Calling All Film Buffs: New Doors May Be Opening!
Strategically timed just one week before the 2005 Oscar Ceremony, our February
19th program addresses the topic of film: who are Chicago's current critics
and what are the opportunities for entry? Our guests will be Michael Miner,
author of the Reader's weekly "Hot Type" column, and Shelley
Cameron, critic for the Reel Movie
Critic website.
Shelley's major focus
for Reel Movie Critic is art, independent, and world cinema. In addition to
writing about film for Reel Movie Critic, she also works for Lyric Opera of
Chicago.
Mike created a stir last August with his provocatively titled column "White Guys Need Not Apply," in which he surfaced the news that the Chicago Tribune was "looking for a new movie critic [to replace Mark Caro], preferably a woman."
IWPA member Jan Lisa Huttner, managing editor of Films for Two, will be our moderator.
Program details: Saturday, Feb. 19, 11 a.m. registration and networking; 11:45 a.m. lunch; 12:30 p.m. announcements; 12:45 to 2 p.m. program.
Parking is available at the Grant Park Underground. The El stop is right outside the door. Call the IWPA hotline at 312/458-9151 to make your reservation. Please mention any special meal requests. Nonmembers welcome. Cost (includes lunch): IWPA members, their invited guests and full-time students $30; nonmembers $40. Payment (cash or check) may be made at the door.
Members' table: Take advantage of this opportunity to promote your work. Bring your brochures, flyers, products, books, or other promotional materials to share with other members! (No selling permitted.)