VIMEO’S LIVE DIRECTOR’S COMMENTARY
- SPECIAL EVENTS
- 90 mins
A person talking during a film can be the most annoying thing imaginable — unless that person is the director. Join Vimeo curator Ina Pira as she screens recent and upcoming films from Outfest alumni with live, unscripted commentary. Founded in 2008, Vimeo Staff Picks has emerged as one of the preeminent channels for online video and one of the most coveted awards for young filmmakers, having helped launch the careers of many celebrated directors. Hear from the next generation of storytellers in a format that’s sure to be eclectic and insightful.
In this program
HOPE
Directed by Alex Bohs
This commemoration of San Francisco Pride 2018 mixes the final testimonial of Harvey Milk — recorded mere days before his assassination on November 27, 1978 — with contemporary footage of his city in full bloom.
ARE WE GOOD PARENTS?
Directed by Bola Ogun
After their daughter announces she’s going to her first dance with a classmate named Ryan, Lauren and Bill…
THE LITAS
Directed by William Desena
Gevin Fax is the oldest member of the women motorcycle collective, The Litas. This film tracks her and her journey toward self-acceptance and peace.
HOW I GOT TO THE MOON BY SUBWAY
Directed by Tyler Rabinowitz
An older man diagnosed with ALS goes to the hospital with his partner to record his voice bank before he loses the ability to speak.
ONE YEAR LEASE
Directed by Brian Bolster
Told almost entirely through voice mail messages, a couple must endure a year-long sentence with their overbearing cat-loving landlady.