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Director: Chris Rock
Cast: Chris Rock, Bernie Mac, Robin Givens
Join us Friday, November 1st at 7:00 p.m. for a special campaign event featuring a screening of Chris Rock’s 2003 political comedy Head of State!
This is an exciting opportunity to gather together in the final days of Micah McCarey’s campaign for Ohio’s House of Representatives, District 95. Come for laughs, camaraderie, and to show your support for a candidate who’s committed to progress and positive change in our community.
Admission is free and open to the public – Tickets are still required
Meet-and-Greet: 7:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Film Begin: 7:30 p.m.
About the Film
Written and directed by Chris Rock, Head of State tells the story of Washington, DC alderman Mays Gilliam who finds himself unexpectedly chosen to be the Democratic nominee for President of the United States when the original nominees for prez and vice-prez are accidentally killed in a plane crash. Gilliam is considered a local hero because he selflessly saved the life of a woman who fell victim to an explosion, and the Dems think that, even though he is not likely to win, Gilliam’s visibility will serve their chances for a victory in an election down the road. Plus, he’s infinitely likeable! When Mays finds himself actually rising in the polls, he starts to take his campaign seriously and begins to speak his mind about what he thinks are the real problems facing the country…in the hilarious way that only Chris Rock can!
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