Outside the Box [Office], LACBA International Law Section,
Abramorama, and Double Hope Films, invite you to attend

A Special Theatrical Screening of

INVISIBLE NATION

Directed by Vanessa Hope
Produced by Sylvia Feng, Vanessa Hope, Ted Hope, Cassandra Jabola, and Ivan Orlic

Followed by a Q&A with Vanessa Hope

7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024

The Michelle and Kevin Douglas IMAX Theatre, RZC 119
Robert Zemeckis Center for Digital Arts
3131 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90007

FREE ADMISSION. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. RSVP REQUIRED.
RSVPs ARE NON-TRANSFERABLE.

FOOD AND DRINKS ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED IN THE AUDITORIUM.

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About Invisible Nation

With unprecedented access to Taiwan’s sitting head of state, director Vanessa Hope investigates the election and tenure of Tsai Ing-wen, the first female president of Taiwan. Thorough, incisive and bristling with tension, Invisible Nation is a living account of Tsai’s tightrope walk as she balances the hopes and dreams of her nation between the colossal geopolitical forces of the U.S. and China. Hope’s restrained observational style captures Tsai at work in her country’s vibrant democracy at home, while seeking full international recognition of Taiwan’s right to exist. At a time when Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has demonstrated the ever-present threat of authoritarian aggression, Invisible Nation brings punctual focus to the struggle of Taiwan as it fights for autonomy and freedom from fear.

Provided courtesy of Abramorama. Running time: 85 minutes. In English and Mandarin, with English subtitles.

https://www.invisiblenation.net/
 

About the Guest

VANESSA HOPE (Director, Producer)

Vanessa Hope is an award-winning producer and director. Vanessa has produced multiple acclaimed films in China including Berlin International Film Festival selection, Wang Quanan's THE STORY OF ERMEI and Cannes Film Festival selection, Chantal Akerman's TOMBEE DU NUIT SUR SHANGHAI, part of an omnibus of films, THE STATE OF THE WORLD. She has also produced her own short films, including CHINA IN THREE WORDS, an official selection at DOC NYC. Hope’s additional producing credits includes the award-winning film, WHO WE ARE: A CHRONICLE OF RACISM IN AMERICA. She served as Executive Producer of Paula James-Martinez’s BORN FREE. Hope made her directorial debut with the documentary ALL EYES AND EARS, an exploration of the complex links between the U.S. and China told through the stories of U.S. Ambassador Jon Huntsman, his adopted daughter Gracie Mei, and civil advocate Chen Guangcheng. Hope’s latest film, INVISBLE NATION, is about the first female president of Taiwan, Tsai Ing-wen.
 

About Outside the Box [Office]

Outside the Box [Office] is a weekly showcase for upcoming releases highlighting world cinema, documentary and independent film titles. The series draws from around the globe to present movies that may challenge, inspire or simply entertain.

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Check-In & Reservations

This screening is free of charge and open to the public. A reservation confirmation will automatically be sent to your e-mail account upon successfully making an RSVP through this website. Doors will open at 6:30 P.M.

All SCA screenings are OVERBOOKED to ensure seating capacity in the theater, therefore seating is not guaranteed based on RSVPs. The RSVP list will be checked in on a first-come, first-served basis until the theater is full. Once the theater has reached capacity, we will no longer be able to admit guests, regardless of RSVP status.
 

Accessibility Needs

Individuals with disabilities who need accommodations to attend this event may contact Alessandro Ago, Executive Director, Film Programming and Special Projects, at aago@cinema.usc.edu or 213-740-2330. It is requested that individuals requiring accommodations or auxiliary aids such as sign language interpreters and alternative format materials notify us at least seven days prior to the event. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations in an effective and timely manner.
 

Parking

NO STUDENT, STAFF, FACULTY OR THEATER PARKING IS AVAILABLE AT THE ROBERT ZEMECKIS CENTER.

We recommend Parking in the USC Shrine Parking Structure, located 686 W 32nd St. Parking passes may be purchased at the gate. Metered street parking is also available along 32nd street.

The USC Robert Zemeckis Center is located at 3131 South Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90007, one block north of Parking Structure D, on the North side of the Shrine Auditorium. The RZC entrance is located at the rear of the building, behind the red fence on 32nd St.
 

Contact Information

Name: Alessandro Ago
Email: aago@cinema.usc.edu