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June 4, 2010

“Freddy’s” Showing Next Friday at BIFF

Videology

A documentary about Freddy’s bar in Prospect Heights; victim of the Atlantic Yards project. See the world premiere next Friday at Williamsburg’s new cinema: indieScreen (Kent & S. 2nd St.)

FREDDY’S
World Premiere

Director: Vicente Rodriguez Ortega
United States, 2010, 99min
Documentary

showtime: 6:00 pm | Friday June 11 | indieScreen

synopsis
Freddy’s Bar & Backroom was a thriving cultural hub situated in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn. Open since prohibition, the bar featured a unique and colorful history. This documentary chronicles the diverse set of characters in Freddy’s community - the bartenders, the regulars, the artists and the musicians. Through their barside reflections, both hilarious and poignant, we see the true importance of this Brooklyn institution. Beyond the late nights and naked Mondays, Freddy’s was a vital part of the neighborhood. Unfortunately, it also sat in the footprint of a controversial real estate deal that has threatened to radically transform Brooklyn’s character.

notes
Donald O’Finn and other members of Freddy’s staff will be available for Q&A after the screening.

link

Posted by eric at June 4, 2010 12:48 PM