Hardline presents: Going Down in LA-LA Land - Vancouver Queer Film Festival 2011

Hardline is really excited to share these great films with festival goers at this years Vancouver Queer Film Festival. Going down in LA-LA Land is a fabulous tale, of a yonge and beatifull New Yorker with his eyes set on making it big in Hollywood.., the rest, well you'll just have to see!

Last year director Casper Andreas brought his charming “fag-hag” comedy, Violet Tendencies, to the Vancouver Queer Film Festival, selling out two screenings and making news on CityTV’s Breakfast Television. This year Casper is back with an impressive foray into dramatic filmmaking.

Based on the novel by Andy Zeffer, Going Down in LA-LA Land is a no-holds-barred look at Hollywood. Adam, a baby-faced New Yorker, moves to Los Angeles to—you guessed it—try to break into acting. He and his theatre school chum Candy move in together, but their non-existent careers don’t pay the rent. Candy seeks older, wealthier bachelors, while Adam slips into gay porn and escorting. New to and naïve about the gritty world of sex work, Adam is lucky enough to find a steady trick who also happens to be a famous television dad on a family sitcom. It isn’t long before their affair is swept up in whirlwind of Hollywood gossip that puts Adam in a spotlight he never bargained for.

Going Down in LA-LA Land | Casper Andreas | USA | 2011 | 101 min

HARDLINE Spotlight VQFF Sponsored Film: AUGUST

August (eRAP Film Productions)
Review by Dennis Harvey Variety Magazine
Vancouver Queer Film Festival 2011 Thu | Aug 18 | 5:00 | IV

Murray Bartlett tries to reconnect with an ex in L.A. in “August.”

Powered By An eRap Film Prods. presentation of a Manalang/Brodkzi production. Produced by Alexander Brodzki, Samantha Manalang. Executive producers, Jeffrey Conrad, Greg Smith, Darryl Schirmer, Brodzki, Eldar Rapaport. Directed by Eldar Rapaport. Screenplay, Rapaport, from a story by Brian Sloan, Rapaport.

With: An elemental triangle elevated by unusually detailed attention to nonverbal psychological cues, "August" is a gay romantic drama that's sexy without feeling like a flimsy excuse to bare well-toned skin (although its heatwave-in-L.A. setting conveniently allows just that). With minimal dialogue and a strong but subtle directorial hand, writer-helmer Eldar Rapaport probes the tensions that ensue when an ex re-enters the life of the now happily re-coupled lover he'd previously abandoned. Pic isn't quite novel or universal enough to attract crossover biz, but should draw gay male auds in home formats in various territories, with limited theatrical exposure possible.

Handsome, charming, hardbodied Troy (Murray Bartlett) is back in Los Angeles after several years in Spain, claiming he was homesick. Shopping for a new architecture job and home, he shows signs of permanent resettlement here. But it's soon clear that all this depends on whether he can worm his way back into the affections of younger Jonathan (Daniel Dugan), whose heart he broke not so long ago.

Actually that's not the problem: Jonathan's feelings for Troy are like an addiction he thought he'd kicked but comes roaring back full-force. The real problem is that he's now involved with devoted, hunky Raoul (Adrian Gonzalez), an (unspecified) foreign national who has married Jonathan's co-worker (Hilary Goldsher) in order to get the U.S. citizenship that would keep the two men together.

While Troy and Jonathan deny their liaisons to everyone, their reinvolvement is soon perfectly obvious to everyone around them, Raoul included. But Raoul isn't going to surrender without a fight, and for all his weak-kneed acquiescence to Troy's pursuit, Jonathan isn't at all sure it's worth throwing over an unquestionably loyal love for another who's already betrayed him once.

There's nothing very complicated about "August" in narrative terms, but tonally and texturally, Rapaport conveys myriad layers of truth, trust, love and lust. Constant reminders that the city is undergoing a sweltering summer month amplifies the mood of simultaneous physical yearning and discomfort. Glances and body language convey much more here than the protags are generally willing to say out loud.

While Rapaport doesn't explore their inner lives beyond the immediate crisis at hand (there's nothing like the fully rounded personality-sketching of triangle participants in last year's "The Kids Are All Right"), perfs thoughtfully mine what depths there are. Lensing, editing and design contributions are all assured.

Camera (color, HD), James Adolphus; editor, David Au; music, Surque; production designer, Adriana Serrano-Adolphus; art director, Kevin Houlihan; costume designer, Denia Skinner; sound, Brent McClain, Chris Kanchananon, Michael A. Crosby, Nash Cubero Jr.; sound designer/supervising sound editor/re-recording mixer, Walter New; assistant director, Samuel Limor; Reviewed at Seattle Film Festival (Gay-La), June 9, 2011. (Also in Frameline, Outfest.) Running time: 99 MIN.

Pride Toronto 2011 - Video

HARDLINE Sponsored Film- STRAPPED

Sat | Aug 13 | 7:00 | Cineplex International Village
Vancouver Queer Film Festival 2011

HARDLINE Chat is thrilled to be returning as Gold Reel Sponsor of the Vancouver Queer Film Festival again this year. It's going to be an exciting time for the city of Vancouver as it Plays host to the North American Out Games, Hosts VANCOUVER Pride as well as the cities celebration of Quuer Vancouver, all happening in August!

The Vancouver Queer Film Festival presents Celebrate Queer Vancouver. Running July 21 to August 21, this month-long multifaceted Celebration showcases film, visual art, community dialogue and – at the centre of it all – a public art installation to engage and celebrate the dynamic experiences and achievements of Vancouver’s queer communities

Part of our Annual sponsorship HARDLINE gets to present three films. We are so happy witrh our selections and the first on our list to preview is STRAPPED.

Sat | Aug 13 | 7:00 | Cineplex International Village
It’s a stormy Saturday night and a young, handsome rent-boy has a problem. The problem is not a bad date, but an apartment building: a colossal labyrinth of hallways, doorways and stairwells. As the nameless hustler tries to find his way out of the apartment building after a date, he finds himself “fallen down the rabbit hole” of gay sex, money and strange, brief encounters.

Strapped is a dream-like character sketch of a refreshingly well-spoken prostitute and the very different men who seek a little of his time. The dialogue is laced with Shakespearean and Foucaultian references and the sex is peppered with a raw tenderness that, at times, even surprises the calm and collected protagonist. This balanced blend of intellect and intimacy makes this feature drama by debut director Joseph Graham a delight.

Strapped | Joseph Graham | USA | 2010 | 95 min

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REAR ENTRY – Steamworks Play Party

Steamworks Toronto & Vancouver
Friday June 3rd 10:30pm to 4:30am
Steamworks Toronto – 540 Church St. Lev 2
Steamworks Vancouver – 123 W. Pender

Get Steamed with HARDLINE Friday June 3rd and the First Friday of every month for “Rear Entry” Hardline’s official Play party at Steamworks Toronto & Vancouver!

The suds and studs will flow from 10:30pm to 4am - pulsing to the DJ’s dirty house beats.

Vancouver – DJ Nick Bertossi & Toronto – DJ Neill MacLeod

PLUS: HARDLINE gear and giveaways!

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OMG a revelation! Thanks to the holier than thou journalistic disciplines of the folks at ChristWire.org we can now say that there is unequivocally no doubt that the rise in the homo population in America has a direct and unarguable connection with The Golden Girls. That’s right Blanche!

We really have to hand it to their unbiased journalistic integrity, citing their solid research and list of credible ‘sources’! Oh wait a minute.., apparently only one source, the all high and mighty of course.., duh! Who could argue with the logic? I mean you would have to agree that there must be some ‘deep seeded’ (oh yes I did!) truth to this Breaking news story! Ok enough of that, lets get to the best part of what’s happening on christewire.org, harbingers of the unknown truths plaguing mankind!

As it turns out, the very misguided nature & content of their misled fodder, has turned around and bit them in the ass! Yes that’s right! Thanks to the wonderful folks at Google and their crafty little search spiders, Google is serving GAY related ads right on christwire.org. Sorry what was that..? Um can we say Karma LOL!




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REAR ENTRY @STEAMWORKS Toronto & Vancouver plus $5 off at the door!

REAR ENTRY – NEW Monthly Play Party Steamworks Toronto & Vancouver Friday April 1st 10:30pm to 4:30am Steamworks Toronto – 540 Church St. Lev 2 Steamworks Vancouver – 123 W. Pender Get Steamed with HARDLINE Friday April 1st and the First Friday of every month, as we kick off “Rear Entry” Hardline’s official Play party at Steamworks Toronto & Vancouver! The suds and studs will flow from 10:30pm to 4am - pulsing to the DJ’s dirty house beats. Vancouver – DJ Nick Bertossi & Toronto – DJ James Wolf PLUS: HARDLINE gear and giveaways! Print this event poster and get a $5 DISCOUNT at the Door! Offer valid April 1st 10:30pm to 4am April 2nd 2011 only!

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Mr BIG at The Grand Hive

Saturday at 11:00pm - Sunday at 3:00am

Presented by: HARDLINE
Location: The Grand Hive
504 Jarvis Street
Toronto, ON

More Info It's "march madness" so let it all hang out with BIG boys DJ Dwayne Minard and DJ Mike B.

DJ's Dwayne Minard and Mike B serve up the freshest house grooves all night long.

Hosted by Charles Pavia

Cover $10

MIKE B aka DJ boyUK @ 11pm - 12:30ish am spinning funky, vocal, boompty, disco and Chicago house.

DWAYNE MINARD 12:30ish am - 2:30am spinning BIG room, progressive & tech house.

Bring your dancing shoes and your BFFs!

*** $1 from every ticket goes in support of HABITAT FOR HUMANITY CANADA. A national, non-profit organization working towards a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live.

M. Cuir Montréal 2011 et M. Rubber Montréal 2011

HARDLINE Chat - Fier commanditaire de MCM2011 et MRM2011
18 et 19 mars 2011 à l'aigle Noir

Vendredi 18 mars:

- 19h00: Souper “ROAST” en l’honneur de Ghislain Rousseau M. Cuir Montréal 2010 et Dany Lapierre M. Rubber Montréal 2010. Restaurant Pho Ann Nan 1830, Ste-Catherine Est, (juste à coté du Stud, le restaurant est reservé pour nous et seulement 45 places alors premiers arrivés, premiers servis). APPORTER VOTRE VIN

- 22h00: Encan fétiche à l’IAigle Noir. Plusieurs items féticheS seront vendus pour amasser de l’argent pour les deux nouveaux Monsieur en titre. ADMISSION 5$ (pour la soirée)

- 23h00: Soirée thématique Rubber et Cuir. Il y aura présentation des candidats, Spectacle de spectacle de M. Rubber 2010 et d'autres surprises (admission 5$)

- 2h00AM After Party au sauna Gi Joe

Samedi 19 mars:

- Séminaires éducatifs sur thèmes fétiche au Bar Le Stud, 1918 Ste-Catherine Est, 2ième étage.
. 13h30 à 15h00 Flogging pour débutant et intermédiaire avec Ms V
. 15h30 à 17h00 Boudage pour débutant et intermédiaire avec Dunter

- 22h00 Début des concours à l’Aigle Noir (admission 5$)

- 2h00 am After Sex Party au Sauna Gi Joe

Hébergement:

- Hotel St-André, 1285 St-Andre,Montréal, QC H2L 3T1
(514) 849-7070 www.hotelsaintandre.ca

- La Conciergerie, Bed and Breakfast, 1019 Rue Saint Hubert
Montréal, QC H2L 3Y3 (514) 289-9297 www.laconciergerie.ca

Pour information envoyer un courriel à Stedonaldson@hotmail.com ou tel. au 514-998-8451
Merci

JOCK - Goodhandy’s Toronto

Saturday MARCH 12th 10:30pm to closeam
120 Church street

Club Hardline presents JOCK night at GoodHandy’s Toronto!
Join us on Saturday Mar 12th and the second Saturday of every month for a night dedicated to sport-kit and Jock enthusiasts.

Not only will you get your locker room fix, you’ll be supporting teams from Toronto's Queer sports leagues. This months edition will support Downtown Swim Club Toronto.

The party starts at 10:30. So grab your jock straps and
snap on your singlet’s, we’ll see you at Goodhandy’s 120 Church street
Hosted by Charles Pavia DJ Geoff Kelleway
HARDLINE gear and giveaways!

Proceeds from the door will benefit the Down Town Swim Club.

JOCK at GoodHandy's - Sat Feb 12th

Club Hardline presents JOCK night at GoodHandy’s Toronto.

Join us on Saturday Feb 12th and the second Saturday of every month for a night dedicated to sport-kit and Jock enthusiasts.

Not only will you get your locker room fix, you’ll be supporting teams from Toronto's Queer sports leagues. This months edition will support Down town Soccer Toronto.

The party starts at 10:30. So grab your jock straps and snap on your singlet’s, we’ll see you at Goodhandy’s 120 Church street

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