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Narrated by Sarah Jessica Parker, The Times of Bill Cunningham features incredible photographs chosen from over 3 million previously unpublicized images and documents from iconic street photographer and fashion historian Bill Cunningham. Told in Cunningham’s own words from a recently unearthed 1994 interview, the photographer chronicles, in his customarily cheerful and plainspoken manner, moonlighting as a milliner in France during the Korean War, his unique relationship with First Lady Jackie Kennedy, his four decades at The New York Times and his democratic view of fashion and society.
It’s been almost 4 years since the death of Bill Cunningham, the legendary chronicler of New York street fashion who worked for The New York Times for four decades. Cunningham’s contagious enthusiasm for fashion embraced both runway couture and how real people dress every day to live their lives. According to Cunningham, “The best fashion show is definitely on the street. Always has been. Always will be.”
You may remember those words from the terrific 2010 documentary Bill Cunningham New York (currently available to stream, and worth it). Watching it, or watching the Cunningham-narrated “On the Street” videos The Times published for years, you just want to hear more from Bill Cunningham. (If you feel like getting emotional, watch his segment on the “glorious sight” of spring in New York from April 2015, the last video in the series, as far as I can tell.)
Thankfully, a new documentary focuses on just that: hearing more from Bill Cunningham. Where the 2010 film told its story in part by following Cunningham through the weekly process of filing his photo features, The Times of Bill Cunningham is based on a 1994 interview taped by the film’s producer, Mark Bozek. Bozek cut the interview with hundreds of photos from Cunningham’s archive (and other archival photos and footage) and a narrative voiceover (by Sarah Jessica Parker). Apparently, the original plan was for a short conversation but the two talked for hours.
REACTIONS
“A snapshot of a life that leaves you grateful for having encountered it.”Owen Gleiberman, Variety
“The real strength of Bozek’s film is how much of Cunningham’s own voice it gives us.”
David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter
AWARDS & FESTIVALS
NEW YORK FILM FESTIVAL - OFFICIAL SELECTION 2018ASPEN FILMFEST - 2019 AUDIENCE AWARD WINNER
BERKSHIRE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL - OFFICIAL SELECTION 2018
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Movie Release for “The Times of Bill Cunningham” at the Angelika Theater in New York City
What a great magical night Thursday, February 13, 2020 and even greater to have my song “Tonight Josephine” sang by Legendary Super-Model Pat Cleveland be a part of this film. I must say that Pat Cleveland looked absolutely beautiful and I know Bill Cunningham was smiling down on this great evening. If you are in New York City they have an incredible tribute to Bill Cunningham at Nordstrom's and “Tonight Josephine” is a part of the music.
The private screening hosted by M•A•C and Nordstrom of “The Times of Bill Cunningham” at the Angelika Theater in New York City. The movie was officially being released by Greenwood Entertainment at certain theaters on Feb 14, 2020.M•A•C and Nordstrom, with the Cinema Society and the CFDA, hosted the special screening of The Times of Bill Cunningham, a documentary about the famed street style photographer’s life. Guests included director Mark Bozek and Bill Cunningham’s niece, Trish Simonson. Also in attendance were Steven Kolb, Carol Alt, Pat Cleveland, Ruben Toledo, Andrew Saffir, Suzanne Bartsch, Jordan Roth, Theodora Richards, Tony Danza, Carole Radziwill, Frederique Van Der Wal, Fern Mallis, Tonne Goodman, Chloe Gosselin, Batsheva Hay, and Aurora James, Valerie Simpson, B. Michael, Lloyd Banks, Bethann Hardison, Andre Leon Talley, Carol Deitz. Music Producers- Azima & Maurice Lynch........ An after-party was also thrown at Bistrot Leo.
Drew Elliott, M•A•C Cosmetics global creative director, said: “M•A•C Cosmetics is honored to celebrate Bill Cunningham who is such a legend. He’s an important person who understood diversity and through his lens cared about who was bringing style no matter who you were or what your background was. He is a true icon with an amazing legacy.”
Maurice Lynch
Producer
http://greenwichentertainment.com/film/the-times-of-bill-cunningham/
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/13/movies/the-times-of-bill-cunningham-review.html
https://www.vogue.com/article/ruben-toledo-on-the-fashion-documentary-the-times-of-bill-cunningham
https://www.vogue.com/slideshow/the-times-of-bill-cunningham-new-york-screening
https://www.zimbio.com/photos/Maurice+Lynch/Times+Bill+Cunningham+New+York+Screening/eoiV-_EWjZI
https://www.zimbio.com/photos/Mark+Bozek/Times+Bill+Cunningham+New+York+Screening/eoiV-_EWjZI
https://time.com/5784414/the-times-of-bill-cunningham-review/
https://fashionweekdaily.com/bill-cunningham-documentary-mark-bozek/
https://www.gettyimages.com/photos/patrick-cunningham?family=editorial&phrase=patrick%20cunningham&sort=best
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Maurice Lynch Music: “The Times of Bill Cunningham” Opens February 14th 2020 at The Angelika Theater
“The Times of Bill Cunningham” by Filmmaker Mark Bozek will beginning playing on February 14th 2020 at The Angelika Theater at 18 W Houston St, in New York City. The first two shows will have American fashion journalist and former American editor-at-large of Vogue magazine - Andre Leon Tally and Veteran American Fashion Model Bethann Hardison following the exhibit with Q&A. Check the Angelika’s website for all times and showings.
It was so exciting for me to have my song “Tonight Josephine” sang by legendary super-model Pat Cleveland in this documentry. This film opened an incredible door for my music and for the song. Being able to have my music be a part of the award winning Journey of Bill Cunningham, and have it presented in museums, art exhibits, world-wide film festivals and at Newport’s Historic Rosecliff has been overwhelming and humbling.
The Film: The Time of Bill Cunningham - Told in Bill Cunningham’s own words from a recently unearthed six-hour 1994 interview, the iconic street photographer and fashion historian chronicles, in his customarily cheerful and plainspoken manner, moonlighting as a milliner in France during the Korean War, his unique relationship with First Lady Jackie Kennedy, his four decades at The New York Times and his democratic view of fashion and society. Narrated by Sarah Jessica Parker, The Times of Bill Cunningham features incredible photographs chosen from over 3 million previous.
The Theater: "The original Angelika Film Center & Café opened in New York City's Soho district in 1989. The Angelika plays an impressive and diverse mix of independent films, and is the definitive cinema of choice for filmmakers and film lovers alike. Since its opening, the Angelika New York has become the most successful and recognized arthouse in the United States. The Angelika offers a dynamic and sophisticated atmosphere. The theater is a great place to meet your friends or hang out by yourself, and patrons who come early can enjoy a gourmet snack at the café or browse our InFocus newsletter."
https://www.angelikafilmcenter.com/nyc/showtimes-and-tickets/coming-soon
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Maurice Lynch Music: Happy Birthday Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
This is my favorite quote by Dr. King ““I have decided to stick to with love...Hate is too great a burden to bear.””….. It reminds me that love is the most important thing to hold in your heart and embrace……. Happy Birthday….. Dr. King
Maurice Lynch
Producer
Maurice Lynch & The Harlem Musical Revue
Happy New Year - The Magic of 20's is here and we are kicking-off this decade right at Maurice Lynch Music with the release of our new HD Promotional Video for - Maurice Lynch & The Harlem Musical Revue - Harlem Tribute Show..
Maurice Lynch Music Presents: Maurice Lynch & The Harlem Musical Revue....
Let’s take an exciting ride to Harlem to experience my new Harlem Tribute Show and celebrate all things Harlem.
This production showcases some of the most incredible singers and musicians from New York that I have had the pleasure of producing. Harlem's First Lady of Jazz -Alyson Williams, Inspirational Soul Diva-Dawn Tallman, Legendary Icon Super-Model - Pat Cleveland and welcoming R&B Balladeer Mr. Tony Terry.
The audience will enjoy my original compositions and arrangements to some of the most influential songs of the 20th Century that has made Harlem famous. Not to mention music from the Great American Songbook, as well as hits from the Legendary Ashford & Simpson.
HD Promotional Video - Maurice Lynch & The Harlem Musical Revue - Harlem Tribute Show...
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Make sure you visit our website for all the exciting news and updates through the year. Welcome to the 20's
Maurice Lynch
Producer
Thank you for visiting - Maurice Lynch Music
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Maurice Lynch Music - Have a Magical Holiday Season
The best part of the season is remembering those who make the year magical and meaningful.
A special thanks to everyone. May the magic of this Holiday Season greet you in the coming New Year.
Maurice Lynch
Producer
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LIVE in Harlem U.S.A...."My Harlem 'Tis of Thee"....
A Musical exploring the dynamics of gentrification in Harlem as a transforming community comes face to face with their differences, and their cultural identities are tested at a traditional block party.
As Harlem prepares to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Harlem Renaissance,this presentation takes on a timely and historic significance as a documentation of art, culture and race in America. Businesses, schools, cultural institutions, politicians, the people--new and long-time residents--are creating their particular stories, investigating and illuminating their imprint on a world-renowned community.
Hear some of the most diverse voices of Harlem today as a transforming community comes face to face with their differences and their cultural identities are tested at a traditional block party.
We all know what Harlem was – the world renowned Mecca of black culture to which artists and thinkers of color moved in masse for more than a century. This influx of creative minds established a significant cultural incubator through which a civilizing identity emerged that came to define African American artistry.
Diverse groups of people are moving into the neighborhood and blacks are disappearing. In this decade of gentrification where is this historically African American community going? We welcome diverse voices, impressions, ideas and perspectives in striving to reach a common ground for the new Harlem, whatever its complexion.
Featuring:
Alyson Williams, Tina Fabrique, Jose Febus, Rhonda McLean Nur, John Martin Green, Robin Baxter, Ted Hanan, Mara M. Sanchez,
and The Nat Adderley Jr. Trio
Thanks All
Maurice Lynch Music.....Harlem, New York
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Maurice Lynch Music- Celebrates the Art of Mikel Kilgour
Maurice Lynch Music: Mikel Kilgour launches new Website Gallery..........It was such and exciting experience on September 28th, 2019 to be the Musical Director for"Go'in Bananna's" Celebrating Artist- Mikel Kilgour's Josephine Baker Art Exhibit. The evening was filled with over 100 paintings of Josephine. Mikel's interpretation's were stellar and overwhelming.
Harlem was applauding as Josephine returned on that magical autumn evening. My song " Tonight Josephine" sang by the incomparable Miss Pat Cleveland was a part this great celebration of all things Josephine. This event was historic. Many Veteran Fashion Modeling Legends were present (Versailles 73 model & Halstonette-Alva Chin, Vogue Cover Model-Peggy Dillard, Hermes Campaign Model-Tommy Garrett, GQ's First Black Male Cover Model- Renault White, Bob Mackie- Muse- Lu Sierra, David P. Martin, Ebony Magazine Legendary Model and Commentator - Audrey Smaltz, Alvin Clayton, Versailles 73 Model- Norma Jean Darden and Givenchy- Muse- Carol Collins-Miles and the list goes on and on......But what really caused a frenzy was a person very dear to my heart Josephine Baker's son Jari (Jarry) Baker who has been a personal friend of mine for over 25 years.... But the real magic for the evening was the art. The art interpretations by Mikel Kilgour will keep the spirt of Josephine alive for many generations to come.
Mikel Kigour's Artist Director - Cynthia McCoy has shared a fantastic new website to celebrate the artwork.
Please follow the links below there is a wonderful article, art and website gallery. Many pieces are availble for purchase.
Maurice Lynch
Producer
https://ctmmodernfineart.com/
http://www.artfixdaily.com/artwire/release/5642-announcing-ctmmodernfineartcom-%E2%80%93-%E2%80%9Coriginal%E2%80%9D-art-online
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Mark Bozek’s documentary “The Times of Bill Cunningham” wins top honor at Aspen Film Festival 2019
Aspen, CO (October 1, 2019) – Aspen Film announced today its balloted Audience Award winners for the 40th Anniversary Filmfest which ran September 23-29 at the Wheeler Opera House and the Isis Theatre in Aspen and the Crystal Theatre in Carbondale.
THE TIMES OF BILL CUNNINGHAM, directed by Mark Bozek, was chosen to receive the Audience Award for Best Film and JOJO RABBIT, directed by Taika Waititi, received Audience Special Mention.
“As we wrap the 40th edition of Filmfest, we are delighted to announce our Audience and Audience Special Mention Awards, which are quite indicative of the mood and of the community and the politics of our time, says Aspen Film Executive + Artistic Director Susan Wrubel. “THE TIMES OF BILL CUNNINGHAM is a delightful and moving story of a behind-the-scenes cultural icon who brought joy to so many through his work. JOJO RABBIT is a film that certainly polarized the audience with its bold satire, however, it’s message of tolerance and understanding ultimately rang through.” Wrubel added, “Aspen Film is so proud to have the ability to bring films of this caliber to this community. The response to Filmfest was overwhelming, and our films sparked a lot of dialogue, which is one of our goals.”
Timed to the spectacular fall color in the Rocky Mountains, Aspen Film presented a seven-day showcase of independent and big-screen cinema featuring 23 features and documentaries from the international festival circuit punctuated by filmmaker guests, in-depth discussions and education programming. For FilmEducates, this year’s participants were Aspen Middle School, Aspen Country Day, CMC Aspen, Colorado Rocky Mountain School and Yampah Mountain High School. There was also a special in-school screening of the world premiere, change-influencing WeRiseUP for students and many of the student groups came to the theatre for the influential and inspirational docs CHANGING THE GAME and MOVING STORIES.
To commemorate the 40th anniversary, Aspen Film presented its first-ever Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in the Cinematic Arts to Bob Rafelson – renegade and ground-breaking director, producer, and writer whose career spans four decades. Rafelson was the first recipient of Aspen Film’s Independent by Nature award in 1999 so it was only fitting that 20 years later he was honored again, looking back at his incredible career. In conjunction with the tribute, Rafelson’s 1990 film MOUNTAINS OF THE MOON was screened during the festival.
Aspen Film will continue its fall celebration of film with its monthly Indie Showcase screening of LINDA RONSTADT: THE SOUND OF MY VOICE in partnership with Metropolitan Theatres on Wednesday, October 2, 7:30pm at the Isis Theatre (406 E. Hopkins Ave.).
For the complete list of Aspen Film programs and upcoming calendar of events, visit aspenfilm.org.
About the Winning Film:
THE TIMES OF BILL CUNNINGHAM
Directed by Mark Bozek, USA, 2018, 74 minutes
Narrated by Sarah Jessica Parker, THE TIMES OF BILL CUNNINGHAM features incredible photographs chosen from over 3 million previously unpublicized images and documents from iconic street photographer and fashion historian Bill Cunningham. Told in Cunningham’s own words from a recently unearthed 1994 interview, the photographer chronicles, in his customarily cheerful and plainspoken manner, moonlighting as a milliner in France during the Korean War, his unique relationship with First Lady Jackie Kennedy, his four decades at The New York Times and his democratic view of fashion and society.
Director’s statement from Mark Bozek:
“I am thrilled to receive Aspen Film Festival’s Audience Award. Grateful to this amazing festival’s 40th Anniversary and to Greenwich Entertainment for making it all happen. Onward!”
THE TIMES OF BILL CUNNINGHAM will roll out theatrically on Valentine’s Day, February 14th beginning in New York and Los Angeles.
https://aspenfilm.org/2019/10/01/aspen-film-announces-40th-anniversary-filmfest-audience-award-winners/
https://www.aspentimes.com/entertainment/aspen-filmfest-the-times-of-bill-cunningham-and-jojo-rabbit-win-audience-awards/
https://aspenfilm.org/aspen-filmfest-2019/
http://mauricelynchmusic.com/timesofbill/
Josephine Returns to Harlem in "Goin Bananas" with Artist Michael Kilgore
On September 28, 2019, the first Josephine Baker Fine Art Exhibit in history will take place at Harlem’s legendary Alhambra Ballroom in New York City. “Goin Bananas” features 100 original master works created by fine artist Michael Kilgore in the cubism, fauvism, abstract figurative, impressionism, neo-expressionism, collage art and line art techniques. Josephine Baker’s signature Bananas serve as a metaphorical inspiration that permeates throughout the exhibit, poised to be one of the most significant art events of the season. Goin Bananas is presented in collaboration with Cynthia McCoy, Art Director for the Exhibit. This is a must see, once in a lifetime event as the artworks will be “collectible” for lovers of Josephine Baker!
Kilgore’s work was presented by the California African American Museum in a twice held over exhibit that succeeded the Geoffrey Holder and Carmen de Lavallade Exhibit.
Three iconic supermodels of LA CABINE DE GIVENCHY formed by HUBERT DE GIVENCHY will be reunited at the global premiere of the JOSEPHINE BAKER exhibit.
SANDI BASS, DIANNE WASHINGTON-KAY, and CAROL COLLINS-MILES who will be performing at the VIP RECEPTION on September 28th at the ALHAMBRA BALLROOM in HARLEM.
CAROL, SANDI AND DIANE are Advisory Board members of the exhibit, and have not seen each other since the late 1980s. Therefore, we are greatly honored!
GIVENCHY was the first to use BLACK MODELS in 1977 to an unforgettable effect after the show at VERSAILLES in 1973, where JOSEPHINE BAKER actually performed. After GIVENCHY, YVES SAINT LAURENT was highly inspired to book BLACK MODELS.
Other supermodels on our Advisory Board include COCO MITCHELL, BEVERLY JOHNSON, LU SIERRA, ALVA CHINN, and PEGGY DILLARD who will also be performing.
Michael Kilgore – Artist
Cynthia McCoy – Artistic Director
Maurice Lynch – Musical Director
https://www.fineartmichaelkilgore.net/
https://www.facebook.com/GALLERIE-MICHAEL-KILGORE-176147553417/
http://www.artfixdaily.com/blogs/index/THE_MC_COY_POST%253A_THE_ART_OF_CREATING
http://www.artfixdaily.com/calendar/details/4654-goin-bananas-a-josephine-baker-art-exhibit
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