We’re thrilled to announce that four classic Women Make Movies films will be featured Sept. 20-29 at the Museum of the Moving Image as part of “Personal Belongings: First Person Documentary in the 1990s,” a series curated by Jeff Reichert and Asha Phelps. These screenings offer a rare opportunity to experience these iconic films on the big screen.
HALVING THE BONES (dir. Ruth Ozeki) Sunday, September 22, 1:15 p.m.
Ruth Ozeki’s HALVING THE BONES is a deeply personal and reflective documentary exploring family, memory, and cultural identity. As Ozeki travels between Japan and the United States, she delves into her family’s past, grappling with generational legacies and the ties that bind. This screening will be paired with BANANA SPLIT (25 STORIES) by Kip Fulbeck, adding another layer of exploration into the Asian American experience.
COMPLAINTS OF A DUTIFUL DAUGHTER (dir. Deborah Hoffman) Sunday, September 22, 6:00 p.m.
Deborah Hoffman’s COMPLAINTS OF A DUTIFUL DAUGHTER, nominated for an Academy Award for Best Feature Documentary, is a poignant and humorous exploration of the relationship between a mother and daughter as they navigate the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease. Through personal reflections and candid moments, Hoffman paints a moving portrait of love and caregiving. This screening will be accompanied by SINK OR SWIM, with director Su Friedrich attending in person, offering an intimate look at family dynamics.
THE DEVIL NEVER SLEEPS (dir. Lourdes Portillo) Friday, September 27, 7:30 p.m.
In THE DEVIL NEVER SLEEPS, the late Academy-nominated filmmaker Lourdes Portillo investigates the mysterious death of her uncle in Mexico, blending documentary and narrative styles to unravel a family mystery with broader social and cultural implications. Portillo’s sharp eye for detail and storytelling makes this film a captivating exploration of family secrets and the complexities of truth.
WHO’S GOING TO PAY FOR THESE DONUTS, ANYWAY? (dir. Janice Tanaka), with Janice Tanaka in person Saturday, September 28, 3:30 p.m.
Janice Tanaka’s WHO’S GOING TO PAY FOR THESE DONUTS, ANYWAY? is a deeply personal exploration of family, identity, and reconciliation. This screening, featuring Tanaka in person, provides an intimate look into the filmmaker’s journey to understand her father’s past and their complicated relationship. Paired with FINDING CHRISTA by Camille Billops and James Hatch, this session delves into themes of family, discovery, and self-acceptance.
Don’t miss this exceptional lineup of screenings at the Museum of the Moving Image, showcasing the compelling work of these groundbreaking women filmmakers. For more information on tickets and showtimes, visit the Museum of the Moving Image’s official site.
