NoHo Pride Film Fest presents Summer of Camp!

All the Camp You Can Handle – and S’more! NoHo Pride Film Fest presents Summer of Camp!

Minnesota, Polyester, Drop Dead Gorgeous, Valley of the Dolls, But I’m a Cheerleader

Join Us in Our Micro-Cinema for Four Fabulous Nights of Films, Fandom, and Functioning Air Conditioning

Special Guests & Conversations After Each Screening

All screenings are free and open to the public!

Doors Open 6:30 p.m. Screening begins 7:00 p.m.

Only 50 seats available!

Festival Lineup:

Monday, June 22 – Drop Dead Gorgeous, 1999 -- This cult classic mockumentary takes a dark, hilarious look at a small-town Minnesota beauty pageant where contestants "die" to win. Featuring an iconic ensemble cast—Kirsten Dunst, Denise Richards, Allison Janney, Brittany Murphy, Ellen Barkin, Kirstie Alley, and Amy Adams (in her film debut). Directed by Michael Patrick Jann and written by Lona Williams, it’s a viciously funny, sharp satire. With a post-film podcast taping of “This Ends At Prom” featuring hosts BJ Colangelo and Harmony Colangelo.
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Tuesday, June 23 – Polyester, 1981 – In John Waters’ satirical masterpiece, suburban housewife Francine Fishpaw (Divine) sees her life crumble via a cheating husband, delinquent children, and a snobbish mother. Seeking escape, she finds a potential savior in a handsome stranger (Tab Hunter). Featuring the infamous "Odorama" scratch-and-sniff experience. With a post-film talkback featuring film journalist Sean Abley. 
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Wednesday, June 24 – Valley of the Dolls, 1967 - Experience the ultimate 1960s camp classic! Based on Jacqueline Susann's scandalous novel, Valley of the Dolls follows three ambitious young women rising to showbiz stardom in New York, only to tumble into a downward spiral of pills, alcohol, and tragic heartbreak. A nostalgic, melodic, and melodramatic tale of fame's dark side. Starring Barbara Parkins (Anne), Patty Duke (Neely), Sharon Tate (Jennifer) with a post-film talkback featuring film critic Alonso Duralde and Stephen Rebello, author of Dolls! Dolls! Dolls!
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Thursday, June 25 – But I’m A Cheerleader, 1999 - Cult Classic Queer Comedy Naive cheerleader Megan (Natasha Lyonne) is sent to a pastel-pink conversion therapy camp by her parents, only to find herself falling for a rebellious camper (Clea DuVall). Directed by Jamie Babbit, this campy satire features a stellar ensemble cast including RuPaul, Cathy Moriarty, Melanie Lynskey, and Michelle Williams. With a post-film podcast taping with Big Dipper and Meatball of the “Sloppy Seconds” podcast (Confirmation pending).
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At Lankershim Arts Center, 5108 Lankershim Blvd. North Hollywood, CA 91601
For More Info (818) 301-6120

The Lankershim Arts Center Is a Facility of the City of LA Dept. of Cultural Affairs
In partnership with Valley of the Stars Film Society and Los Angeles LGBT Center Community Programs