Irish Film Festival - American Cinematheque

Yesterday I went to the Irish Film Festival in Santa Monica. If you remember my first post, I mentioned purchasing a movie ticket. I bought a ticket for the movie "Cherrybomb", starring Rupert Grint (known for his role as Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter films). I actually had no idea it was an Irish Film Festival until my friend told me, and it was an awesome experience! "Cherrybomb" was brilliant! The film is fun, refreshing, it's amazing how real the performances feel. They definitely picked great actors!

The best part was getting to see the directors after the movie. They discussed the film and answered questions from the audience! I now have a new-found appreciation for international cinema. :)

Right after "Cherrybomb" there was a film called "Identities", but it was getting late so we didn't watch it. AND OMFG... who do we run into as we leave the theater?! None other than Alexis Arquette herself!! It's funny how my friend and I just looked at each other and were like "Alexis Arquette!" at the same time. I love spotting celebrities. Apparently she was gonna go watch the movie "Identities," a film about transgender people in Ireland.... which makes me wish I had stayed :p.

Hilarity ensued as we went to a pizzeria and my sister friend got hit on badly by this older guy!

ANYWAY... I would like to give my thanks to my dear friend for inviting me to this event! Here's the official trailer for the movie:


And do visit the American Cinematheque website, I think it's a wondeful organization that is non-profit and viewer supported! I encourage everyone to check them out!


http://www.americancinematheque.com/