DIRECTOR MARCUS PONTELLO WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE FOR A POST SCREENING Q&A

Synopsis

Since 1978, Numbers Nightclub has been a home to the underground and LGBTQ communities in Houston, becoming one of the longest running nightclubs in the U.S. From its early days as a gay disco, to its evolution as an alternative music venue, Numbers has showcased such legendary performers as Grace Jones, The Cure, Ministry, Björk, Nine Inch Nails, and many more.

"Friday I’m In Love" is told through the personal connection to Numbers by the films queer filmmaker (Marcus Pontello), who reveals the club’s history alongside events like the AIDS crisis, police brutality against the LGBT and the rise in hate crimes during the ‘90s. Mixing personal stories with those of iconic musicians, Friday I’m In Love celebrates those who ignited and sustained its musical history and legacy of acceptance.

Premier Status: Midwest

Run Time/Year/Country: 84min, 2022, USA

Director: Marcus Pontello

Trailer: https://vimeo.com/457891300

PRECEDED BY “Welcome To Waterloo Records”

Synopsis: A playful mix of screen in screen, montage, animation and traditional documentary techniques that paints a musical portrait of Sarah Thawer; the ass-kicking drummer brought to you by the forces of intergenerational feminism and international music.

Director: Michael Anthony Gibson

Run Time/Year/Country: 14 min, 2022, USA

Tickets are $13

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