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U.S.A., 2007, 93 mins, Color (Family Friendly)
MIDWEST PREMIERE
+FILMMAKERS SCHEDULED TO BE IN ATTENDANCE
Director: Robyn Bliley
Producers: Robyn Bliley, Chad Wilson
Cinematographer: Chad Wilson
Editor: Monique Zavistovski
www.circusrosairemovie.com
OFFICIAL SELECTION 2008 SLAMDANCE FILM FESTIVAL
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For nine generations the Rosaire family has entertained audiences all over the world with their legendary animal acts. From lions and tigers, to bears and chimpanzees, to a famous horse named “Tony the Wonder Horse”, the Rosaires are renowned for their unique and respectful way of training and performing with wild animals. The Rosaire’s roots are deeply embedded in circus tradition. Their forefathers were court jesters, acrobats and animal trainers who traveled through the villages of Europe captivating audiences with their family side shows and wild animal menageries. However, the circus life of their ancestors is a very different one today. Major declines in audience attendance and increasing, yet legitimate concerns for animal welfare have greatly impacted the Rosaire’s traditional way of life. Jobs are scarce in circus and living the life of gypsy performers is taking its toll. The Rosaires are acutely aware that their traditional way of making a living is slowly dying. However, they continue struggling to keep it alive because it's in their blood and it's all they know. When tragedy befalls the family not once but twice, they decide to attempt what they've been unable to do for over 50 years - quit the road and create a family circus on their property in Sarasota, Florida.
Robyn Bliley
After first making her living as an actress in television shows and movies, Robyn co-founded Progressive Productions with her partner Chad Wilson in 2002 and has produced and directed hundreds of music programs for AOL Music, Disney, Capitol Records and other clients featuring the music industry's top recording artists. For the past five years, Robyn has spent her time between music projects working on "Circus Rosaire", which marks her feature directorial debut.
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PRECEDED BY SHORT FILM
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U.S.A., 2006, 11:45 mins, Color
MIDWEST PREMIERE
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Director: Joseph D. Reitman |
A lion goes to Hollywood to become an actor.
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| | | Showings | | 06/14/08 09:00 AM | Venue 3 (HS)
Saugatuck High School Auditorium
401 Elizabeth Street | | | 06/13/08 09:00 PM | Venue 3 (HS)
Saugatuck High School Auditorium
401 Elizabeth Street | |
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