CineKink Announces Kinky Line-Up for Eleventh Annual Film Festival
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CineKink Announces Kinky Line-Up for Eleventh Annual Film Festival
February 25 – March 2, 2014
NEW YORK, NY; February 18, 2014 – CineKink NYC returns for its eleventh annual appearance on Tuesday, February 25th, bringing with it a specially-curated program of films and videos that celebrate and explore a wide diversity of sexuality. In addition to screenings, plans for the festival also include a short film competition, presentations, audience choice awards, a fund-raising kick-off gala and a concluding afterglow party.
Billing itself as “the kinky film festival,” the event will run February 25-March 2, 2014. Presented by CineKink, an organization dedicated to the recognition and encouragement of sex-positive and kink-friendly depictions in film and television, works presented at CineKink NYC will range from documentary to drama, comedy to experimental, mildly spicy to quite explicit – and everything in between.
“I’m very excited about the range and quality of the works we’re able to present this year,” said Lisa Vandever, co-founder and director of CineKink. “We’ve got just about every possible proclivity and predilection represented and, even more so than previous years, so many offerings that ride the line precisely between what might be ‘indie’ and what might be ‘adult.'”
The CineKink NYC festivities begin Tuesday, February 25th, at 8 PM, with a fundraising kick-off extravaganza to be held at Taj (48 W. 21st Street, NYC), a pansexual celebration that, in addition to music and sexy performances, offers several cinematic gems up on the screen.
The festival then moves to Anthology Film Archives (32 Second Avenue, NYC), Wednesday, February 26 through Saturday, March 1, with several different film and video programs scheduled for each day.
An awards celebration and an AfterGlow/Oscars play party complete the festivities on Sunday, March 2.
WEDNESDAY
Among the headliners, first up on Wednesday, February 26 at 7:00 PM, the festival’s CineKink Season Opener screening of THE SARNOS: A LIFE IN DIRTY MOVIES, profiles legendary sexploitation director Joe Sarno, “the Ingmar Bergman of 42nd Street,” and his wife and collaborator Peggy. Then, at 9:00 PM, a classic offering from the filmmaker’s NYC-centered prime, THE BED AND HOW TO MAKE IT!, details the sordid goings-on that transpire when a young woman goes to work as a chambermaid in her aunt’s motel.
THURSDAY
On Thursday, February 27 at 7:00 PM, in NSWF, two strangers enter a sexy liaison that is heavy on roleplay and cloaked in the semi-anonymity of an online, casual relationship. Then, at 9:00 PM, a collection of kinky short works, AT YOUR SERVICE, explores the various dimensions and dynamics of sexual service and submission.
FRIDAY
On Friday, March 1 at 6:30 PM, MR. ANGEL chronicles the extraordinary life of transgender advocate, educator, porn pioneer Buck Angel. At 8:30 PM, in BLURRED LINES, a hot set of hot shorts rides the line and throws a bit of everything into the mix. And at 10:30 PM, in HÄPPCHENWEISE, a video experiment brings together six protagonists – mostly unknown to each other – to talk about their sexuality and, as they become more comfortable, to act upon it.
SATURDAY
Kicking off Saturday, March 2 at 1:00 PM, driven by the motto “America needs better porn!” THE PORNO JIM SHOW presents entertaining insights into the state of modern pornography and an overview look at what’s hot (and not) now.
At 2:30 PM the discussion continues, as the panel SEX IT UP! looks at an old aesthetic distinction – the difference between art and porn – and why it’s become increasingly irrelevant.
At 4:00 PM, a special industry showcase, BRING IT!, features a dazzling array of talent from today’s adult cinema, each representing a wide range of genres and visual styles, all stepping up with a hot sampling of their recent creative endeavors.
At 7:00 PM, BROKEN SIDE OF TIME combines photo shoots using actual photographers, and a narrative based on some of their real-life adventures, to tell the tale of one model, Dolce, who’s looking for a better life on the other side of the camera.
And at 9:45 PM, FOLSOM FOREVER is the story of how a small San Francisco street fair grew into the biggest outdoor kink and fetish event in the world, and managed to do a lot of good along the way.
SUNDAY
CineKink NYC concludes the evening of Sunday, March 2 at7:00 PM, with an Awards Celebration, including presentation of the annual festival awards, to be followed at 8:30 PM by the CineKink Afterglow (and Oscars!) Party, one last chance to mingle with like-minded festival-goers and enjoy a few additional screenings, and continuous coverage of the Academy Awards, this time in a relaxed play party setting. The locations for both events will be announced at a later date.
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TICKETS AND PASSES
Tickets and passes may be purchased via http://cinekinknyc2014.eventbrite.com
ADMISSION
Tickets are $10/$9 advance; $7 for seniors and students.
A limited number of CineKink All-Access Passes, covering admission to all screening programs/panels, plus all parties, are available in advance for $90; $60 for students/seniors; $50 for CineKinksters & Friends w/Benefits (CineKink supporters).
SPONSORS
Sponsors for CineKink NYC/2014 include Bowery Bliss, Crystal Delights, KinkyMedical.net and Takedown Piracy, along with DistribPix, Leather Archives & Museum, National Coalition for Sexual Freedom, Pleasure Salon, Purple Passion and The Eulenspiegel Society.
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ABOUT CINEKINK NYC
Billing itself as “the kinky film festival,” CineKink NYC returns for its 11th annual appearance February 25-March 2, 2014, to be followed by a national showcase tour. Presented by CineKink, an organization dedicated to the recognition and encouragement of sex-positive and kink-friendly depictions in film and television, works featured at CineKink range from documentary to drama, comedy to experimental, mildly spicy to quite explicit – and everything in between.
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CINEKINK NYC – Program Descriptions
February 25 through March 2, 2014
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25 ******************
Tuesday, February 25 – 8:00 PM
KICK-OFF GALA & FUNDRAISER
Put on your shiny finery and come help us kick off CineKink NYC in proper style! A pansexual celebration of epic proportions, in addition to music and performance, our opening night gala will feature some filmic morsels worthy of capping off a decade of cinematic decadence.
With all proceeds going to support the continuation of CineKink’s sex-positive and kink-friendly program mission, it’s mixing and mashing for a good cause!
Featured films:
Monotony
Directed by Russell Sheaffer, 2013, USA, 3 minutes.
Fantasy, desire and our morning rituals.
Holy F#&%
Directed by Marie Elisa Scheidt, 2013, Germany, 7 minutes.
When we bend and break the rules of language, the world itself can become wider, deeper, bigger!
SPECIAL LOCATION:
Taj Lounge
48 W. 21st Street (@ Fifth Ave), NYC
SPECIAL ADMISSION
Suggested donation: $20 door/$15 advance
PROGRAM LINK: http://dev.cinekink.com/programs-and-events/nyc/cinekink-nyc-2014/kick-off-gala/
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27 ******************
PLEASE NOTE
Location for all screenings/panels taking place February 27-March 2, 2014:
Anthology Film Archives
32 Second Avenue (@ Second Street), NYC
Wednesday, February 26 – 7:00 PM
CineKink Season Opener!
THE SARNOS: A LIFE IN DIRTY MOVIES
Directed by Wiktor Ericsson, 2013, Sweden, 80 minutes.
A love story about legendary sexploitation director Joe Sarno, “the Ingmar Bergman of 42nd Street,” and his wife and collaborator Peggy. Following the couple for a year, as 88-year old Joe struggles to get a new project off the ground, the film’s intimate perspective reveals a filmmaker’s golden years and a quest for significance, while providing a look back at the evolution of softcore films into the hardcore porn that all but put the Sarnos out of business.
PROGRAM LINK: http://dev.cinekink.com/programs-and-events/nyc/cinekink-nyc-2014/the-sarnos-a-life-in-dirty-movies/
Wednesday, February 26 – 9:00 PM
THE BED AND HOW TO MAKE IT
Directed by Joseph Sarno, 1966, USA, 90 minutes. Starring Francine Ashley, Judson Todd, Loraine Claire and Peggy Steffans.
In this classic from Joe Sarno’s early, NYC-centered prime, sordid goings-on transpire when a young woman goes to work as a chambermaid in her aunt’s motel. Setting her sights first on her aunt’s husband, she soon sets off a chain of bed-hopping intrigue, blackmail and psycho-sexual revenge.
PROGRAM LINK: http://dev.cinekink.com/programs-and-events/nyc/cinekink-nyc-2014/the-bed-and-how-to-make-it/
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27 ******************
Thursday, February 27 – 7:00 PM
New York Premiere!
NSFW
Directed by Ryan Balas, 2013, USA, 69 minutes. Starring Richard Buonagurio, Audrey Kovar and Deirdre Herlihy.
Oft-nude Tumblr star Elenore is wending her way through the dynamics of a relationship with a powerful business woman when she meets Eugene, a happily-married office drone. The two begin a liaison that is heavy on roleplay and cloaked in the semi-anonymity that can only come from digitally-born casual relationships. As Elenore slowly peels back Eugene’s shell, she gets a glimpse of his motivations for finding her, and what was once an attempt at a strictly sexual exchange becomes a meaningful connection of intimacy both hilarious and absurd, sincere and complex.
preceded by
World Premiere
UN BISOUS AMERICAIN
Directed by JM Darling, 2013, USA, 9 minutes.
PROGRAM LINK: http://dev.cinekink.com/programs-and-events/nyc/cinekink-nyc-2014/nsfw/
Thursday, February 27 – 9:00 PM
AT YOUR SERVICE (shorts program)
A collection of kinky shorts that explore the various dimensions and dynamics of sexual service and submission.
San Francisco Light (Armand Ruhlman, 2013, USA, 4 minutes),
The Perfect Woman (Julie Simone, 2013, USA, 4 minutes),
Duty Bound (Morgana Muses, 2013, Australia, 4 minutes),
50 Shades of Graying (J. Brown, 2013, USA, 6 minutes),
Mistress (Stephen Elliott, 2013, USA, 4 minutes),
Mistress (Paul Deeb, 2013, USA, 4 minutes),
Human Warmth (Christophe Predari, 2012, Belgium, 11 minutes)
Use Me Up (Dawn Aiden, 2012, USA, 8 minutes),
Black Folk Don’t: Do BDSM (Angela Tuckers, 2013, USA, 10 minutes),
Music Box (Anna Brownfield, 2013, Australia, 11 minutes)
Ein Wochenende in Deutschland (Johan Soldat, 2013, Germany, 25 minutes).
(Total program running time is 99 minutes.)
PROGRAM LINK: http://dev.cinekink.com/programs-and-events/nyc/cinekink-nyc-2014/at-your-service/
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28 *********************
Friday, February 28 – 6:30 PM
New York Premiere
MR. ANGEL
Directed by Dan Hunt, 2013, USA, 69 minutes.
Chronicles the extraordinary life of transgender advocate, educator, porn pioneer (and beloved CineKink alumnus filmmaker) Buck Angel. Buck has survived addiction, homelessness, suicide and relentless opposition to his gender expression, yet he still lives his truth without compromise or apology. Features interviews with with talk show host Tyra Banks, author and columnist Dan Savage, sexologists Lux Alptraum and Tristan Taormino, porn mogul Michael Lucas and actress/AVN winner Sasha Grey.
preceded by
DEAR JIZ (Ms. Naughty, 2013, Australia, 10 minutes; featuring Jiz Lee).
PROGRAM LINK: http://dev.cinekink.com/programs-and-events/nyc/cinekink-nyc-2014/mr-angel/
Friday, February 28 – 8:30 PM
BLURRED LINES (Shorts Program)
This hot set of hot shorts rides the line and throws a bit of everything into the mix!
Another Happy Anniversary (Miranda Bailey, USA, 2013, 21 minutes)
Gay for Pay (Austin Ryan Vuz, USA, 2013, 8 minutes)
Ouroboros (Aaron Bear, USA, 2013, 3 minutes)
Because I Want You to Watch (Sonya Barnett, Canada, 2013, 5 minutes)
Trains – Final Cut (Paul Deeb, USA, 2013, 10 minutes)
Quintet (David Bloom, Germany, 2013, 22 minutes)
The One on the Bottom (Zahra Stardust, Australia, 2013, 14 minutes)
Chrysalis (Gala Vanting, Australia, 2013, 5 minutes)
Total program running time is 88 minutes.
PROGRAM LINK: http://dev.cinekink.com/programs-and-events/nyc/cinekink-nyc-2014/blurred-lines/
Friday, February 28 – 10:30 PM
US Premiere!
HÄPPCHENWEISE
Directed by Maike Brochhaus, Germany, 2013, 72 minutes.
One night, six bodies – and much to discover. Somewhere between aesthetic statement and a reality show, this fascinating experiment brings together six protagonists – mostly unknown to each other – to talk about their sexuality and, as they become more comfortable, to act upon it. Real sex between real people, this is a film that shows how bodies and minds might meet when given opportunity and permission. Plays with OPEN OPTIONS (Elizabeth Pelletier, USA, 2013, 14 minutes).
PROGRAM LINK:
SATURDAY, MARCH 1 ***************
Saturday, March 1 – 1:00 PM
THE PORNO JIM SHOW
Driven by his motto “America Needs Better Porn,” Porno Jim presents entertaining insights into the state of modern pornography and an overview sampling of what’s hot (and not) now!
PROGRAM LINK: http://dev.cinekink.com/programs-and-events/nyc/cinekink-nyc-2014/the-porno-jim-show/
Saturday March 1 – 2:30 PM
SEX IT UP! (Panel Discussion)
What’s the difference between art and porn? The old joke is that “one is in focus,” but it’s also an aesthetic distinction that is increasingly irrelevant. Just as more “mainstream” indie filmmakers are utilizing explicit themes and imagery in their works, a new school of directors working on the adult side of the industry are creating works that defy the porn clichés. Several filmmakers and performers from the CineKink 2014 festival line-up will discuss what it takes to create stories that move behind the bedroom door and embrace the full range of our experiences.
PROGRAM LINK: http://dev.cinekink.com/programs-and-events/nyc/cinekink-nyc-2014/sex-it-up/
Saturday March 2 – 4:00 PM
BRING IT! (Industry Showcase/Clip Program)
A dazzling array of talent from today’s adult cinema, working in a wide range of genres and visual styles, steps up with a hot sampling of their recent creative endeavors. This year’s program includes:
Bed Party (Shine Louise Houston, 2013, USA, 18 minutes),
de-railed (Quinn Cassidy and Creamy Coconut, 2013, USA, 12 minutes),
Mermaids & Unicorns (Madison Young, 2013, USA, excerpt TBD),
My Inner Little Girl (Pandora Blake, 2013, United Kingdom, 18 minutes),
Sheri Loves Julie (Julie Simone, 2013, USA, 22 minutes),
Submission of Emma Marx (Eddie Powell and Jacky St. James, 2013, USA, excerpt tbd),
Trans Grrrls: Revoution Porn Style Now (Courtney Trouble, 2013, USA, 12 minutes)
Transported (Ms. Naughty, 2013, Australia, 8 minutes)
PROGRAM LINK: http://dev.cinekink.com/programs-and-events/nyc/cinekink-nyc-2014/bring-it/
Saturday, March 1 – 7:00 PM
BROKEN SIDE OF TIME
(Directed by Gorman Bechard, 2013, USA, 126 minutes. Starring Lynn Mancinell.)
Over a million women have modeling portfolios online, and Dolce is one of the models who have made a career of it. But now 30, and tired of competing with 18-year-olds, Dolce realizes what once made her feel most alive is now bringing her down. Before starting a new career behind the camera, she embarks on a long road trip home, shooting with her favorite photographers one last time, and shedding some old lifestyle vices along the way. Combines real photo shoots using actual photographers, and a narrative based on some of their real-life adventures in front of the lens, for a uniquely creative behind-the-scenes glimpse.
PROGRAM LINK: http://dev.cinekink.com/programs-and-events/nyc/cinekink-nyc-2014/broken-side-of-time/
Saturday, March 2 – 9:45 PM
US Premiere!
FOLSOM FOREVER
(Directed by Mike Skiff, 2014, USA, 72 minutes.)
In 1984, a scrappy little neighborhood in San Francisco – home to many low-income tenants and the heart of the gay male leather scene – faced destruction from the bulldozers of redevelopment and the AIDS crisis. The Folsom Street Fair was started to call attention to gentrification and raise money for AIDS charities. This is the story of how this small street fair grew into the biggest outdoor kink and fetish event in the world, and managed to do a lot of good along the way.
preceded by
PISTOLS TO PORN (Meg Smaker, 2013, USA, 6 minutes) and TOM’S GIFT (Charles Lum, 2013, USA, 7 minutes)
PROGRAM LINK: http://dev.cinekink.com/programs-and-events/nyc/cinekink-nyc-2014/folsom-forever/
SUNDAY, MARCH 2 ******************
Sunday, March 2 – 7:00 PM
7:00 PM – CINEKINK AWARDS CELEBRATION
Come out and drink a toast to this year’s fantastic crop of CineKink filmmakers as we present the annual “CineKinky”!
LOCATION: TBA, please check website for information
ADMISSION: Free!! 21+ only.
PROGRAM LINK:
Sunday, March 2 – 8:30 PM
CINEKINK AFTERGLOW (+ OSCARS) PARTY
This year the Academy of Motion Pictures moved their little awards event to OUR usual date… so it looks like we’ll be spanking with the stars! One last chance to meet, mix and mingle with fellow CineKinksters, this time in a relaxed play party setting. Snuggle into the sofas, find a private nook or recline across a spanking bench and settle in for one final evening of CineKinky goodness unfolding all around. In addition to continuous coverage of the 86th Annual Academy Awards, featured works for the evening include: SIREN WOLF & ZELDA DU JOUR (Shine Louise Houston, 2013, USA, 19 minutes) and RIOT GIRLS (Dee D, 2013, United Kingdom, 126 minutes).
LOCATION: Downtown loft; address given to ticket/pass