It's May! The leaves are out, the sun is shining! Let's go inside and watch cartoons!
Did I say "cartoons"? I meant "animation," of course. The Northwest Animation Festival is now in its third year, and is bringing a copious -- copious! -- volume of funny, provocative, moving, beautiful, and/or startling animation to the City of Roses. Specifically, to the Hollywood Theater, where there are afternoon and evening programs May 17-19.
Having watched EVERY SINGLE MINUTE of EVERY SINGLE FILM last year, I really can not recommend this thing highly enough. The varieties of technique, narrative style, and mood available under the umbrella of "animation" is just dazzling. I suggest you out-of-towners see if you can find some cheap airfare. We'll put you up at the Castle, or something.
Here's the link: http://www.nwanimationfest.com/
Now, last year I rather rashly offered to buy a big bag of candy for anyone who found me at the Festival and identified themself as an IAT reader. I had the candy all ready, but no one came forward. This led to an unfortunate overdose on "Reese's Pieces" which I do not wish to revisit. No special offers this year. The festival will be its own reward. Promise!
thanks so much for posting this, mr. 5000. i'm pretty happy to hear you enjoyed so much of the fest last year, though i am sorry i missed out on the reeses pieces.
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