The Close-Up Series continues with a special screening of last season’s documentary official selections; powerful, intimate stories created by emerging filmmakers from across our community. After the films, audiences are invited to stay for a lively panel discussion with the student directors themselves. Hear firsthand how these young storytellers found their subjects, shaped their narratives, and navigated the challenges unique to documentary filmmaking. It’s an opportunity to witness the next generation of nonfiction voices up close and in conversation.

From Academy Award® winning writer/director Chloé Zhao, HAMNET tells the powerful love story that inspired the creation of Shakespeare’s timeless masterpiece, Hamlet.

1916. As war rages on the Western Front, the Choral Society in Ramsden, Yorkshire has lost most of its men to the army. The Choral’s ambitious committee, determined to press ahead, decides to recruit local young males to swell their ranks. They must also engage a new chorus master, and despite their suspicions that he has something to hide, their best bet seems to be Dr. Henry Guthrie (Ralph Fiennes) – driven, uncompromising, and recently returned from a career in Germany. As conscription papers start to arrive, the whole community discovers that the best response to the chaos that is laying waste to their lives is to make music together.

The Friday Nite Specials Cast presents the Full Rocky Horror Experience every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Friday of the month! Enjoy the 1975 cult classic THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW with live cast and audience participation! Props bags sold at the theater! No outside props please! For more info visit rockyhorrornj.com!