4799 Shattuck Ave
Oakland, CA 94609
USA
Twice a month, Liberated Lens provides a screening and space to explore socially relevant issues.
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Are you ready for election day?! IF NOT, then prepare yourself by joining us to watch this popular political satire:
Bulworth
Directed by Warren Beatty (1998)
Facing financial ruin and believing that his career as a politician is over, Senator Jay Bulworth (Warren Beatty) purchases a bulky insurance policy and hires an assassin to take his own life. But his impending death causes an intense desire to break the rules and tell the public the truth about American politics. He suddenly begins spouting raw, unfiltered speeches to shocked audiences in the form of rap and hip-hop music. His frank, politically offensive remarks make him an instant media darling and re-energize his campaign, while he falls madly in love with Nina (Halle Berry), a beautiful, young activist. Now that Bulworth has found a new reason to live, he is pursued by the paparazzi, his insurance company, his campaign managers, and an increasingly adoring public, all the while fearful of his impending assassination.
Doors open at 7, film at 7:30. Free snacks and popcorn!