See Bill Murray crash the Oscars, in some of the wildest and funniest footage of the 70s!
Before “The Daily Show,” This is Spinal Tap and Heavy Metal Parking Lot – there was TVTV.
Radical, hilarious and influential, “Top Value Television” was a guerilla video collective who pioneered the use of portable, low-tech video gear, the small size and unusual nature of which allowed them unprecedented access to crash everything from presidential conventions, to the Oscars and the Super Bowl.
Their philosophy was to use their entertaining, eye-opening work as a means to break free from the stranglehold mainstream broadcasting had on American culture — and, as this salon will prove, they accomplished that goal with every single production they ever created.
To celebrate TVTV the evening features a reunion of TVTV members, with founder Allen Rucker and friends. After they entertain us with stories from back in the day we’ll watch a smorgasboard of TVTV works (featuring members like Bill Murray, Lily Tomlin, Chris Guest and Howard Hesseman!). This is going to be a fun night, don’t miss it!
(Directed by James Cameron, 1997, 194 mins)
The Los Angeles Theatre is our city’s most gorgeous and spectacular movie palace, a hidden gem rarely open to the public. Opened in 1931, the theatre is the most opulent ever imagined, with soaring ceilings, breath-taking chandeliers, gold leaf angels, and a cascading crystal fountain.
This Valentine’s day set sail with us as we watch Kate and Leo on the the very, very big screen. Sip champagne beneath floating chandeliers, wander through the enormous echoing ballroom, or explore the mirrored ladies powder room and the murals of the children’s nursery. A photo booth downstairs will capture the evening with you and your sweetheart. With four full bars, this screening is 21 and over, fancy dress for women and JACKET AND TIE ARE REQUIRED FOR MEN.
DJ Ana Calderon spins before the movie. Mixologists by Temple Bar Concepts. Support The Los Angeles Historic Theatre Foundation http://www.lahtf.org/
Undiscovered genius. We thought the term vanished in an age where something can be a worldwide phenomenon just hours after it is made and posted. A brilliant homegrown artist who remains unknown seems unheard of. This is why Cinespia’s excitement about Jib Kidder is at a fever pitch!
First, we heard his awesome new album IV: beautiful, melodic and soaring, but also rocking, driving and rad. Minds blown!
THEN we discovered that he had made videos for all eleven of his songs on IV, we were FLOORED. The videos are found-footage collages of everything from vintage commercials to home video, hilarious, strange, poignant and incredibly entertaining.
Then we find out that JK had been making music and video art for YEARS. We found out that he had 13 albums out and literally dozens of incredible, genius videos. Our jaws hit the floor.
Luckily Jib Kidder likes us too and is heading out to California for a rare live performance just for us. The Spanish Patio will be open with free snacks and a beer and wine bar and DJ CARLOS NINO spins rare and beautiful wax.
Just in time for Christmas. Cinespia presents a one-night-only screening of The Royal Tennenbaums in this historic jewel box theater in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Built in 1913, the interior of The Palace is full of lush colors, enormous murals and gorgeous ornate decoration, a setting perfect for a holiday screening.
Wes Anderson’s film is a modern classic. The Tenenbaum children are extraordinary, each with a unique genius of some kind, but their father moves out to live a frivolous life far from his family. Now, 22 years later, he returns, can they become a family again? Starring Anjelica Huston, Gene Hackman, Ben Stiller, Gwenyth Paltrow, Bill Murray, Luke Wilson, Owen Wilson and Danny Glover. Projected in beautiful 35mm film.
Discovered by BRIAN ENO in the late-’70s — found with his eyes closed and absorbed in the vibrations of his electric zither in Washington Square Park — LARAAJI is forever true to his own musical vision of timeless peace. Neither outsider nor insider, he is an everysider and friend to everyone.
Joined by collaborator Arji Oceananda, Laraaji will share his luminous, pulsating sounds and infectious spirit live in concert. Also included is a program of ultra-rare new age video art selected by Douglas Mcgowan.
DJ CARLOS NIÑO spins records at intermission with hot tea and snacks on the patio.
SPECIAL THANKS TO LIGHT IN THE ATTIC RECORDS, AMOEBA MUSIC, ALL SAINTS & WARP RECORDS.
