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Outfoxed Screening

Attend a free screening of the controversial film "OUTFOXED: Rupert Murdoch's War on Journalism"

"Under normal circumstances the media dissects controversial issues, but now the media itself is under scrutiny. While Outfoxed strives to expose Fox News as a network with a conservative agenda, many claim that other mainstream media sources are too liberal.

Is it possible to present a story in an unbiased manner? How are and who determines what stories are newsworthy? When the media is being used as the mouthpiece of the government, how does this influence the public? Does the media distinguish between commentary and fact? How does this affect our perception of events?"

Free Screenings Will Be Held:
Tues, Aug 24, 6 pm - Ron's Barbershop, 6041 W. North Ave, OAK PARK
Thurs, Aug 26, 7 pm - Budlong Woods Branch, 5630 N. Lincoln Ave
Sat, Aug 28, 1 pm - Lincoln Belmont Branch, 1659 W. Melrose St
Sun, Aug 29, 7 pm, Chicago Filmmakers, 5243 N. Clark St (donation suggested)

Chicago Underground Film Festival finale

The 2004 Chicago Underground Film Festival winds up this evening at the Three Penny Cinema (2424 N. Lincoln). More repeats of the previous days' best programs, including a documentary about artist Ron English, whose pop-culture-flavored artwork was seen on display in the recent film Super Size Me. That film's at 7:15 PM. But there are plenty other programs tonight, and this is your last chance to see most of these films! Tickets are $5 for shows before 7:00, and $7 for screenings after 7:00. See the CUFF Website for a complete schedule.

Support an Andersonville Sister!

During a recent assault on Clark Street, Andersonville resident Leslie Clark sustained many physical injuries lost a week's pay. Instead of crying into her beer, Leslie and friends have organized a benefit at T's Bar & Restaurant on August 24. From 7 p.m. to midnight, the proceeds from drink sales, tips, and raffles will go to help Leslie's recovery. There are great prizes to win plus terrific guest bartenders like the Sissy Butch Brothers and Lickity Split Radical Cheerleaders.
 

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