This episode of Timecode:NOLA explores New Orleans film culture, local movie theater history, independent filmmaking, and filmmaker interviews. Highlights include a conversation with Rene Brunet of The Prytania Theater, a revenge story that takes unexpected turns, a comedic short film about competitive sledding, and a series of memories celebrating some of New Orleans’ most beloved movie theaters.

Featured Films:

• Timecode:NOLA On… The Prytania Theater – Rene Brunet discusses the history and importance of The Prytania Theater, one of New Orleans’ most iconic movie houses.
• Goin’ to the Show: Dreamland Theater – Lucy Perez reflects on the Dreamland Theater on Elysian Fields and its place in New Orleans moviegoing history.
• Boogey Men (Cedric L. Smith Jr.) – A man seeks revenge against those responsible for an attempt on his and his wife’s lives, only to discover a world far stranger than he ever imagined. Includes an interview with filmmaker Cedric L. Smith Jr.
• Goin’ to the Show: Beacon Theater – Sue Campise shares memories of the Beacon Theater on Harrison Avenue.
• Goin’ to the Show: Prince of “D” – Prince of “D” discusses several beloved New Orleans theaters, including the Downtown Joy Theater, The Pitt, Gentilly Woods Mall Cinema, Lake Kenilworth Theater, and East Lake Cinema 8.
• Goin’ to the Show: The Prytania Theater – Rene Brunet shares additional stories from the historic Uptown theater.
• Mound Men (Paul Grass) – Two men exchange cardboard sleds and race down a mound, leading to a bizarre and comedic conclusion.
• Goin’ to the Show: Historic Black Theaters – Bill Rousell reflects on the Tivoli Theater, Lincoln Theater, Ritz Theater, Orpheum Theatre, and Saenger Theatre, including memories of moviegoing during segregation.

Cold Open:

• Old School (Dave Osborn)

Timecode:NOLA was a television series dedicated to showcasing independent filmmakers, short films, music videos, documentaries, animation, and experimental work while giving creators a platform to discuss their process and projects. Our mission was simple: inspire people to make movies.

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