Insert Coin + Q&A (Screening Series 2021)

9036 Wilshire Boulevard,Beverly Hills CA 90211

02 July, 2021

Description

IndieScene presents this film as part of our Screening Series to support the 2020 SXSW films & filmmakers canceled due to the pandemic. The Film: (Documentary) INSERT COIN is the amazing behind-the-scenes story of one of the greatest video game studios of all time – Midway Games. Led by the “Godfather of Videogames” Eugene Jarvis, the company pioneered the concept of live action gaming, kickstarting a new arcade boom and grossing billions of dollars in the process with massive hits like Mortal Kombat and NBA Jam. Through intimate and often hilarious interviews with the people who were there, we witness how a small, tight-knit group of friends deal with next level success and the roller coaster ride that comes with it. ** Q&A featuring director Joshua Tsui @insertcoindoc @cargofilmdocs #ScreeningSeries2021 “Tsui uses his inside knowledge and resources to make an insightful, yet easy-going dive into the dogma of the arcade industry.” - Discussing Films The new documentary Insert Coin, which was meant to play the SXSW film festival, tells their story, and it’s an excellent look back at this exciting period in gaming history." - Slash Film "Will get your fingers itchy again for the retro satisfaction of hearing the NBA Jam commentator exclaim “Boom-shaka-laka” after a huge slam dunk or tearing out your opponent’s spine in Mortal Kombat.” - The Playlist FAQs: This event will follow current COVID-19 guidelines for county, state, and federal safety. All attendees shall understand and acknowledge this. In respect of the pandemic situation, we strongly suggest that attendees are either fully vaccinated or have tested negative within 72 hours of the event’s start time. As a precaution, and in compliance with the theaters’ request, we do require everyone to wear masks while in the lobby and social areas outside the auditoriums. This is a requirement whether you are vaccinated or not.