Film of the Week: The French Kissers

A notable directorial debut for comic book writer Riad Sattouf, this French teen sex comedy possesses a nice blend of humour and intelligence that places it somewhere between American Pie and Wild Reeds. Titled Les Beaux Gosses (literally The Hot Guys) in France but renamed The French Kissers for international release, it is a well-observed portrait of a teenage boy’s sexual awkwardness which also has strong international value.

If you haven’t seen it yet, see it now at an advance screening – this Friday, Saturday or Sunday in Paddington or Leichhardt.

(Excerpt from http://www.screendaily.com/5002265.article )

More Info: http://www.thefrenchkissers.com/

Friday 11 December

Good God Small Club

Good God Small Club is a new late night drinking spot and danceteria.  It is hidden at the back of La Campana Spanish restaurant in the CBD and it’s open till 4am!

Where: 55 Liverpool Street, Sydney

More Info: http://www.goodgodgoodgod.com/

Saturday 12 December

The 80s Are Back (Exhibition) – Opening Night Party

Dust off your ra-ra skirts, leggings and skinny ties for a night of 80s fun!

Australia’s foremost proponents of synthesiser pop Pseudo Echo will be joined by iconic pop rock band GANGgajang, 80s drag divas Cindy Pastel, Miss 3D and friends, and renowned DJ Stephen Ferris. Pseudo Echo and GANGgajang will each perform half-hour sets, between DJ sets by Stephen Ferris.

Tickets include food, entertainment and entry to The 80s are back exhibition. Alcoholic drinks are available for purchase at the bar.

Where: Carriage Works, 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh

When: 7pm – 10pm

Cost: $54 – $60

More Info: http://www.powerhousemuseum.com/the80sareback/index.php/events/opening-night-party/

Sunday 13 December

Vintage and Retro Fashion Sale

In keeping with the retro theme from Saturday night…shoes, accessories, books, CDs, bric-a-brac and LOADS of hand-picked women’s and men’s vintage and retro clothes, some for as little as $2. Can you say bargain?

Where: Level 6, 342 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills

When: 10am – 4pm

More Info: http://www.owlandthegrapes.com/2009/09/vintage-retro-sale-at-hibernian-house.html

Monday 14 December

Barry Humphries and the ACO

By special request Barry Humphries will appear on stage at the Opera House with his favourite orchestra, the Australian Chamber Orchestra, and old friend Richard Tognetti.  There may even be a sing-a-long with Dame Edna.

With Barry Humphries in charge of the Orchestra, anything could happen.

Where: Sydney Opera House

More Info: http://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/whatson/barryhumphries.aspx

Tuesday 15 December

Christmas Light Projections

Images evoking the Australian 12 Days of Christmas will be projected onto Sydney Town Hall and historic buildings along Macquarie St.  The projections will use green power and will be on rotation each night.  Have dinner in the city then head along to get yourself in the Christmas spirit.

Where: Sydney Town Hall, George St

When: 8:30pm onward

More Info: http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/christmas/MajorEvents/Projections.asp

Wednesday 16 December

Sydney Film School Festival

Join more than 500 film lovers in enjoying a selection of over 60 short films, including documentary, drama and thesis films.   Find out what is current by exploring the work of a new generation of talented filmmakers.

Where: Palace Academy Twin Cinema, 3A Oxford St, Paddington

More Info & Program: http://www.sydneyfilmschool.com.au/films/sfs-film-festival/11th-sfs-festival-december-2009.aspx

Thursday 17 December

Climate Camp Fundraiser at The Red Rattler

The Red Rattler is a not-for-profit community art factory.  Run by artists and activists, it is a new creative playground for performers, musicians, artists, designers, multi-media makers, experimentalists, film-makers, theorists, activists, collective organizers and local punters.  It has a full PA stage, LED lighting rig, project and screen, licensed bar, two artist studios and a rooftop garden.

Enjoy films, talks and music and help raise money and awareness for Climate Camp http://www.climatecamp.org.au/).

Where: The Red Rattler, 6 Faversham St, Marrickville

When: 8pm

Cost: $10

More Info: http://redrattler.org/

Ongoing Exhibition

The White Rabbit Collection

One of several new private foundations that are opening up across the country, the purpose-built site houses the extensive and evolving collection of contemporary Chinese art belonging to billionaire Judith Neilson. With digital media, hyperrealism, miniature worlds made of dust, strobe lighting, photo documentation of menstruation, and an abundance of bright, high-gloss finishes on oversized sculptural works of bronze, fibreglass and porcelain, the collective mood is one of irreverence and exuberance.

It was only relatively recently that the world started to take notice of this new generation of Chinese artists who had grown up with comparative peace and prosperity, as well as urban landscapes saturated with commodities and advertising. It has now become cliché to speak of ‘China’s New Cultural Revolution’, but it is clear that art thrives in times of change, and these artists are capturing the energy and ambivalence of their rapidly transforming society.

(Excerpt from http://concreteplayground.com.au/events/event/MTcy)

Where: The White Rabbit, 30 Balfour St, Chippendale

More Info: http://concreteplayground.com.au/events/event/MTcy

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