
SFS Discussion #75
Cruising (1980)
This June, our film discussion group will be covering the films of William Friedkin
Moderator: TBD
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: Cruising is available for rental on Amazon, Google or Apple TV.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Locals Only - #18
The Seattle Film Society’s June Locals Only event will feature four otherworldly shorts that are sure to leave you confused, laughing, and in awe- possibly all at the same time:
Ghost Town by Molly Muse
The Cabin by Ryan Ortgiesen
Acid Test by Andrew Akada
The Fates and the Holly King by Will Ammann
It’s gonna be a trippy fun time, so grab your pals and come check out some weird and wild local films! Doors at 6:30PM, screening from 7:00PM to 8:30PM. Afters to follow!
What
LOCALS ONLY is a recurring presentation of local short films presented by the Seattle Film Society. Each month, SFS curates an intimate lineup of high-quality films from local independent filmmakers and showcases them for a community of filmmakers and film lovers. Screenings include in-depth Q&A’s with the filmmakers, as well as the opportunity to engage with the broader Seattle filmmaking community.
Where
1515 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
When
Thursday, May 29th / 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Doors open at 6:30pm
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased soon at here.
Films
Afters 🍻
After the screenings, SFS and the filmmakers will stay at NW Film Forum to talk and have drinks! Around 9:00PM - 9:30PM we’ll head over to a nearby bar to hang some more.





SFS Discussion #74
The Exorcist (1973)
This June, our film discussion group will be covering the films of William Friedkin
Moderator: TBD
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: The Exorcist is available to stream on Amazon Prime, and available for rental on Amazon, Google or Apple TV.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Open Screen #5
What
An open mic night for Washington filmmakers!
Need feedback on your latest cinematic masterpiece? Want to share some embarrassing home videos from your youth? Searching for a place where strangers will watch videos of your dog on the big screen? Come on out!
Seattle Open Screen is connecting filmmakers of all levels by showing any film (ten minutes or less) on the big screen here at Seattle Open Arts Place! Films screen on a first-come first-screen basis, so get here early!
Doors at 7PM and screening from 7:30PM to 9PM.
Head over to the pub afterward to socialize with other filmmakers!
Where
Seattle Open Arts Place
1406 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98122
When
Tuesday, June 17th / 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Doors open at 7:00pm
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased here.
Additional Details
Please bring videos on a standard Windows or Mac-compatible thumb drive.
Preferred format: MP4 or MOV files, compressed H.264
Ideal video specs:
Resolution: 1080p or 720p
Frame Rates: 23.976, 24, 29.97, 30, 59.94, or 60
Subtitles (optional): Superimposed on the video
We will try to accommodate all types of video formats, but if we are unable to play the video we will skip it.
Afters 🍻
After the screenings, SFS and the filmmakers will stay at Seattle Open Arts Place to talk and have drinks! Around 9:30PM - 10PM we’ll head over to Neighbor Lady Public House (1133 24th Ave Unit Q, Seattle, WA 98122) to hang some more.

SFS Discussion #73
The French Connection (1971)
This June, our film discussion group will be covering the films of William Friedkin
Moderator: TBD
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: The French Connection is available to stream on the Criterion Channel, and available for rental on Amazon, Google or Apple TV.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.


SFS Discussion #72
SORCERER (1977)
This June, our film discussion group will be covering the films of William Friedkin.
For this discussion, we’ll be attending SIFF’s Movie Club, where they’ll be playing SORCERER at SIFF Cinema Uptown at 6:00pm. Afterwards, we’ll join their movie club at THE TRAVELING GOAT to discuss the film.
Moderator: SIFF Movie Club
Meeting Time: 6:00pm
Screening at: SIFF Cinema Uptown
Discussing at: The Traveling Goat (621 1/2 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109)


Locals Only - #17
What
LOCALS ONLY is a recurring presentation of local short films presented by the Seattle Film Society. Each month, SFS curates an intimate lineup of high-quality films from local independent filmmakers and showcases them for a community of filmmakers and film lovers. Screenings include in-depth Q&A’s with the filmmakers, as well as the opportunity to engage with the broader Seattle filmmaking community.
Where
1515 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
When
Thursday, May 29th / 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Doors open at 6:30pm
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased soon at here.
Films
Afters 🍻
After the screenings, SFS and the filmmakers will stay at NW Film Forum to talk and have drinks! Around 9:30PM - 10PM we’ll head over to a nearby bar to hang some more.

SFS Discussion #71
CORALINE (2009)
This May, our film discussion group will be covering three films seen as “Twisted Fairytales”
Moderator: TBD
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: Coraline is available to stream for rental on Amazon, Google or Apple TV.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Open Screen #4
What
An open mic night for Washington filmmakers!
Need feedback on your latest cinematic masterpiece? Want to share some embarrassing home videos from your youth? Searching for a place where strangers will watch videos of your dog on the big screen? Come on out!
Seattle Open Screen is connecting filmmakers of all levels by showing any film (ten minutes or less) on the big screen here at Seattle Open Arts Place! Films screen on a first-come first-screen basis, so get here early!
Doors at 7PM and screening from 7:30PM to 9PM.
Head over to the pub afterward to socialize with other filmmakers!
Where
Seattle Open Arts Place
1406 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98122
When
Tuesday, May 27th / 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Doors open at 7:00pm
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased here.
Additional Details
Please bring videos on a standard Windows or Mac-compatible thumb drive.
Preferred format: MP4 or MOV files, compressed H.264
Ideal video specs:
Resolution: 1080p or 720p
Frame Rates: 23.976, 24, 29.97, 30, 59.94, or 60
Subtitles (optional): Superimposed on the video
We will try to accommodate all types of video formats, but if we are unable to play the video we will skip it.
Afters 🍻
After the screenings, SFS and the filmmakers will stay at Seattle Open Arts Place to talk and have drinks! Around 9:30PM - 10PM we’ll head over to Neighbor Lady Public House (1133 24th Ave Unit Q, Seattle, WA 98122) to hang some more.

SFS Discussion #70
PAN’S LABYRINTH (2006)
This May, our film discussion group will be covering three films seen as “Twisted Fairytales”
Moderator: TBD
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: Pan’s Labyrinth is available to stream for rental on Amazon, Google or Apple TV.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.


SFS Discussion #69
THE PRINCESS BRIDE (1987)
This May, our film discussion group will be covering three films seen as “Twisted Fairytales”
Moderator: TBD
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: The Princess Bride is available to stream on Disney+, Hulu, AMC+ and for rental on Amazon, Google or Apple TV.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

SFS Discussion #68
10 CLOVERFIELD LANE (2016)
This April, our film discussion group will be covering five feature films that use every nook and cranny of a single space to tell carefully crafted tales.
Moderator: Tavis
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: 10 Cloverfield Lane is available to stream on Prime Video, and for rental on Amazon, Google or Apple TV.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.



SFS Discussion #67
SLEUTH (1972)
This April, our film discussion group will be covering five feature films that use every nook and cranny of a single space to tell carefully crafted tales.
Moderator: John Perkins
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: Sleuth is available for video rental from Scarecrow Video.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Open Screen #3
What
An open mic night for Washington filmmakers!
Need feedback on your latest cinematic masterpiece? Want to share some embarrassing home videos from your youth? Searching for a place where strangers will watch videos of your dog on the big screen? Come on out!
Seattle Open Screen is connecting filmmakers of all levels by showing any film (ten minutes or less) on the big screen here at Seattle Open Arts Place! Films screen on a first-come first-screen basis, so get here early!
Doors at 7PM and screening from 7:30PM to 9PM.
Head over to the pub afterward to socialize with other filmmakers!
Where
Seattle Open Arts Place
1406 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98122
When
Tuesday, April 29th / 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Doors open at 7:00pm
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased here.
Additional Details
Please bring videos on a standard Windows or Mac-compatible thumb drive.
Preferred format: MP4 or MOV files, compressed H.264
Ideal video specs:
Resolution: 1080p or 720p
Frame Rates: 23.976, 24, 29.97, 30, 59.94, or 60
Subtitles (optional): Superimposed on the video
We will try to accommodate all types of video formats, but if we are unable to play the video we will skip it.
Afters 🍻
After the screenings, SFS and the filmmakers will stay at Seattle Open Arts Place (formerly 18th & Union) to talk and have drinks! Around 9:30PM - 10PM we’ll head over to Neighbor Lady Public House (1133 24th Ave Unit Q, Seattle, WA 98122) to hang some more.

Locals Only - #16
What
LOCALS ONLY is a recurring presentation of local short films presented by the Seattle Film Society. Each month, SFS curates an intimate lineup of high-quality films from local independent filmmakers and showcases them for a community of filmmakers and film lovers. Screenings include in-depth Q&A’s with the filmmakers, as well as the opportunity to engage with the broader Seattle filmmaking community.
Where
Northwest Film Forum
1515 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
When
Wednesday, April 23rd / 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Doors open at 7:00pm
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased soon at here.
Films
Afters 🍻
After the screenings, SFS and the filmmakers will stay at NW Film Forum to talk and have drinks! Around 9:30PM - 10PM we’ll head over to a nearby bar to hang some more.


SFS Discussion #66
MY DINNER WITH ANDRE (1981)
This April, our film discussion group will be covering five feature films that use every nook and cranny of a single space to tell carefully crafted tales.
Moderator: Alexis Thornton
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: My Dinner With Andre is available to stream on Max and Criterion, and for rental on Amazon, Google or Apple TV.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.


SFS Discussion #65
THE BREAKFAST CLUB (1985)
This April, our film discussion group will be covering five feature films that use every nook and cranny of a single space to tell carefully crafted tales.
Moderator: Tyler James
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: The Breakfast Club is available for rental on Amazon, Google or Apple TV.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.


SFS Discussion #64
ROPE (1948)
This April, our film discussion group will be covering five feature films that use every nook and cranny of a single space to tell carefully crafted tales.
Moderator: Alexis Thornton
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: Rope is available for rental on Amazon, Google or Apple TV.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.


Locals Only - #15
What
LOCALS ONLY is a recurring presentation of local short films presented by the Seattle Film Society. Each month, SFS curates an intimate lineup of high-quality films from local independent filmmakers and showcases them for a community of filmmakers and film lovers. Screenings include in-depth Q&A’s with the filmmakers, as well as the opportunity to engage with the broader Seattle filmmaking community. We’re proud to partner with Seattle Open Arts Place (formerly 18th & Union) as our screening venue for this event!
Where
Seattle Open Arts Place
1406 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98122
When
Thursday, March 27th / 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Doors open at 7:00pm
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased soon at seattleopenartsplace.org
Films
Afters 🍻
After the screenings, SFS and the filmmakers will stay at Seattle Open Arts Place to talk and have drinks! Around 9:30PM - 10PM we’ll head over to Neighbor Lady Public House (1133 24th Ave Unit Q, Seattle, WA 98122) to hang some more.

SFS Discussion #63
FRANCES HA (2012)
This March, our Film Discussion Group is focusing on Greta Gerwig: Actor to Director.
Moderator: Alexis Thornton
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: Frances Ha is available to stream on Kanopy, Mubi, Criterion, and AMC+, and for rental on Amazon, Google or Apple TV.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

SFS Discussion #62
NIGHTS AND WEEKENDS (2008)
This March, our Film Discussion Group is focusing on Greta Gerwig: Actor to Director.
Moderator: Tyler James
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/W5yZBgEYUR)
Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".
Due to the scheduling issues this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in February.
Where to Watch: Nights and Weekends is available to stream on AMC+ and for rental on Amazon, Google or Apple TV.
As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.


Open Screen #2
What
An open mic night for Washington filmmakers!
Need feedback on your latest cinematic masterpiece? Want to share some embarrassing home videos from your youth? Searching for a place where strangers will watch videos of your dog on the big screen? Come on out!
Seattle Open Screen is connecting filmmakers of all levels by showing any film (ten minutes or less) on the big screen here at Seattle Open Arts Place! Films screen on a first-come first-screen basis, so get here early!
Doors at 7PM and screening from 7:30PM to 9PM.
Head over to the pub afterward to socialize with other filmmakers!
Where
Seattle Open Arts Place
1406 18th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98122
When
Monday, March 17th / 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Doors open at 7:00pm
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased here.
Additional Details
Please bring videos on a standard Windows or Mac-compatible thumb drive.
Preferred format: MP4 or MOV files, compressed H.264
Ideal video specs:
Resolution: 1080p or 720p
Frame Rates: 23.976, 24, 29.97, 30, 59.94, or 60
Subtitles (optional): Superimposed on the video
We will try to accommodate all types of video formats, but if we are unable to play the video we will skip it.
Afters 🍻
After the screenings, SFS and the filmmakers will stay at Seattle Open Arts Place (formerly 18th & Union) to talk and have drinks! Around 9:30PM - 10PM we’ll head over to Neighbor Lady Public House (1133 24th Ave Unit Q, Seattle, WA 98122) to hang some more.