Casque d'or @ Doc Films

Watch Jacques Becker's 1952 masterpiece Casque d'or tonight at 7 pm at the University of Chicago's Doc Films.

"This tale of love and tragedy in the gritty underworld of Belle Epoque Paris is based on a real-life incident. Sultry, poetic, and beautifully made, at the time of its release the film was denounced as immoral by the French establishment, but was championed by younger critics. It went on to become a touchstone for the new wave. The story concerns a love triangle involving a gangster's moll (Simone Signoret) whose surface cynicism belies her inner tenderness. Signoret is vibrantly sensual and excitingly charismatic; this is the performance that made her a star. Becker went on to direct the noir classics Le Trou and Touchez Pas au Grisbi." -Doc Films

Modsquare Netlabel Launch

Attention electronic musicians: here is your chance to connect with local artists, chat about gear, and share demos. Join the folks from Modsquare tonight at Sonotheque for an evening of networking and IDM, featuring performances from Miles Tilmann, Justin McGrath, and Liz Revision. Bring at least 10 copies of your CDR to share, and you’ll get in for free. More information is available on the subVariant website.

Fat Tuesday Parade in Evanston

Today is Fat Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday which marks the beginning of Lent. To celebrate Mardi Gras, and New Orleans' style cooking, the Davis Street Fish Market (which is also a restaurant) is sponsoring a parade through the streets of downtown Evanston beginning tonight at 6pm. They'll also have a special Mardi Gras menu going, along with other festive flairs. The Davis Street Fish Market is located at 501 Davis Street, Evanston.

Willy Wonka director Mel Stuart @ Facets

Facets Multimedia welcomes Mel Stuart, who directed the movie Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Mel Stuart will be conducting a special workshop for 125 Chicago area students today, and there are still tickets available for the 11:00 screening of the film and Q&A session. For more information, please contact Kasia Iverson at (773) 281-9075.