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They Still Make Film For That?
By Dark Roast Arts
Created by Kevin Ealain
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Show Description
Ai got you feeling uneasy? Tired of the digital deluge?! Then "They Still Make Film For That?" is for you! See a live film development demo and why printed photographs are important to our mental health!
Genre and Content
Content Warnings
The creators say this show is appropriate for ages 12-15 and up
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Seat Reservations and Show Tickets
| Add to Schedule | Date | Time | Ticket Options | Quantity | Purchase |
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| Sat 08/03 | 10:00 PM | ||||
| Sun 08/04 | 4:00 PM | ||||
| Tue 08/06 | 5:30 PM | ||||
| Wed 08/07 | 8:30 PM | ||||
| Sun 08/11 | 7:00 PM |
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Cast and Crew
Kevin Ealaín
Writer/Producer/Performer
Kevin Ealaín is an avid film photographer, storyteller, and actor.
Artist Statement
As a film photographer based in the vibrant city of Minneapolis, MN, my work is deeply rooted in the exploration of mood, mystery, and the tactile nature of the analog medium. Drawing inspiration from the evocative imagery of Sylvia Plachy and James Hamilton, the shadowy allure of film noir, the haunting narratives of Tom Waits, and the whimsical darkness of Edward Gorey, my photographs invite viewers to ponder the enigmatic stories captured through my lens.
Each frame I compose is a deliberate meditation on the interplay of light and shadow, texture and form. The inherent tangibility of film photography allows me to engage intimately with my medium, imbuing each image with a sense of authenticity and depth that digital processes often lack. My work is a quiet rebellion against the instant gratification of contemporary photography, favoring instead a contemplative approach that honors the craft's rich traditions.
In a world saturated with fleeting digital images, my photographs stand as tactile artifacts of a deliberate and thoughtful process. They evoke a timeless quality, encouraging viewers to linger and delve into the layers of narrative and emotion embedded within each shot. Isolated and moody, my subjects often inhabit spaces that blur the lines between reality and imagination, inviting a sense of curiosity and introspection.
Through my work, I strive to create a visual dialogue that resonates with the introspective and the inquisitive, those who find beauty in the shadows and stories in the silences. By embracing the slow, deliberate nature of film photography, I offer an antidote to the haste of modern life, celebrating the deliberate, the curious, and the tactile.
A special thanks goes out to Megen and Kieran Ealaín, whose support and assistance were absolutely vital in making this show become reality.
This is his debut as a Fringe Festival producer.
Megen Ealain
Stage Manager
Megen has been a stage manager in the Twin Cities for many years. Some of her favorite shows she has worked on have been Fringe shows, like The Thinnest Woman Wins and Danny is Going to Die. This one, however, may become her new favorite. Working with Kevin has had it's challenges but it's also been amazing. This whole project has truly been a family production so a special thanks needs to go out to our 9yo Production Assistant and Prop Designer.
Scot Froelich
Sound Designer
Scot is a long-time Fringer, having worked on festival shows since 2002. He's performed in a dozen or so, sound designed many more (including this year's Close Call by Brian Watson-Jones), and written and produced four of his own, including Men Will Be Boys in 2013, Break Your Heart in 2016, A Man's Guide... in 2019, and last year's Aging In an Age of Change. He's also a company member at Freshwater Theatre since 2010 (started here at the Fringe with Ruth Virkus' Table 12) and the newly-minted Managing Director of Broken Wing Productions (kicked off with 2022's My Empty Arms). He's producing The Wind Phone over at The Ribs of Humanity, so check that out!
More Information
Come see the show called an "Enchanting, laid back change of pace..." and given 4.5 stars by the Single White Fringe Geek
"They Still Make Film For That? is a perfect change of pace for your Fringe viewing schedule. It’s a window into another kind of art, brought to life onstage by a host who’s fun to hang out with for 45 minutes or so - and then you can take a few minutes to look at the posted photos and cameras on display while he packs up the photo development tools. Great fun, and a lot to think about."
Check this space often throughout Fringe for photos taken and developed during the show! (Scroll down to see what's been posted!)
Synopsis
In 2011, film was declared dead. Beaten down by the digital dynamo.
But in 2024, film photography is not only alive but it's thriving, with new film stocks being produced, new film cameras released and the sales of vintage cameras booming. Is this a hipster fad, or is there a scientific explanation to the burgeoning enthusiasm for the tactile medium?
"They still make film for that?" will explore some of the scientific importance of getting off Instagram and cracking open a photo album instead, all while taking the audience through a live demonstration of how easy it is to develop film at home.
Come relish in the photo gallery with all the physical media presented, and enjoy the time honored tradition of darkroom film developing away from AI and the digital image deluge.
Fun fact about our postcards!
If you happen to pick up a postcard for the show, take note that all postcards are handmade on gelatin silver photographic paper! Those who pick up a postcard are highly encouraged to keep them.
Important Note
Audience members may have the opportunity to have their photo taken before or during the show. No audience member will have their photo taken without consent. The use of a camera flash may be used intermittently.
This show is presented as an open gallery and audience members are welcome onto the stage to take a closer look at the photographs before the show starts (please do not touch an of times at the top of the show) and at the conclusion (time permitting of course. All audience members will be told to vacate the theater promptly at the 60 minute mark so the set can be struck)
Photos Developed at Performances!
To explore more of Kevin Ealaín's photographic work, check out his website
