'Rum Diary' preem searching for Film Independent's LACMA program

Helmer Jason Reitman might be the guest artist for Film Independent's inaugural LACMA Film Series. Occasions are the world preem of "The Rum Diary" on March. 13, tests of "Martha Marcy May Marlene" together with a restored version of Charlie Chaplin's "Modern Occasions" additionally to some live read of "The Breakfast Club." Series, presented with the NY Occasions, is curated by film critic Elvis Mitchell with LACMA film coordinator Bernardo Rondeau as well as the Film Independent team. It'll include tests of narrative and docu photos, as well as worldwide showcases, guest-curated programs and conversations with artists. Mentioned Mitchell: "What's crucial that you me is ... keeping alive the tradition of programming the classic canon to make sure that the theater's loyal audience feels protected, while adding new elements for the mix that guarantees the attention from the new crowd." Using the Live Read program, thesps read aloud classic scripts. "Among the most popular moments just like a filmmaker might be the very first table read of my script," Reitman mentioned. "This should actually be a pleasurable approach to bring people into what is surely a closed process." For more information, visit Lacma.org. Contact the number newsroom at news@variety.com