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Tickets:
General $25
You’ll watch the Oscars on our big screens, enjoy hors d’oeuvres throughout the evening, and even get an entry to win some fantastic door prizes!
VIP $40
VIPs enjoy the regular party, PLUS early admission for a hosted VIP Champagne & Wine Reception, premium seating, and an Oscar Gift Bag!
Three Dollar Bill Cinema members: $2 discount on all ticket prices.
Tickets are $5 more at the door.
21 and over only event.
Please note: the bar at this event is cash only.
Guests will enjoy silent and live auctions, appetizers, sit down dinner, hosted wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and some cinematic surprises!
All proceeds from the auction will help further Three Dollar Bill Cinema’s mission to enrich, strengthen, and connects diverse communities by supporting and exhibiting Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender film.
Donate to the auction. Download our procurement form.
Can’t make it to the auction? Please consider making a donation to our annual fund to support Three Dollar Bill Cinema’s efforts in the community.
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Feb 12, 13, & 14
All shows at 6:30pm
Tickets $10.00
As a special bonus, the Central Cinema kitchen is firing up a very special Valentine’s Menu filled with romantic meal options, champagne, and special sweets for a special price.
Hosted by our very own Cineoke! hosts, Scott and Lance
You know the movie: Christian moves to Paris to pursue a Bohemian lifestyle and falls into a doomed love affair with the most beautiful girl at the Moulin Rouge. But until you’ve seen the movie and sung the songs and learned that lesson in a movie theater filled with other heart-swept people, you’ve never really known what it’s like to be in love. Your heart will swell. Your lungs will burst.
Besides the film (complete with lyric and best-line subtitles), we’ll have prizes for the best costumes, interactive props, and a pre-show Can-Can lesson—that we’ll take to the streets immediately afterwards!
Cineoke hosts Scott and Lance will be at each screening to amp up the fun. Here’s what they have to say about the film: “We love Moulin Rouge because, beyond its obvious fabulousness, it ushered in a whole new generation of movie musicals by bringing a contemporary pop sensibility to the genre while maintaining the high production values of the classics. We love it personally, because we met singing musicals, and Moulin Rouge was the first new musical we learned together. We even sang “Come What May” to each other at our wedding!”
That wedding, by the way, took place at Central Cinema! So bring a date, or else make sure you choose who you sit next to carefully, because you WILL end up falling in love with that person before the credits roll.
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More events to come including Three Dollar Bill Outdoor Cinema and a special Mother’s Day screening. Make sure you are our fan on facebook ( http://www.facebook.com/threedollarbillcinema ) and follow us on twitter ( http://twitter.com/3dollarbillcine ) to stay up to date on our events.
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The beloved 1958 film starring the incomparable Rosalind Russell returns for one night only of festive revelry, a ‘homo for the holidays’ tradition.
Always armed with a colorful dress and an acerbic quip, the flamboyant, vibrant Mame Dennis (Russell) is an unconventional socialite from the roaring 20’s. When her young orphan nephew comes to live in her madcap party pad, Mame takes him under wing for an adventure in living life to its fullest.
“Life’s a banquet and most poor suckers are starving to death,” according to Auntie Mame, but you’ll be free to feast on a spread of free holiday sweet treats and surprises, presented with best wishes from Three Dollar Bill Cinema. (Full menu and beer/wine available throughout the program.)
*Please note: due to Washington state law, the 9:30 pm show will be for ages 21+ only.
{extended} ]]>BEST FEATURE FILM: The Man Who Loved Yngve
Directed by Stian Kristiansen
An unexpectedly delightful film, THE MAN WHO LOVED YNGVE tells a compelling and beautifully cinematic coming-of-age story which captures the cynicism and innocence of self-discovery. Amazing performances and solid storytelling allow Stian Kristiansen to direct a memorable and fully engaging film.
FEATURE FILM HONORABLE MENTION: I Can’t Think Straight
Directed by Shamim Sarif
As a genre, I CAN’T THINK STRAIGHT, is film that needs to be recognized for its complex story and politics. Filmmaker Shamim Sarif is a remarkable storyteller that will continue to push the boundaries of world and social issues.
BEST DOCUMENTARY FILM: Edie & Thea: A Very Long Engagement
Directed by Gréta Olafsdóttir and Susan Muska
A timeless and timely love story that transcends being gay and is truly universal. This deeply intimate portrait of two charming, intelligent women and their life together engages the audience to consider the nature of love, commitment, and the definition of marriage. A movie that touched our hearts and brought the entire audience to tears.
BEST SHORT FILM: Diana
Directed by Aleem Khan
For a powerful and expressive portrayal of alienation based on complex identity. This film uniquely tackles all of the multiple challenges—cultural identity, gender identity, sexual orientation, and family relationships—in a single character.
SHORT FILM HONOURABLE MENTION: Claiming the Title
Directed by Jonathan Joiner and Robert H. Martin
For shedding light on an important part of our combined historical struggle against blatant discrimination. For reminding us that progress is not about winning or losing but about taking courageous, continual, incremental steps.
MOST INNOVATIVE SHORT: The Apple
Directed by Emilie Jouvet
For transcending our expectations of queer cinema. THE APPLE was a visual feast that showed us the sensuality of the forbidden.
2009 Seattle Lesbian & Gay Film Festival Audience Awards
Favorite Narrative Feature: PRAYERS FOR BOBBY, directed by Russell Mulcahy
Favorite Documentary: EDIE & THEA: A VERY LONG ENGAGEMENT, directed by Gréta Olafsdóttir and Susan Muska
Favorite Local Film: WAXIE MOON, directed by Wes Hurley
Favorite Short: CLAIMING THE TITLE, directed by Jonathan Joiner and Robert H. Martin
Favorite Boys Short: DIRTY MAGAZINES, directed by Jay J. Levy
Favorite Girls Short: ONE NIGHT, directed by Laura Jean Cronin
{extended} ]]>Training Rules post-screening Reception—this reception is now included with the regular price ticket for Training Rules. And their was an error in our printed program. This reception is at 6:30pm following the Training Rules screening and panel at Design Within Reach, 1918 1st Ave.
Sharon Gless in person at the Closing Night Gala. Don’t miss Hannah Free with star of the film Sharon Gless (Cagney & Lacey, Queer as Folk, Nip/Tuck) in person at the screening.
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