The Torch

Issue date: 11/13/08 Section: Arts

Johnnie Mazzocco is moderating the women's film night Nov. 18 at the Wandering Goat. "Found Objects," which Mazzocco wrote, directed, edited and stars in, will be shown. Photo courtesy of GRRRLZ ROCK

Grrrlz Rock will host a women's film night, "Interiors: Psychology and Emotion in Women's Films," Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. at the Wandering Goat. This free, three-hour event includes 90 minutes of film viewing with an open discussion and question-and-answer session afterwards.

LCC writing instructor Johnnie Mazzocco is the event coordinator and moderator.

The films chosen for the event will represent women filmmaker's approaches to physical and metaphysical interiors.

"Women tend to create films that have more of emotional impact than most standard films," Mazzocco said. Most of the films range in length from 2-15 minutes. The longest is Mazzocco's 45-minute film, "Found Objects," which examines the effects of the domestic sphere of women in creativity.

"There are others who will be featuring their films at the film night - that includes straightforward messages to films with more symbolism," Mazzocco said.

Other individuals involved in the film series include Oregon locals Anne Awh and Ty Warren, who will both be present for the viewing and the following discussion.

"I love the idea and I love the execution of [Grrrlz Rock] … It's creating a space for women to speak up and have a voice," Mazzocco said.

The Wandering Goat serves organic coffee, beer and wine as well as baked goods. It is located at 268 Madison St. in the Whiteaker neighborhood.

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