Filmforum 50: Ken Jacobs – Star Spangled to Death

Join Los Angeles Filmforum for Filmforum 50, program 16: Star Spangled to Death! 🎉 Dive into an epic tribute by the renowned filmmaker Ken Jacobs, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. Explore his experimental journey as it dissects a 'stolen and dangerously sold-out America.'

✨ Star Spangled to Death combines found footage with staged performances, uncovering the melange of societal issues like racial and religious adversity, wealth monopolization, and the populace's addiction to war, all contrasted with an unexpected playfulness. Watch as artists like Jerry Sims embody these themes, joined on this artistic odyssey by the spirit of Jack Smith. 💫

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