Cinema Pacific Film Festival will be in Eugene this weekend. Here are some of the highlights from the festival.
April 24
Villa: Check out this free live staged reading of the Chilean play about a former villa turned into torture barracks by the military. Director Guillermo Calderón will be present and Portland actors Rebecca Lingafelter, Cristina Miles and Dana Millican will be performing the reading. Bijou Art Cinemas (492 E 13th Ave.), free admission, 3:30 p.m.
El Topo: See the critically-acclaimed, aesthetically radical 1971 Mexican film praised by John Lennon. This cult hit claims on its poster to be “the film that shocked America with its sex and violence.” Bijou Arts Cinemas (492 E 13th Ave.), tickets $6 for students, 9:35 p.m.
April 25
On My Career As A Comics Artist: Graphic novelist Jung Henin —whose film Approved For Adoption is screening Friday night at 6:45 p.m. at the Bijou— is giving a talk on his career in comics. Proctor 41, Knight Library (1501 Kincaid St.), free admission, 2:30 p.m.
Big In Japan: Director John Jeffcoat and Seattle-based band Tennis Pro, who are featured in the film, will be present at this screening as part of the Cinema Pacific Film Festival. Bijou Art Cinemas (492 E 13th Ave.), tickets $6 for students, 9:15 p.m.
April 26
Hope and Prey: Check out this three-screen projection of animals hunting and being hunted with a live score by Portland underground music composer Daniel Menche. Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, tickets $6 for students, 8 p.m.
Adrenaline Film Project Screening and After Party: Enjoy short films created in 72 hours by students, followed by an after party. Prince Lucien Campbell Hall (1415 Kincaid St.), tickets $7 for students, 9:30 p.m. – 12 a.m.
April 27
The Raw and the Cooked — A Culinary Journey Through Taiwan: Check out this documentary about the food of Taiwan, which also delves into social issues surrounding food. Tasty Taiwanese treats will be provided by the Taiwanese Association of Eugene. Bijou Art Cinemas (492 E 13th Ave.), tickets $6 for students, 6:45 p.m.
In Eugene
April 27 Divisi and Friends Variety Show: Check out UO’s women’s a cappella group, along with other musical guests. Beall Concert Hall (961 E 18th Ave.), tickets $7 for students, 2- 4 p.m.
April 25 Last Friday ArtWalk: Enjoy a walk through the Whiteaker Arts District to see 20+ works of art on display. Whiteaker Arts Neighborhood (1172 W 2nd Ave.), free, 6-9 p.m.
April 25 Jake Shimabukuro: Enjoy a night with young ukelele jazz master Jake Shimabukuro. McDonald Theater (1010 Willamette St.), tickets $30-50. 8 p.m.
April 26 Bleepin’ Funny and Just People: Enjoy a night out, first with a free comedy show at 5 p.m. and then a performance by Portland soul-rock band Just People. Sam Bond’s Garage (407 Blair Blvd.), 21 and over, tickets $5. 9:30 p.m.
April 27 Fortunate Youth, Los Rakas, True Press, Sol Seed: Check out a night of feel-good hip-hop infused reggae. WOW Hall (291 W 8th Ave.), tickets $10 in advance, $12 at the door, 9 p.m.
In Portland
April 25-27 The Quality of Life: Check out this drama about four baby boomers who confront life’s struggles in this award-winning play. Artists Repertory Theater (1515 SW Morrison St.), tickets $25 for students, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m.
April 25-27 Cirque du Soleil: Totem: This circus never fails to impress, especially with their new show that explores evolution. Portland Expo Center (2060 N Marine Drive.), tickets $35-95, Friday and Saturday 4 and 8 p.m., Sunday 1 and 4:30 p.m.
April 26 Comedy Sportz: Enjoy a night of improvisational comedy. Comedy Sportz (1963 NW Kearney St.), tickets $15, 8 p.m.
April 26 Franz Ferdinand: Rock out to hits like “Take Me Out” from the famous Scottish indie-rock band. Roseland Theater (8 NW 6th Ave.), tickets $30, 9 p.m.
April 26 Howler: Check out this Minneapolis-based indie-rock band at Portland’s best sandwich shop, which doubles as a bar; Bunk Bar (1028 SE Water Ave.), 21 and over, tickets $10 in advance, $12 at the door, 10 p.m.