INDEPENDENT EXPOSURE

Microcinema's Touring International Screening Program

Since its inception in 1996, Independent Exposure has gained an enviable reputation as an important showcase for contemporary, progressive, artistic, and culturally relevant short films and videos. Each Independent Exposure program is thoughtfully curated to present diverse and eclectic works in a relevant and intentional context. The curatorial aesthetic is further supported by the presentation of the Independent Exposure series in non-traditional venues or "microcinemas" such as galleries, cafes, bars, nightclubs, outdoors, and other alternative spaces that support the independent arts. To date, Independent Exposure has been presented hundreds of times in 44 countries plus Palestine and Antarctica and at base camp on Mt. Everest.

Independent Exposure "premieres" in San Francisco and then travels around the world - intriguing audiences at microcinemas, festivals, and special events. Contact us if your organization would be interested in hosting Independent Exposure.

The History of Independent Exposure
From Blackchair Productions to Microcinema International

Blackchair Productions was founded in in 1992. The company expanded to a partnership when Patrick Kwiatkowski joined in 1996. Microcinema, Inc was formed in 2000 to expand on the activities of Blackchair.

Due to the overwhelming lack of independent-oriented screening venues, Blackchair Productions began the Independent Exposure Microcinema screening program in 1996. This program was held every month at the Speakeasy Cafe's Backroom in Seattle until a tragic fire destroyed the venue in May of 2001. Home has been San Francisco ever since.

2011-2012 is the FIFTEENTH season.