newportFILM’s May Mini-Fest graces the silver screen this weekend, and there’s a robust line-up in store for film-lovers big and small. Features include:
Friday, May 11
Marina Abramovic: The Artist is Present (pre-release screening!) in partnership with the Newport Art Museum Seductive, fearless, and outrageous, Marina Abramović takes us inside her world with this documentary, following her as she prepares for what may be the most important moment of her life: a major retrospective of her work, taking place at The Museum of Modern Art in New York. Click here for film trailer, times, locations and associated events.
Saturday, May 12
newportFILM KIDS: A Cat in Paris (2012 Academy Award Nominee Best Animated Feature)
A Cat in Paris is a warm and richly humorous love letter to classic noir films and the stylized wit of the Pink Panther cartoons – and Dino, the literal cat burglar, manages to steal the show with little more than a subtle swish of the tail and quiet mew. Click here for film trailer, times, locations and associated events.
Saturday, May 12
Quill: The Life of a Guide Dog (pre-release screening!) in partnership with the Potter League and with doggy 
takeaway treats courtesy of Wag Nation!
Based on a true story, Labrador Retriever Quill’s life as a “dog” drastically changes when he leaves his mother’s side in order to become a “seeing-eye dog.” The bond between Quill and his partner, who rediscovers the joy of life, grows deeper with each passing day. Until one day, they face a sudden and sorrowful parting. Click here for film trailer, times, locations and associated events.
Under African Skies (pre-release screening!) 2012 South by Southwest Film Festival Audience Award Winner
25 years after Graceland‘s release, this documentary follows Paul Simon as he reunites with his South African collaborators, and revisits the controversy the album caused, while luminaries like Oprah Winfrey, Quincy Jones, Lorne Michaels, David Bryne, and Sir Paul McCartney share their thoughts on what the album meant to them. Click here for film trailer, times, locations and associated events.
newportFILM’s May Mini-Fest is presented by Franklin and Company Design Associates. "Mini-Fests" unfold four times a year, capturing the spirit of a film festival in Newport. newportFILM’s mission is to bring educational and entertaining independent film programming to the community that would not otherwise be seen in the area. These Mini-Fests include documentaries, kids films, as well as the occasional amazing narrative.