A timely revisiting of AL FRANKEN: GOD SPOKE

  • by Raphaela Neihausen, April 15, 2009

image As Al Franken awaits a court verdict to determine his status as Minnesota’s senator, it was perfect timing to revisit the film AL FRANKEN: GOD SPOKE. Directors Nick Doob and Chris Hegedus joined us for a memorable screening of Franken’s transformation from no-holds-barred comedy to politics.  The screening proved extra timely since this week there were new developments in his journey to the senate.  For the latest on Franken’s career, visit http://www.alfranken.com/ and to read a full review of the STF screening, read Karina Longworth’s piece on SpoutBlog. (Photo L to R: Chris Hegedus, D.A. Pennebaker and Nick Doob)

image L to R: Editor Jill Woodward, international woman of mystery Ella, journalist Robyn Hillman and filmmaker Meredith Kaufman.
image Josh Levin of Gallant Films showing some Michigan pride.
image The STF regulars: filmmakers Ruth Somalo and Cathryne Czubek (I spelled your last name right!)
image Deep in post-film conversation - filmmakers Andrew Berends, Chris Hegedus and Robin Hessman.
image Trading stories on the couch - STF host Thom Powers and filmmaker D.A. Pennebaker.
image The multi-talented IFC staff custom-design signs for each screening.
image from AL FRANKEN: GOD SPOKE Related Film/Screening:
AL FRANKEN: GOD SPOKE by Chris Hegedus and Nick Doob

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