver's licence or ID badge for work. (Or no picture at all if you are concerned about your online privacy.)
As this policy might be stricter than that of other Meetup groups you also belong to, creating a separate Meetup account -- attached to a separate email account of yours -- might be necessary. We apologize for the possible inconvenience.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Sat. 1p we discuss 2023 film "PERFECT DAYS" [Japan], at CC's on Esplanade Ave.CC'c, New Orleans, LA
Join us Saturday, November 30, 1p to 2:15p at CC's Coffee on Esplanade Ave. (between North Broad and City Park). We might be outside; we might be in their community room -- to the right, before the bathrooms, as you walk in. Come and leave anytime.
We'll discuss the 2023 film "PERFECT DAYS" Drama. 2h 4m. In Japanese with subtitles.
An absorbing slice-of-life drama led by a remarkable Kôji Yakusho performance, "Perfect Days" adds a quietly soaring gem to director/co-writer Wim Wenders' estimable filmography. (Rottentomatoes.com)
ABOUT: Hirayama cleans public toilets in Tokyo, lives his life in simplicity and daily tranquility. Some encounters also lead him to reflect on himself.
TRAILER at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iv8YO5BXCAQ
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FILM IS STREAMABLE on Kanopy.com for free (2 tickets -- 72 hour access) if you have an account [which is free with a public library account but be mindful that Kanopy has a limit of 36 tickets per calendar month].
https://www.kanopy.com/en/nolalibrary/video/14800624
Film can be streamed on other platforms for $4 -- including Youtube. See
https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/perfect-days
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If you are coming, you must RSVP. No drop-ins. No bringing guests. Do change your RSVP to NO if you end up not coming. For all attendees, it is expected that you have finished the book.
For more info, contact Guy Henoumont anytime at 504-460-9049 or at [email protected] .
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