20 July 2012 :: For Immediate Release

Contact: Alice Schneider, 513.470.5042 Contact: Timothy Swallow, 859.957.FILM

An emotional and timely film, not shown in local theatres,

IRON JAWED ANGELSis the story of how two feisty, smart,
independent young women changed the course of Americanhistory

Hilary Swank, Anjelica Huston, Julia Ormond & Frances O’Conner
bring engaging, heartfelt performances to the true story
ofthe lengthy struggle for American women’s right to vote

Cincinnati World Cinema and the League of Women Voters presentIRON JAWED ANGELSonSaturday, September 8, at 4:00 and 7:30,at the Carnegie Arts Center in Covington,followed by post-film discussions. Preceding each screening is a social hour with cash bar and foodalong with the opportunity to meet and talk with event sponsors. Voting is a hard-won, important civic responsibility;to encourage community participation this event is presented withoutcharge but reservations are required.

Using contemporary music and modern cinematography,IRON JAWED ANGELStells, in a way that is accessible and appealing to young and old alike, the little-known story of how the Women’s Suffrage Movement overcame violence, imprisonment, divisive politics and an indifferent president to amend the U.S. Constitution, guaranteeing women the right to vote.

What: / IRON JAWED ANGELS, director Katja von Garnier, USA, 125 minutes, Rated PG. Pre-screening:sponsor exhibits, social hour, cash bar and a-la-carte “lite-bites” from the Europa Bistro and Café.Post-screening:discussion withRoxanne Qualls, Jane Anderson and KathyHelmbock.
Where: / The Carnegie Arts Center,
1028 Scott Blvd. Covington, KY 41011
When: / Saturday, September 8, at 4:00 and 7:30 pm. Social hour/bar/food and sponsor exhibits one hour before each screening; seating one half-hour before each screening; post-film discussion immediately following.
Tickets: / These screenings are free, but we require patrons to
pre-register to secure seats and to help us know when the theatre reaches capacity. Advance tickets are availableonline ator by calling859 957 3456. A free-will donation of $5 for students and $10 per ticket for adults would be very helpful and greatly appreciated.

ESSENTIAL INFO
Event Sponsors include the Carnegie Arts Center, the YWCA of Greater Cincinnati, theWoman’s City Club, the American Association of University Women and the Cincinnati Women’s Political Caucus.
To learn more about the film, speakers, cast, tickets, directions and historical background, etc., please call 859.957.3456, email or visit .
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Editor’s Notes

Preview screeners are available for accredited media.

Still photos and banners are available for web and print applications

At the Cincinnati World Cinema YouTube page, :

Iron Jawed Angels trailers.
Hillary Swank, Jennifer O’Conner and Julia Ormand talk about the film and women’s suffrage.

“Bad Romance ~ Women’s Suffrage” created by Soomo Publishing based on music by Lady Gaga.

Behind the scenes “Bad Romance,” also by Soomo Publishing.

About Cincinnati World Cinema

An all-volunteer organization now in its eleventh year, Cincinnati World Cinema showcases outstanding motion pictures not normally shown in the metro area, with a focus on those that explore the human condition and celebrate cultural diversity. International, independent, documentary and short films are typically followed by discussions with filmmakers or local authorities to enhance the audience experience. CincyWorldCinema.org, 859 957FILM (957 3456).

About the League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area

The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization, encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. lwvcincinnati.org, 5132818683.

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