Jackie—a former child star on a popular sci-fi television show—arrives at a Midwest university all the way from California, ready to explore new options and exercise a sense of independence that has been lacking in her life. Her greatest wish is to blend in with her college peers, which proves to be difficult as she fields an endless parade of stares and questions about her now defunct show. During a psychology department mixer, Jackie meets Catherine, a mysterious and sexy teacher with an infamous “lady-killer” reputation. Despite warnings she receives from other students, Jackie falls for Catherine’s charm and the two outsiders begin an instantly intense relationship. Their bond continues to grow until Jackie is suddenly faced with the chance to audition for a feature film version of “Neptune 26.” Her possible return to the spotlight quickly turns into a life-lesson of its own for both student and teacher. Catherine finds that her illicit behavior, once mostly unnoticed, is now attracting unwanted attention and therefore putting her job in jeopardy. As for Jackie, she finds that discovering her life’s passion and charting her own course might also mean having to say goodbye to her first true love. Bloomington Fernanda Cardoso (USA, 2010, 83 min.) Reeling: The Chicago Lesbian & Gay International Film Festival, the second oldest film festival of its kind in the US, is presenting 54 programs over 10 days from November 4-13, 2010. Advance sales are available until the day before the show. After that, tickets must be purchased at the theater box office on the day of the screening. Regular Screenings: $10 ($8 members), Matinee Screenings (before 5:00 pm): $8 ($6 members).
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