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The Beach Theatre periodically hosts benefit shows to raise money for Tampa-based WMNF 88.5 Community Radio, which stands for Member-sponsored, Non-commercial FM. WMNF is listener-supported, meaning that they receive no funding from anyone but their listeners and being independent means that they can air a variety of music as well as their own style of news, views and other programming. For more information, please see WMNF.org.

Please join us for "Phil Ochs: There But For Fortune" playing on Friday, April 29th, at 6:45pm and 9pm. This is an exclusive event, so be sure to catch it here (two shows only)! Ticket sales go to WMNF Radio, so come on out to support them and have a great time! We have soda, popcorn, candy, wine, beer, and many other snacks and drinks at our concession stand! Tickets are $8 and parking is free, as always!

PHIL OCHS: THERE BUT FOR FORTUNE (2010) (Not Rated) (Documentary \| Biography \| History)
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SUMMARY: "The most passionate voice of his generation could be the most relevant voice of today" (Poster tagline) STORY: "From civil rights to the anti-war movement to the struggles of workers, folksinger Phil Ochs wrote topical songs that engaged his audiences in the issues of the 1960s and 70s. In this biographical documentary, veteran director Kenneth Bowser shows how Phil's music and his fascinating life story and eventual decline into depression and suicide were intertwined with the history-making events that defined a generation. Even as his contemporaries moved into folk-rock and pop music, Phil followed his own vision, challenging himself and his listeners. Not one to pull punches, Ochs never achieved the commercial success he desperately desired. But his music remains relevant, reaching new audiences in a generation that finds his themes all too familiar." - Written by "Anonymous" on IMDB.com. Retrieved on 04/17/2011. STARRING: Joan Baez, Arthur Gorson and Tom Hayden. REVIEW #1: Title: "Captures the Force of Historical Events on Individuals" [10/10 stars] " went originally to see this documentary because I loved Ochs music... but feared it might simply be a 'trip down memory lane.' But the film is so much more than a bio of Ochs and his music or - thank god - just an exercise in nostalgia. It really captured the power and significance of the historically altering events of the 60s - both for the country and for individuals. I wish everyone - especially young people - could see it..." - Written by "orrsisland" on IMDB.com. Retrieved 04/17/2011. REVIEW #2: Title: "Great film about a forgotten genius" [10/10 stars] "I have missed hearing Phil Ochs for a long, long time. This brought back some of those amazingly political times in which he was so instrumental. No one seemed to have the complete dedication and full on driven voice for us since. He always was there when needed and he always had an intelligent and beautiful voice to say so. He fought for the disenfranchised, the downtrodden, those victimized by the government, both in the U.S. and abroad. This movie captures his unfailing work for those wonderful ideas and people he embraced. The only thing that could have improved this movie was to make it longer and with more of Phil's performances..." - Written by "nealrob17" on IMDB.com. Retrieved 04/17/2011. REVIEW #3: Title: "A Triumph" [9/10 stars] "As a 21-year-old, almost no one of my generation knows who Phil Ochs is. With this riveting documentary, hopefully some will learn. ...it hits all cylinders and does not let up. The end of the film is particularly moving. Informal and intelligent, the documentary casts new light on Ochs, protest singers, and the 60s and 70s as a whole. Regardless of your musical interests, this film is sure to hold you. Further, many of Ochs's songs are exquisite and can be listened to and enjoyed by anyone, regardless of political beliefs." - Written by "dr-orfannkyl" on IMDB.com. Retrieved 04/17/2011. MORE INFORMATION: DETAILS: IMDB Listing \| RUNTIME: 96 mins. \| LANGUAGE: English (USA) \| COLOR: Color \| MOVIE WEBSITE(S): PhilOchsTheMovie.com and FirstRunFeatures.com/PhilOchs/ TICKETS: Admission to this film is $8 per person (no discounts apply) and the money raised will benefit WMNF Radio. Major credit cards accepted for both tickets and concession!