The European Parliament Liaison Office in Washington, D.C. and Outside the Box [Office],
in cooperation with the USC Schwarzenegger Institute, invite you to attend
 

A Special Screening of LUX Audience Award Winner

THE TEACHERS' LOUNGE

96th Academy Awards® Nominee for
Best International Feature Film

Directed by Ilker Çatak
Written by Ilker Çatak and Johannes Duncker
Produced by Ingo Fliess

Welcome by Walter Goetz, Director, European Parliament Liaison Office in Washington DC

Introduction by special guest, LaWanda Toney,
Deputy Chief of Staff for Communications and Partnerships, U.S. Department of Education
Interviewed by Allison Kay, Chief of Staff, USC Schwarzenegger Institute

Following the screening, there will be a pre-recorded Q&A with Director Ilker Çatak
Moderated by Alessandro Ago, Executive Director,
Film Programming and Special Projects, USC School of Cinematic Arts

7:00 P.M. on Thursday, October 3rd, 2024

The Ray Stark Family Theatre, SCA 108
George Lucas Building, USC School of Cinematic Arts Complex
900 W. 34th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90007

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

FOOD AND DRINKS ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED IN THE AUDITORIUM.
 

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

All main USC entry points are open. Main pedestrian entrances are accessible 24/7. The McClintock and McCarthy entrances provide pedestrian and vehicle access 24/7; other vehicle entrances are open on weekdays from 6 a.m.-8 p.m. Learn more about the expedited access procedures.
 

About The Teachers' Lounge

When Carla Nowak, a dedicated sports and math teacher, starts her first job at a high school, she stands out for her idealism. When a series of thefts occur at the school and one of her students is suspected, she decides to investigate the matter on her own. Carla tries to mediate between outraged parents, opinionated colleagues and aggressive students, but is relentlessly confronted with the rigid structures of the school system. The more desperately she tries to do everything right, the more the young teacher threatens to break. This gripping drama about conformity, racism, and rebellion – Germany’s entry into the Oscars – is an incisive look at the rapidly shifting power dynamics and complex search for truth in contemporary society.

Provided courtesy of Sony Pictures Classics. Running time: 98 minutes.

http://teachersloungefilm.com

About the European Parliament LUX Audience Award

"LUX - The European Audience Film Award (short: LUX Audience Award)" by the European Parliament and the European Film Academy (EFA) demonstrates the European Parliament’s, (the European Union's directly elected legislative assembly), commitment to culture. The initiative promotes European cultural diversity and provides a tangible support to cinema and the arts using films that go to the heart of the European public debate.

The LUX Audience Award is built on the previous LUX Prize, the film prize of the European Parliament established in 2007, and on the EFA’s People’s Choice Award, introduced in 1997. Films nominated for the award are publicly unveiled at the European Film Awards ceremony in December. The audience and the Members of the European Parliament are then invited to cast their votes online with the film receiving the overall highest ranking from the public and the EU lawmakers, with each group weighing 50 per cent, becoming the winner of the LUX Audience Award. The winner is announced at an award ceremony in the European Parliament, in June.

The LUX Audience Award, just as the LUX prize, is a quality indicator for backing European film productions. The initiative gives the nominated films more visibility and helps them cross borders and reach a wider audience.

Learn more about the LUX AUDIENCE AWARD at:
https://lux-award.europarl.europa.eu/en

About the European Parliament Liaison Office in Washington D.C.

The European Parliament Liaison Office in Washington D.C. (EPLO) is the US office of the European Parliament responsible for developing relationships between the US Congress and the European Parliament on issues calling for trans-Atlantic legislative and political cooperation. It attempts to build a trans-Atlantic network of legislators and legislative staffers focused on issues of mutual concern.

Beyond strengthening US and EU parliamentary ties the EPLO maintains strong working relationships with US-based universities, think tanks, NGOs, business organisations and the press. It provides these partners with a point of reference for following developments in the European Union, most particularly from the perspective of the European Parliament, the EU’s directly elected body of legislators representing 450 million European citizens.

The office was inaugurated in 2010 and is situated at 2175 K Street, N.W. Washington, D.C.

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.

To view the calendar of screenings, click here

To SUBSCRIBE to our MAILING LIST for upcoming free screenings and events, e-mail the word "Subscribe" to: aago@cinema.usc.edu
 

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

On-campus parking at the University of Southern California is limited. We recommend buying a day pass for the Royal Street Structure, located at the intersection of Royal Street and W. Jefferson Blvd. Parking passes are $20/car. For more information about parking at USC, please visit USC Transportation Website:

https://transnet.usc.edu/index.php/daily-and-hourly-parking/
https://transnet.usc.edu/index.php/about-us/entrance-hours/

Contact Information

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