KKFI, KC ARTS MAGAZINE

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KKFI, 90.1FM, KC Arts Magazine

Michael Hogge hosts the Arts Magazine on KKFI every week on Mondays at noon.  Tune into 90.1FM to hear all about celebrations of the arts in Kansas City.   Listeners will discover the latest news about theater, performance art, & some of Kansas City’s unique galleries and visual arts displays.   Go to http://www.kkfi.org/program.php?id=2 for more info!



©2012 The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art invites interactive engagement with guests of all ages through invitation to Studio 33, "THE place for art-related multimedia at the Nelson-Atkins."  The beautiful museum opened in 1933 to provide visitors with opportunities to experience its rich splendor.  Studio 33 continues that tradition by providing videos, audio and interactive features, and connections to social media.  Go to http://www.nelson-atkins.org/studio33/index.cfm to learn more!

©2012 The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

http://www.tivolikc.com

The SHORT FILM SHOWCASES return to the TIVOLI (4050 Pennsylvania Ave., Kansas City, MO) on Friday, February 3^rd. The short film showcase includes rousing live action flicks, imaginative animated films, & stunning documentaries. The TIVOLI is a bold theatre nestled in the heart of Westport Manor Square. Go to   http://www.tivolikc.com/index.html or call 913-383-7756 for more information.

KANSAS CITY FILM FEST    April 11—15, 2012

The Kansas City Film Fest provides venues for local filmmakers to showcase their collective talents! The short & feature films in several divisions: the Heartland Division (filmmakers from Missouri or Kansas), US / International Division and CinemaJAZZ Division (films inspired by jazz). Kansas Citians inspired by the arts will also have opportunities to view special programs of international & independent films.
The Kansas City FilmFest is presented every year by the Kansas City FilmFest, a Missouri non-profit organization. Go to http://kcfilmfest.org/ for more info!

http://www.filmsforaction.org/

Films For Action is a community-powered alternative news center and learning library for people who want to change the world. 
Tim Hjersted (Project Director; Lawrence, KS) states, "Films For Action uses the power of film to raise awareness of important social, environmental, and media-related issues not covered by the mainstream news. Our goal is to provide citizens with the information and perspectives essential to creating a more just, sustainable, and democratic society." 
The website has cataloged over 900 of the best films and videos that can be watched free online:  http://kc.filmsforaction.org/

The OSCARS 2012

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Almost all of the best movies of the year appeared at the end of the Academy's voting season.  Some surprises (only 2 melodies for best song?) and snubs (Where was Ryan Gosling in the line-up of actor nominations?), but, as Roger Ebert (Chicago Sun-Times critic-extraordinaire) states, "the Oscar is an award, not a gift."  Here's my pics for this years Oscars:

Jean Dujardin/Uggie/The Artist photo: The Weinstein Company

* BEST PICTURE   Who should win?  It's a close call:  Either The Artist or Hugo    Who will win? The Artist 
* BEST FOREIGN FILM    A Separation (Iran)    This is a powerful, complicated reminder that good people with contrasting beliefs are still good people. 
* BEST ACTOR   Who should win?  Though Jean Dujardin was brilliant in The Artist, my vote goes to Demian Bichir in A Better Life    Who will win?  George Clooney (The Descendants)  Because he's George.
* BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR   Christopher Plummer (Beginners)
* BEST ACTRESS   Who should win?  Glenn Close (Albert Nobbs) should finally get the recognition she deserves; she disappears into a male character desperately trying to be who she is by being what she's not.   Who will win? Meryl Streep (The Iron Lady)  
* BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS   Who should win?    Jessica Chastain brilliantly portrayed Celia Foote with warmth and charm in The Help.  Who will win?   Octavia Spencer took home the SAG and the Golden Globe for her wonderful portrayal as Minnie in The Help.  Kathryn Stockett, author of the moving novel, revealed Octavia was the inspiration behind the development of the outspoken maid's character.
* BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ANIMAL  Uggie, the adorable Jack Russell terrier from The Artist, joined this year's list of strong male actors in their golden years who offered stellar performances on the silver screen this season.

©2012 Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Watch The 84th Academy Awards on Sun., Feb. 26th, at 7pm(EST)/4pm(PST), on ABC, http://www.oscars.org/awards/academyawards/84/nominees.html

ACTION! KANSAS CITY is a blog dedicated to the promotion of the CREATIVE ARTS and MULTICULTURAL CELEBRATIONS in the Kansas City metropolitan and surrounding areas.  If you're looking for information about music, movies, art, live performances, restaurant guides, gallery exhibits, and ethnic celebrations, check out ACTION! KANSAS CITY .