Artists In Residence

 	 
 
 	Click here to view photos from all four MVFF events! 
 
 	   Each year the internationally acclaimed Mill Valley Film Festival takes place in our very own backyard here in Marin County, CA and we are honored that we have been asked to be a part of the festival this year as Artists in Residence.  Last year we kicked off the festival with the first public screening of Through The Never, this year we will each be hosting a film that weve selected that is significant to us personally.  The festival is now is now in it's 37th year and annually welcomes more than 200 filmmakers, representing more than 50 countries during the eleven-day event and we're excited to play a role in it. 
 
 	   Well be on hand to introduce each of our film choices, take questions and in some instances will be joined by the filmmakers.   Tickets will be available not only to festival attendees and CFI members (watch for details from MVFF via e-mail), but also to the general public starting on Sunday, September 14 at 10:00 AM.  Fan Club members should log in for more details regarding a special allocation of tickets for them. 
 
 	   The Metalli-fun kicks off on Friday, October 3 as Kirk, who as you know, is a noted horror movie aficionado, presents the schlock-filled, Z-movie late-night screening of the 1971 favorite Dracula vs. Frankenstein.  That screening takes place on Friday, October 3 at 10:00 PM at the Rafael Theater in San Rafael, CA. You'll want to arrive early as Kirk will be in the lobby of the theater signing your horror goods, toys, books and other memorabilia. 
 
 	
 
 	   Robert is proud to offer up a sneak peek at his passion project, Jaco, the new documentary that brings the story of legendary bassist Jaco Pastorius to the screen.  Robert co-produced the film and will be joined by some of his partners in film-making for a Q&A.  The screening will be on Monday, October 6 at 6:00 PM at the Sequoia in Mill Valley, CA and following the movie there will be a special live music event at the Sweetwater Music Hall.  More info on that below. 
 
 	
 
 	   Lars choice is the yet unreleased Whiplash, an indie feature about an aspiring drummer and his ruthless teacher that won multiple awards at Sundance this year. Following the film, director/screenwriter Damien Chazelle will join Lars on stage for a conversation and Q&A.  The screening will be Tuesday, October 7 at 7:00 PM at Cinema Corte Madera in Corte Madera, CA. 
 
 	
 
 	   James classic pick is The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly shown in all its restored big screen glory.   You just might recognize some of the music from this one!    Check out his choice at the Lark Theatre in Larkspur, CA on Wednesday, October 8 at 7:00 PM. 
 
 	
 
 	   We hope that youll join us for a week celebrating going to the movies.  For more info, please visit http://www.mvff.com. 
 
 	   Following the screening of Jaco 
 
 	   On Monday, October 6 Robert will be hosting a musical celebration honoring pioneering jazz musician Jaco Pastorius at the Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA.  The event is a benefit for the California Film Institute, the nonprofit that celebrates and promotes film as art and education through the Mill Valley Film Festival and year-round exhibitions at the Rafael Film Center. 
 
 	   Performers include:
 	   MAERIC with Mary Pastorius, David Pastorius & Eric Young
 	   Kirk Hammett & Robert Trujillo of Metallica
 	   Rodrigo y Gabriela
 	   Stephen Perkins of Janes Addiction
 	   L. Shenkar
 	   Other special guests 
 
 	   Tickets will be  $150 and are not available through the Mill Valley Film Festival and Festival badges will not be valid.  Fan Club members should log in for information about an allocation of tickets for them. 
 
 	   For more information, please visit SweetwaterMusicHall.com.  For tickets, visit Ticketfly.com. 
 
 	   For more information about the California Film Institute, please visit CAFilm.org.