Cassandra Freeman (Bel Air), Taka Sumpter (Sonic the Hedgehog) and Michaela Watkins (Thanks Shiring) Joins the “Gina and Friends” program at the upcoming Bentonville Film Festival in Arkansas.
The program was led and moderated by Gina Davis. The Hollywood Reporter Contributing editor Stacey Wilson-Hunt takes a unique spin on traditional comics by reimagining them with an all-female or gender-nonconforming cast. The event will be held on June 14 at the Thaddon Theater in Bentonville.
“I’m thrilled to lead a program that reimagines an all-male film narrative with an all-female/gender-nonconforming cast, creating great comedy,” said Davis. “This is an incredible opportunity to showcase the power of storytelling through laughter and friendship. Working with talented people like Cassandra Freeman, Tika Sumpter and Michaela Watkins is truly inspiring. I look forward to this unique and transformative experience for everyone. Looking forward to sharing with you.”
Additional events and spotlight screenings are scheduled to take place throughout the duration of the festival, the Bentonville Film Foundation announced Thursday. The 10th edition of the event, founded and chaired by Davis, runs from June 10-16. Check out the newly announced events, along with their official details, below and the official competition lineup here.
Gina and friends
Friday, June 14, 6 p.m., Thaddon Theatre
All men will re-imagine memorable dialogues from the film with two-time Academy Award-winning actor Geena Davis and an all-star ensemble of equally brilliant actors. A fun and exciting way to discover how refreshing it can be to expand our vision of who can be cast in roles originally written for men.
Cast: Geena Davis, Cassandra Freeman, Tika Sumpter, Michaela Watkins.
Making an Impact: Breaking Down Barriers and Challenging Prejudices (Presented by Paramount)
Wednesday, June 12, 10 a.m., Fermentation Hall at The Momentary
Paramount’s Impact series focuses on supporting gender equality in the workplace by engaging with leaders to discuss lessons learned along their career journeys. During this discussion, a powerhouse panel of women leaders will share their personal experiences and analyze how industries are playing for all women, from the boardroom to the writers’ room, on camera and on store shelves. Leveling the field.
Moderator: Pam Kaufman, President and CEO of International Markets, Global Consumer Products and Experiences, Paramount Global
Panelists: Julie Barber, EVP, Walmart General Merchandise; Erica Grundish, VP, PepsiCo Sam’s Club; Don Norwell, Global Head of Retail Lab, Nielsen IQ
Spotlight Screening
Continued (United States)
Thursday, June 13, at 3:15 p.m., Skylight Cinema
A depressed girl is involuntarily committed to a mental institution and forced to piece her life together when her attempt to follow in her father’s footsteps fails. goes He finds unexpected friends, unwavering love and a life he never imagined. Not all can be undone to detect certain decisions. You only get one life.
Director Writer: Nadine Crocker
Cast: Nadine Crocker, Shiloh Fernandez, Leo Tipton, Anthony Caravella, Emily Deschanel
The Unsung Hero (United States)
Thursday, June 13, 1pm, Skylight Cinema
David Smallbone (Joel Smallbone) and his wife Helen (Dizzy Bates) move from Down Under to the States with their seven children, suitcases and their love of music. They eventually realized the musical potential in their children, who would go on to become two of the most successful acts in inspirational music history: five-time Grammy Award-winning artists for King + Country and Rebecca St. James.
Director Writers: Joel Smallbone, Richard L. Ramsey; Story by Richard L. Ramsey
Cast: Daisy Bates, Joel Smallbone, Creeley Berger, Jonathan Jackson, Lucas Blake, Candace Cameron Beaver, Terry O’Quinn
The white bird (USA) EXCLUSIVE Sneak Peek
Wednesday, June 12, 6:30 p.m., Skylight Cinema
When Julian (Bryce Ghiser) is visited by his grandmother (Helen Mirren) as he struggles to adjust to his new school, she sympathizes and braves his efforts to escape Nazi-occupied France during WWII. is transformed by its wonderful story. From director Marc Forster and based on the graphic novel by RJ Palacio, The white bird Reminds us to be brave and choose kind.
Director: Mark Forster; Author: Mark Bombeck
Cast: Arielle Glaser, Orlando Schwerdt, Bryce Gasser, Gillian Anderson, Helen Mirren
The Hollywood Reporter Bentonville is a media sponsor of the Film Festival. The founding partner is Walmart. Coca-Cola is the presenting sponsor.
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