TV ACADEMY SCREENING FOR JUNE

"ROCK SCHOOL"

Monday, June 6, 2005 - 7:00pm
Loews 600 N. Michigan Theatre, 600 N. Michigan,Chicago

First time feature documentary filmmaker Don Argott traces the ups-and-downs of the Paul Green School of Rock Music, a unique institution founded in Philadelphia in 1999, dedicated to teaching children ages nine through 17 the ins-and-outs of rock and roll.   

ROCK SCHOOL follows an entire season of classes, in the process establishing school founder, director, and self-proclaimed “überlord” Paul Green as one of the most complex, contradictory and unforgettable characters in recent films. 

A whirling dervish of manic, pinball-machine energy, Green is at once sensitive and verbally abusive; generous-spirited and mercilessly critical.  As tornado-like as his tantrum-filled teaching style can be, however, Paul’s commitment to his student’s goal of achieving musical greatness is never in doubt. 

Filmed cinéma vérité style to create an intimate portrait of this one-of-a-kind instructor and his eagerly aspiring students, ROCK SCHOOL reaches its climax in Bad Doberon, East Germany, where the School of Rock Music honor roll is invited to perform the music of Frank Zappa. 

A meditation on talent and teaching, ROCK SCHOOL is a celebration of youthful promise and steadfast dreams. It is also a great music movie that should be played loud!

TV ACADEMY MEMBERS WILL RECEIVE A PASS IN THE MAIL THAT WILL ADMIT YOU AND ONE GUEST.

AS SEATING IS ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS, YOUR EARLY ARRIVAL IS SUGGESTED.  NO ONE WILL BE ADMITTED ONCE THEATER CAPACITY IS REACHED.

Enjoy the Show!  Todd Lizak, Dan Moore, Film Club Chairs