4th Annual Puppets on Film Fest at BAM

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Published on Friday, 19 September 2014 16:01

Written by Renzo Adler

Not quite a live performance, but not quite animation, puppets occupy a strange space on the screen. Brought to life through skilled craftsmanship and imaginative performances, the puppet is a versatile vehicle for comedy or tragedy throughout the world. And now the BAMcinematek in conjunction with the Jim Henson Foundation, will be presenting the fourth annual Puppets on Film festival, October 24 – 26, 2014.

Opening the fest is a celebration of the 1980’s cult classic, Dark Crystal with appearances by conceptual designers Brian and Wendy Froud, the New York premiere of Toby Froud’s award-winning short Lessons Learned.

Steven Lippman’s documentary, Behind the Lid, about the life of puppeteer Basil Twist, will be having its world premiere at the fest, along with an appearance by Twist.  Premiering along with it will be Emily Lobsenz’s short film The Never Bell.

The Shortstack! Kids Shorts Programs highlights short films for kids of all ages, along with a screening of Muppets Most Wanted, with an appearance by puppeteer Bil Baird.
There are also workshops for teens and adults looking to try their own hand at the craft of puppetry with the Puppets Dreams Filmmaking Symposium. And for those of you craving some sci-fi, both Return of the Jedi and Attack the Block will be screened with guest speakers.

To learn more, go to: http://www.bam.org/BAMcinematek

Puppets on Film festival
October 24 – 26, 2014

BAM
Peter Jay Sharp Building
30 Lafayette Ave
New York, NY 11217

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