Cinema Speakeasy is proud to present the LA premiere of James Dirschberger’s Honest Man: The Life of R. Budd Dwyer.
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On January 22nd, 1987, the affable treasurer of the state of Pennsylvania held a press conference. Accused of bribery and facing jail time, a visibly agitated Budd Dwyer read a prepared speech professing his innocence to the attendant television cameras and reporters. He stopped reading mid-speech, and – after handing out three envelopes to his staffers – pulled out a revolver, pleaded with people to stand back, and shot himself.
More than 24 years after Dwyer’s shocking suicide, Los Angeles filmmaker James Dirschberger’s documentary about the life of this much-scrutinized politician will make its L.A. premiere on Friday, July 29. The director will be joined by members of Dwyer’s family for a post-screening Q&A. Moderated by Truthdig's Kasia Anderson.
Millions of people have seen the video of Dwyer’s death on the internet but very little is known about the circumstances leading to the dramatic event. In our era of extreme rhetoric and a dehumanizing press corps, we at Cinema Speakeasy think that this movie presents an especially salient look at the potential repercussions to our callous treatment of public figures – be they politician or celebrity. Dirschberger presents an incisive account of the man behind the infamy, and we’re honored to show this thoughtful documentary.
HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Friday July 29th, 2011
Doors open at 7. Film starts at 8:30.
Come early and eat some good food at Royal/T’s café
The director will be joined by members of Dwyer’s family for a post screening Q&A
Royal/T (8910 Washington Blvd, Culver City 90232)
Tickets: $10 at the door
15% of Cinema Speakeasy’s proceeds will be given back to the filmmaker
RSVP for guaranteed entry: heythere@cinemaspeakeasy.com
