We are excited to premiere our latest feature film Silver Slipper by Running Wild Films. This film, made in Arizona, was directed by Travis Mills (Durant’s Never Closes), photographed by local cinematographer Jared Kovacs, and features Phoenix-based actress KK Starrs in the lead role along with an ensemble of Arizona talent.
Silver Slipper
Doors open at 7:30pm, Show at 8:30pm.
TICKETS: $10 advance, $15 day of show
Join us for the debut showing of our new film, meet the cast and crew who made it, and support the ever-growing film industry in Arizona.
Synopsis: Silver Slipper tells the story of Rian, a young woman, who decides to auction off her virginity online. Over the course of the summer after her high school graduation, we follow Rian through this emotional and psychological journey.
DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT
I was inspired to make this film when I read about a website where women from around the world can auction off their virginity. This seemed so indicative of our times and I wondered what the process a young woman goes through to do so such a thing might look like.
KK Starrs appeared in our movie Cornbread Cosa Nostra and she impressed me very much in that one day of filming. The character of Rian was conceived with her mind. She would be in every scene. This would be her story.
From the start, I didn’t want this to be like any film we’d made before. For one, I wanted to play with improvisation more than before. There was no traditional script. Sometimes dialog was sketched out for the actors to work with; other times I set them loose with just a basic idea.
Furthermore, cinematographer Jared Kovacs and I decided to shoot the film in a “new” aspect ratio. The notion came from what a Canadian filmmaker (Xavier Dolan) did with his movie Mommy. Also, the vertical framing seemed appropriate in a film about the smart phone generation. It was thrilling to rethink the placement of our camera with this flipped perspective and fresh images presented themselves throughout the process.
Silver Slipper was created by just a few people, the smallest crew I’ve ever had. Along with a gallery of people who helped us with locations and food, the team consisted of only Jared Kovacs (acting as his own operator, gaffer and grip), Elizabeth Ketchmark (our assistant) and myself (directing and capturing sound with the boom mic). It was an intimate way to work, creating a feature film with practically “nothing”, returning to the roots of Running Wild Films.
Production wrapped in July 2018 and we are now submitting the film to festivals around the world.
Art Opening with School Band, Dance, and Musical Performances
26th Salon des Enfants
2019′s Exotic Art Show Closing event of the decade
Friday, February 15, 2019
Opening Night’s Valentine Spectacular headline act is the crème of provocative cabaret burlesque acts: CLEODORA and her talented contorting burlesque babes. The sexiest cabaret act in Phoenix often selling out her shows. And to get your juices flowing, we present the notorious WTQ (What The Queer) the most outlandishly shocking Drag show you’ve never seen. The evening is a visual, aural, sensual, eye-poppin’, heart-thumpin’ performances on two stages, two floors of exotic-erotic art, exquisite International body painter Mark Greenawalt, shibari rope/bondage demonstrations by The Bald Pirate accompanied by hot jazz licks of Joel Oroz Trio, fire, roving performers. Fetish and cosplay attire welcome. Dress for success. Complimentary decadent delectable edibles, Champagne & drink specials. Cash Bar. 21+ More Info TBA.
Exotic Art Show exhibit showcasing over 50 local and regional visual artists provocative, playful, sensual or audacious, uninhibited passions that push the envelope. At 36 it is the longest-running exhibit of erotic and exotic art in the country.
Alwun House is thrilled to showcase Corkscrew Cabaret, returning to bring you a magical night of mischief and magic!
“Alwun House Foundation stands as an exemplary model of engaging the power of art to transform lives and transform community. For more than 40 years, the Alwun House foundation has created opportunities for artists, and served as a pivotal beacon in the Garfield community and as a foundation for the downtown Phoenix arts scene. Their work extends across artistic and cultural boundaries, and brings diverse audiences, community members and artists together. Without the pioneering work of Alwun House, much of what is taken for granted in the vibrancy and success of downtown’s flourishing arts community would not have been possible.” Governor’s Arts Award, 2013
Beyond a “temporary” Infill Park, our multipurpose project has already received unanimous zoning approvals and neighborhood support. Envision green Sonoran landscape, community gardens, shaded open space for downtown community gatherings, art installations, performances, workshops, festivals, food trucks, artists and vendors, and parking most of the time.
This transformative development will finally be realized with individual grass-roots support, sponsors, and community-minded contributors. With any pledge, small or large, your cultural legacy is acknowledged.
This project would provide essential economic boost to the community and Alwun House for the next 40+ years. We are only lacking $60,000 to match a $100,000 grant before we celebrate breaking ground. If interested in placing your name on a legacy $100 brick, or $1,000 specimen tree.
