Lost & Found at the Movies: Letting Characters Speak for Themselves

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Every great film starts with a great script… except for those that don’t have one.

Mark Taper Auditorium - Central Library

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<h3>Tuesday, May 24th, 7:30 PM</h3><h3><em>Lost &amp; Found at the Movies: Letting Characters Speak for Themselves: The Craft of Improvised Filmmaking</em></h3><h3>Featuring Filmmaker Joe Swanberg</h3><h3><em>In conversation with Gillian Wallace Horvat</em></h3><h3>ALOUD on FILM</h3>

<aside>Every great film starts with a great script… except for those that don’t have one. </aside><aside>Throughout the history of filmmaking there have been a few iconoclastic spirits who show up on set without a script and proceed to film a movie, letting the actors improvise their own dialogue and collaborate on the direction of the story. From John Cassavetes to Christopher Guest, we’ll chart their bold experiments in unscripted narrative cinema. </aside><aside>We’re joined by Joe Swanberg, the reigning auteur of improvised filmmaking of the past 20 years. Starting from microbudget roots, the prolific Swanberg (who once made seven features in one year) has gone on to guiding stars like Anna Kendrick, Orlando Bloom, and Olivia Wilde through his raw nerve approach to cinema.</aside><aside><strong>Please note: All attendees are welcomed to enjoy a  complimentary reception following the program.</strong></aside>

<h3><em>Lost &amp; Found at the Movies is generously supported by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association</em></h3>

<blockquote>FAQs</blockquote><blockquote>About ALOUD</blockquote><blockquote>ALOUD is the Library Foundation of Los Angeles' series of bold, powerful programs and has been a key player in fostering the literary and cultural community of Los Angeles. ALOUD programs are Member-supported. Join the Library Foundation of Los Angeles for first access and discounts on ticketed events <a href="http://lfla.org/calendar" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</blockquote><blockquote>Where should I park?</blockquote><blockquote>We recommend taking public transportation. Parking for the Central Library is available at the Westlawn Garage at 524 S. Flower Street. If you park at the Westlawn Garage, 524 S. Flower Street lot, there is a $8 charge if you exit after 9 PM ($1 with Library card validation before 9 PM).<strong> Patrons can obtain validation upon presenting a valid library card at the Central Library's Information Desk (first floor) BEFORE the program. </strong> For more information, visit the <a href="https://www.lapl.org/branches/central-library/parkin" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Central Library’s website</a>. </blockquote><blockquote>How can I join the reception?</blockquote><blockquote>The complimentary reception following the program welcomes all attendees.</blockquote><blockquote>What if a program is full? </blockquote><blockquote>You are welcome to come as a standby guest. Standby numbers are distributed one hour before the program on a first-come, first served basis. Admission is subject to availability.</blockquote><blockquote>Reservation policy for Free Programs</blockquote><blockquote>As this program is free of charge, it is our policy to overbook. In the case of a FULL program your free reservation may not guarantee admission. We recommend arriving early. Unclaimed reservations will be released to standby patrons at the start of each program.</blockquote><blockquote>How can I contact the organizer with any questions?</blockquote><blockquote>Contact the Public Programs office at programs@lfla.org or by calling 213.292.6254.</blockquote>

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