* natasha *

juliaandreaanne

Julia, Andrea, and Anne are Natasha, an all-female band in high school.  Borrowing instruments from their school, writing their own songs, and distributing their music dubbed over cheap cassette tapes from thrift stores, this DIY band went on to open for the Butchies and Roxotica.  Inspired by their simple arrangements, clever lyrics copied from class lectures, and massive following, I contacted the band in March.  I asked if I could make them answer lots of questions about music, high school, feminism, and sexuality.  They graciously took me up on my offer and, with the help of Jason Middleton, the summer was spent filling DAT tapes and rolls of super 8 with their music, fans, and take on their time together on stage.

13 minutes, super 8, completed January 2005


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watch Natasha on North Carolina public television

 

Rooftop Films Summer Series - official selection 2006

NewFilmmakers - official selection 2006

Frameline - official selection 2006

Boston Underground Film Festival - official selection 2006

Ladyfest NC - official selection 2005

DC Underground Film Festival - official selection 2005

GiRLFeST Hawaii - official selection 2005

Outfest - official selection 2005

Hi Mom! Film Festival - Audience Choice Award 2005

Iowa City International Documentary Film Festival - official selection 2005

Hi Lo Film Festival - official selection 2005

Cucalorus Film Festival - official selection 2005

Duke University's Center for Documentary Studies - 2005 "Happening"
 

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