Stand Clear of the Closing Doors is an award-winning film from director Sam Fleischner, m ss ng p eces, and SeeThink Films. It’s a moving portrait of New York, told through the parallel journeys of a 13-year-old autistic boy and his mother. The film was shot almost entirely on the subway and on Rockaway Beach before, during and after Hurricane Sandy.
“Intense and indelible ... it is completely, exhilaratingly alive." - New York Times
"The cast is terrific, the movie is extremely well-shot up close and personal ... Fleischner’s formalist approach is admirably uningratiating." - Hoberman
"One of the most on-the-nose portrayals of the New York subway system in the past decade."
"A timely story that has been desperately needed ... a film that falls between documentary and narrative by simply being true." - Indiewire
m ss ng p eces is a Brooklyn-based creative production company inspired by storytelling, technology and the limitless potential of the web. They provide production, creative, and design services to likeminded collaborators. Since 2005, they’ve hand-crafted stories and experiences that celebrate the human spirit, innovation, art and culture.
Join us for BUTTER: A Night of Pop Culture and Popcorn on Thursday, May 30th and celebrate this amazing feature-length film.
Open bar.
Unlimited popcorn.
Fatboy® beanbag chairs.
Q&A with Director Sam Fleischner and Executive Producer Ari Kuschnir.
EVENT FILLS UP QUICKLY. RSVP IN ADVANCE.
$5 / ADC members $10 / non-members
$15 at the door.
JUNE 2013
01 - 30
ADC 91st Annual Awards and Young Guns X Traveling Exhibition at VCU Brandcenter
Have you ever hiked by moonlight? This 5-mile hike through a fresh spring forest will give you a new perspective on nightlife. Along our route we’ll take in the nighttime sounds of nature until reaching our remote camp.
We’ll work as a team to collect wood and build our setting for an inspiring discussion around the campfire, complete with s’mores for everyone.
Price: $50 Depart: 7:00pm (sunset time 8:13pm) Return: 1:00am Bring: A daypack including: 2L of water, packed dinner, snacks, extra layers, a warm hat and light gloves, headlamp or flashlight. Wear: Hike appropriate, or athletic clothing (no cotton!). Hiking boots recommended. The nighttime air will still be crisp – hiking pants and long sleeve shirts are a must.
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Adventure Club: PANTONE® Scavenger Hunt and Wine Tasting
Find the most inspiring colors rooted in nature. After a short hike into the fresh spring forest, we’ll split into teams of two and embark on a Pantone scavenger hunt with color guide in hand. The challenge: match the most Pantone Colors to your natural surroundings.
Flowers, leaves, logs, grass, and even the sky above you. Make sure you snap a pic of each matchup – the two adventurers with the most color matches will each win a Pantone Portable Guide Studio ($499 value).
After the scavenger hunt, we’ll head to the Warwick Winery and Distillery for a little wine-down and colorful conversation.
Price: $55 (includes a free PANTONE® Plus Formula Guide) Depart: 9:00am Return: 6:30pm Bring: A daypack including: 3L of water, packed lunch, snacks, bug spray, sunscreen . Wear: Hike appropriate or athletic clothing (no cotton!). Hiking boots recommended. You may also bring a comfortable change of clothes and shoes for the wine tasting.
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BUTTER: A Night of Pop Culture and Popcorn feat. "The Defector"
Dragon is a human smuggler who leads North Korean defectors across borders for a living. His latest undercover trip with Sook-Ja and Yong-hee takes an unexpected turn when they are left stranded in China, putting their dramatic escape plan into question. Their perilous journey reflects the reality of tens of thousands of North Koreans currently in hiding in China. Filmed undercover by a Korean-Canadian filmmaker, Ann Shin gets intimate access with these three individuals in this POV film and explores universal questions about human rights, smuggling and the pursuit of freedom.
Had a stressful week? This trip will be a breath of fresh air. Join us as we welcome spring and rejuvenate the body, mind and spirit while taking in the scenic views of Black Rock Forest.
The adventure begins with a brief hike before enjoying a guided meditation beside an old ruin. Then we’ll set off for the first leg of the hike, a wonderful way to warm the body and calm the mind before our yoga practice.
We’ll journey around the trails, enjoy views of the valley and forest canopy, and pass some quiet lakes before finding nature's own yoga studio. There, we’ll lay out our mats for a dynamic yoga session designed to melt stress, promote circulation, create inner and outer strength, and achieve balance... all while embracing the beauty of our surroundings.
Afterwards, we’ll travel a short distance for a lunch break and find a perfect place for an optional swim. Bring your camera and swimsuit, and anything else you'd like to have as we unwind.
This hike will be an excellent trip for beginner to intermediate hikers, yoga enthusiasts, and anyone looking to ease some of the creative stress.
Price: $55 Depart: 8:30am Return: 6:00pm Bring: A daypack including: 3L of water, packed lunch, snacks, bug spray, sunscreen, yoga mat. Wear: Hike appropriate/athletic or yoga clothing (no cotton!). Hiking boots are recommended. You can also pack your yoga clothing separately and change before our session.
AUGUST 2013
01 - 31
ADC 91st Annual Awards and Young Guns X Traveling Exhibition at VCU Brandcenter
