Festival Website: www.caldocfest.org
California Documentary Festival (CalDocFest), a program of the San Joaquin Film Society, is California Central Valley’s first international focus on nonfiction cinema, opening October 2-4, 2009 in Stockton at the Empire Theatre (1825 Pacific, 95202) and Atherton Auditorium at Delta College (5151 Pacific, 95207).
CalDocFest is dedicated to promoting gifted filmmakers and sharing knowledge and understanding of our world. Featuring new works, award-winning American and International films, a spotlight on new California films, exclusive Q&A with guest directors and luminaries, and educational events. Nine feature films and six short films, including significant premieres, will light up an exciting and memorable weekend in Stockton! Experience what’s new, what’s next and what’s hot in the world of documentary films!
CalDocFest is the launch of the Film Society's Compassion for Humanity Initiative, an on-going educational campaign to advance, promote and support social consciousness, social justice, activism and humanity through film. Now, more than ever: Filmmakers, near and far, are using film to raise awareness of various causes, to educate the public, to inspire the present and future generations, to influence opinions, and to advocate for humanity. More info: www.sjiff.org/caldocfest/
• Sophoan Sorn, Founder and Creator of Festivals, San Joaquin Film Society: “CalDocFest is a celebration of diversity, history, and humanity. Featured are the true stories of: A Jewish civil rights lawyer fighting for all people; an iconic Italian fashion designer sharing his passionate life; a Bay Area indie-rocker cherishing life with a new kidney; crying, young Chinese gymnasts and gay American Olympians facing tremendous obstacles; a British grandmother reuniting with a celestial planet that she had named; California Chicano artists influencing the music that rocks our life today; and so much more! Our Film Society and partners are so thrilled to showcase the works of such intelligent and innovative filmmakers; and to contribute to the positive profile of our Valley - particularly the host city of Stockton - with this richness of cultural arts, awareness, education, and entertainment."
SCHEDULE
Friday, October 2nd
• 7:00PM "William Kunstler: Disturbing the Universe" (Opening Night Film)
• 9:30PM "DocShorts One" Shorts Program
Saturday, October 3rd
• 2:00PM "Valentino The Last Emperor" (Centerpiece Film, Presented by Fashion Program, San Joaquin Delta College)
• 4:00PM "Good Fortune" (West Coast Premiere)
• 6:00PM "D Tour" (Free for Film Society Members)
• 8:00PM "Oh My God! It's Harrod Blank!"
• 10:00PM "The Red Race"
Sunday, October 4th
• 1:00PM "Speaking in Tongues"
• 3:00PM "The Beaches of Agnés"
• 5:00PM "DocShorts Two" Shorts Program
• 7:30PM "Chicano Rock! The Sounds of East Los Angeles" (Closing Night Film)
For film details, movie trailers, reviews, and more information, visit www.sjiff.org/caldocfest/
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