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

Helmer Jason Reitman may be the guest artist for Film Independent's inaugural LACMA Film Series. Occasions range from the world preem of "The Rum Diary" on March. 13, tests of "Martha Marcy May Marlene" along with a restored version of Charlie Chaplin's "Modern Occasions" in addition to a live read of "The Breakfast Club." Series, presented through the NY Occasions, is curated by film critic Elvis Mitchell with LACMA film coordinator Bernardo Rondeau and also the Film Independent team. It'll include tests of narrative and docu photos, together with worldwide showcases, guest-curated programs and conversations with artists. Stated Mitchell: "What's vital that you me is ... keeping alive the tradition of programming the classic canon to ensure that the theater's loyal audience feels protected, while adding new elements towards the mix that guarantees the eye of the new crowd." With the Live Read program, thesps read aloud classic scripts. "Among my personal favorite moments like a filmmaker may be the first table read of my script," Reitman stated. "This ought to be an enjoyable method to bring people into what happens to be a closed process." To learn more, visit Lacma.org. Contact the range newsroom at news@variety.com