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Scion does an excellent job of hosting events and patronizing the arts and their newest event is no exception. They’ve joined forces with malbon Brothers Farms to present the Easy 10 Film Series - a screening that will “launch 10 emerging filmmakers onto the independent film circuit.” Here’s how Scion describes the event . . .

This project, in its inaugural year, brings together the best and the brightest upcoming filmmakers to create a short 15-20 minute film. This November each film will premier in Los Angeles and join Scion’s Route Film Series. Each filmmaker will also have the opportunity to attend three film festivals of their choice with support from Scion. Together, mBF and Scion have chosen a strong lineup of filmmakers that span mediums from documentaries to fiction.

Easy 10 will feature the following filmmakers at each event: David Choe, Chris Cruse, Blue Davis, Roger Gastman, Monihan, Reza Moosavi, Nemo, Jack Pearley and Dennis White. Each filmmaker was selected for their treatment’s groundbreaking style, originality, and subject matter.

During the month of November 2007, Scion will screen all 10 films together for one night only on the west coast. Scion will host a screening at Social Hollywood (6525 Sunset Boulevard) in Los Angeles on November 8th. After the screenings, moviegoers will have a chance to mingle with the filmmakers and ask them questions at a VIP reception.

If you’re in the LA area, this sounds like a great way to get exposed to new filmmakers.

Check after the jump for Synopsis of the flims . . .
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Scion has always hosted great events, but this past Saturday I went to their 5th installment of “Exprescion”, events that take place across the country, and it was multi-sensory experience that showcased music, fashion, art and performance - all inside Alcatraz Island Federal Penitentiary. From a fashion show in the Shower Room, to live painting in the Chapel, the event had something for everyone . . . in a very unique environment.

The Chapel housed the art exhibit, “Redemption and Rebirth”, with works by Sam Flores, Greg ‘P-Nut’ Galinsky, Squint, Romanowski, Ferris Plock, Manuel ‘Gonzo’ Gonzalez, Chore Boogie, Paul Hayes, Adam 5100 and Noel Spirandelli. Some of the artists were on hand for live painting including Kelly Tunstall, Romanowski and Ferris Plock. The infirmary housed an avant-garde Circus and Cabaret performance by Vau de Vire. The performance included dancers, acrobats, singers, and a 10 piece orchestra. The performance also included a tour of 7 rooms with actors bringing life to the horrors that may have occurred there. For the music lovers, there was live music in the Dining Hall featuring Flosstradamus and Cool Kids. Last but not least, the fashion show featured three eco-conscious/sustainable clothing brands: Bahar Shapar (NYC), Del Forte (LA) and Oda Style (SF).

The event was invitation only because of capacity issues so I documented everything for you dear readers, from the boat ride, to the cabaret performance - catch all the pics and videos after the jump . . .
Many thanks to Scion!

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