Sidney Lumet’s feature film debut is a superb courtroom thriller that stands the test of time. Following the closing arguments in a murder trial, 12 members of the jury must deliberate, with a guilty verdict meaning death for the accused. Henry Fonda plays the lone dissenting voice who casts doubt on the case. 12 ANGRY MEN is a pitch-perfect examination of societal prejudices and conformity at a time when that was rare in Hollywood. Also starring Lee J. Cobb, Martin Balsam, and E.G. Marshall.
Rfor monster violence, and for language
The follow-up to Ridley Scott’s breakout sci-fi thriller trades the claustrophobic horror for an expansive action spectacle with director James Cameron (The Terminator) behind the camera this time around. Sigourney Weaver returns to the role of Ripley, who’s rescued from hypersleep and recruited to go on a mission with a team of space Marines to investigate the Xenomorph’s homeworld. Highly quotable and with set pieces turned up to eleven, ALIENS is the rare sequel that packs a visceral and exhilarating cinematic punch. Presented on a print courtesy of Exhumed Films.
PG
Based on the real-life events surrounding the 1972 burglary of the Watergate building, Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman are at their all-time best as Washington Post reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein. Despite warnings about their safety, Woodward and Bernstein, with the help of a mysterious source, pursue the leads that connect the crime all the way to the White House. Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, ALL THE PRESIDENT’S MEN is a masterful political thriller that extols the benefits of a free press.
Considered one of Jean Luc-Godard’s most accessible films and featuring one of cinema’s most effortlessly cool dance sequences. Anna Karina plays a language student who teams with a pair of rebellious youths to commit a robbery that goes awry. BAND OF OUTSIDERS is a subversive and self aware gangster film that critiques and deconstructs the very genre it’s paying homage to — making it a true staple of the French New Wave. In French w/ subtitles.
PG
Holy Smokes Batman! The iconic crime fighting duo jumps out of the funny pages and into this campy adaptation of the hit ‘60s television series. Adam West stars as the Caped Crusader who gallantly fights alongside Robin to prevent their rogues gallery (The Joker, The Penguin, The Riddler and Catwoman) from taking over the world. Filled with silly phrases, laugh-out-loud sequences and bat-shark repellent — this is a fast paced comedy that is sure to strike a chord among new fans and superfans alike. $5 General, all ages; FREE for Members & their children/grandchildren.
R
This brilliantly crafted political thriller from Brian De Palma packs a pitch-perfect visual style and an intricate plot. John Travolta gives a career-best performance as a movie sound-effects man who accidentally records evidence that may prove that a car accident was actually an assassination. Shot in 1980s Philadelphia, BLOW OUT is a standout of De Palma’s oeuvre and features a memorable chase through City Hall.
PGRated PG for mild violence.
The Bogart film of all Bogart films, with nightclub owner Rick fighting his cynicism to choose between love and duty. Set in Morocco during WWII, this classic contains one memorable scene after another, only to be topped by one of the greatest endings ever. Co-star Ingrid Bergman simply glows on the screen.
One can’t appreciate 20th century art without understanding the significance and genius of Paul Cézanne. Featuring interviews with curators and experts from the National Portrait Gallery London, MoMA New York, National Gallery of Art Washington, and Musée d’Orsay Paris, and correspondence from the artist himself, the film takes audiences beyond the exhibition to the places Cézanne lived and worked and sheds light on an artist who is perhaps the least-known of all the impressionists – until now.
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Equal parts zany and heartwarming, this beloved madcap musical from the ‘60s may be Dick Van Dyke’s best work! After he creates a flying car, an eccentric inventor inadvertently whisks his family to the evil kingdom of Vulgaria, where children and happiness are outlawed. When the kingdom's leader – Baron Bomburst – takes an interest in the flying car, the family works together to secure the quirky vehicle and help the children of Vulgaria. With more than 10 musical numbers and a whimsical screenplay co-written by Roald Dahl, this is a classic that will be truly scrumptious on the big screen.
This silly comedy of manners from Ernst Lubitsch is set in pre-WWII England and stars Jennifer Jones as the title character. Cluny is a young woman who has a knack for plumbing, even though she is sent to be a parlor maid at a stuffy country manor. She proceeds to turn the household upside down, all while falling for a Czech refugee fleeing Nazi persecution. Lubitsch’s famous touch is on full display in this topsy-turvy send up of the British class hierarchy.
COLD WAR IN PHILLY revisits the 1976 clash between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Soviet Red Army, where grit met precision - capturing a defining, Cold War era moment in hockey history. Through candid interviews with players, coaches, media, and fans, the film captures the intensity of that moment while painting a vivid portrait of the Flyers’ hard-nosed identity and the passion of their fan base.
PG
Based on the widely popular Jeff Kinney series, this beloved live-action adaptation brings 12 year-old Greg Heffley and his family to life. Following Greg through hilarious highs and relatable lows of middle school. Featuring excellent performances from its adolescent actors and a great supporting cast of adults led by Steve Zahn and Rachael Harris. $5 for Kids and Adults; FREE for Members.
PG
Warren Beatty produced, directed and starred in this colorful adaptation of the 1930s comic strip DICK TRACY, which boasts a pre-CGI and visually faithful style. Beatty inhabits the role of the hard-boiled detective as he attempts to take down his city’s most notorious crime boss – Big Daddy Caprice, with the help of Breathless, a sultry lounge singer and the latest witness to the crime kingpin’s, nefarious deeds. Featuring songs written by Stephen Sondheim and a stacked cast including Al Pacino, Dustin Hoffman, Catherine O’Hara, James Caan, and Madonna. Presented on a 35mm print courtesy of Exhumed Films.
R
Spike Lee’s groundbreaking and relevant masterpiece is a rebellious work of American cinema that utilizes its raw style to confront race and systemic injustices. During a scorching summer day in the Bed-Stuy neighborhood of Brooklyn, tensions rise between the neighborhood and a local pizza parlor. Screen legends Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee deliver incredible performances alongside Lee, who tackles the lead role of Mookie in the film.
Celebrating the sale of his manufacturing plant, Sam Dodsworth treats his wife to a European vacation. The further they travel, the further they drift apart emotionally. Skilled director William Wyler brings acute depth and sincerity to this candid portrait of a marriage in trouble that earned seven Academy Award nominations upon its release 90 years ago. It stars Walter Huston, Ruth Chatterton, Mary Astor and David Niven.
R
One of the all-time great New York-set movies is a true standout of the 1970s New Hollywood movement. Al Pacino puts forth a gripping performance as an inexperienced bank robber with good intentions, who quickly finds himself in a standoff with law enforcement after a botched robbery turns into a hostage situation. DOG DAY AFTERNOON brims with a raw energy that’s further highlighted by a documentary-style approach, a flawed anti-hero in Pacino, and a prescient critique of authority. Also starring John Cazale, Chris Sarandon, Charles Durning and Carol Kane.
PGfor language, sexual references, alcohol use, smoking, partial nudity, and some violence - all involving teens
In his breakout role, Kevin Bacon plays a city slicker who moves to a small town where it’s illegal to dance. In typical teen rebellion, Bacon intends to shake, rattle and rock the status quo by fighting the community's fire-and-brimstone preacher as he kicks off those Sunday shoes and cuts loose! FOOTLOOSE is a heaping hunk of ‘80s teen fun that features an iconic turn from Bacon.
G
Based on Shakespeare’s The Tempest, FORBIDDEN PLANET is a classic of 1950s science fiction. A spaceship crew investigating a colony on a remote planet finds that only two survivors remain, and a deadly secret threatens everyone. It features an ingenious script and groundbreaking special effects that are still impressive 70 years later. Starring Walter Pidgeon, Anne Francis and Leslie Nielsen.
PGfor mild thematic elements and some language
Celebrate mom this Mother’s Day at our screening of the ultimate mother/daughter bonding film — FREAKY FRIDAY! One of the most successful reboots of all time, this body swapping comedy has become a cult classic among millennials. On the week of her wedding, a mother and her rock-loving teen daughter wake up to find that they switched bodies! Jamie Lee Curtis gives one of the best comedic performances of her career. Co-starring Lindsay Lohan at the peak of her stardom and a swoon worthy Chad Michael Murray.
This award-winning film is back by popular demand with an exciting new addition from the curators of the blockbuster transatlantic exhibition from Tate Modern and MFA Houston ‘Frida Kahlo: the Making of an Icon’. Take a journey through the life of Frida Kahlo and uncover the true story of her rebellious, passionate and turbulent life. Using letters Kahlo wrote to guide the story, this definitive film reveals her deepest emotions and unlocks the secrets and symbolism contained within her art. This personal and intimate film offers privileged access to her works, her home, her studio and highlights the source of her feverish creativity, her resilience and her unmatched lust for life, beauty and revolution. Created in close collaboration with world experts and those who knew her.
Georgia O’Keeffe, often called the “Mother of American Modernism,” rose to fame in the 1920s for her paintings of flowers, bones, and natural forms. She posed nude for shocking photographs by her lover, Alfred Stieglitz, but denied that her paintings depicted sexual imagery. In the 1970s, living in her beloved New Mexico, she emerged as an iconic role model for American women. This documentary features Claire Danes as O’Keeffe’s voice, Hugh Dancy as narrator, and is directed by Academy Award winner Paul Wagner.
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In what would be Robin Williams’ breakthrough performance, GOOD MORNING, VIETNAM casts the comedian as an irreverent radio DJ sent to Saigon during the Vietnam War to help cheer up the troops. While there, he shocks his superior officer, who attempts to censor him, while befriending a local woman who shows him the horrors of war. Williams would win a Golden Globe and earn an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor in a captivating performance that blends his unique brand of manic comedy with poignant drama.
Jimmy Stewart plays Elwood P. Dowd, a pleasant fellow whose best friend is Harvey, an invisible 6-foot-tall rabbit. There are those in Elwood’s life who accept his eccentricity and then there are others who seek to have him committed. HARVEY is a poignant comedy adapted from the acclaimed play by Mary Chase, which ran on Broadway for over four years before it was made into a film.
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In this satirical take on the films of Alfred Hitchcock, Mel Brooks writes, directs and tackles his first speaking lead role. Brooks plays the new director of the Psychoneurotic Institute for the Very, Very Nervous. After a series of mysterious events causes him to be accused of murder, he attempts to clear his name as he battles bouts of “high anxiety.” This spot-on parody is an underseen gem in the master comedian’s oeuvre. Presented in a new restoration.
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This spot-on parody of historical epics and period pieces features Mel Brooks taking on five different roles alongside a stacked ensemble cast that includes Dom DeLuise, Madeline Kahn, Cloris Leachman, Gregory Hines and Orson Welles as the film’s narrator. Human history is traced through four comedic vignettes set during the Stone Age, the Roman Empire, the Spanish Inquisition and the French Revolution. A can’t miss entry in Brooks’ filmography.
PGRated PG
Join us for our annual celebration of this landmark summer film. When a great white shark terrorizes the townspeople of Amity Island, the police chief, a grizzled shark hunter, and an oceanographer must set out to kill it. Director Steven Spielberg invented the summer blockbuster with this thriller adapted from Peter Benchley’s novel.
Leonardo da Vinci is acclaimed as the world’s favorite artist. Key works include The Mona Lisa, The Last Supper, Lady with an Ermine, Ginevra de’ Benci, Madonna Litta, Virgin of the Rocks, and more than a dozen others. This film also looks afresh at Leonardo’s life – his inventiveness, his sculptural skills, his military foresight and his ability to navigate the treacherous politics of the day – through the prism of his art. This is the definitive film about Leonardo: the first to truly tell the whole story.
PGfor mild sci-fi action
If you know the meaning of ‘ohana, then you know that no one should get left behind when you come to see this charming animated classic on our big screen! When an alien runaway experiment flees his home planet and hides out on earth, he is unexpectedly adopted by Lilo, an eccentric little girl whose love of misfits can only be rivaled by her love of Elvis. Set in Hawaii, this quirky and imaginative tale is sure to pull at your heartstrings. $5 for Kids and Adults; FREE for Members.
The fourth film in this wholesome pre-war series finds young Andy Hardy torn between three potential dates for the upcoming Christmas Ball. MGM used it to showcase some of their finest teenaged talent; including Mickey Rooney as the charming young playboy, Ann Rutherford, Lana Turner and a baby-faced Judy Garland.
Join us for a night of local short films presented by student filmmakers from Montgomery Community College who will be on hand to present a unique and exciting lineup of work. The films in this program will feature shorts made in conjunction with the college’s Capstone classes, along with their Summer Filmmaking course. The screening will be followed by an in-person Q&A with these up and coming auteurs! Free for Members.
PG-13for sexual content, language and some teen partying
Tina Fey’s hilarious portrayal of teen cliques and social hierarchy is so fetch! Lindsay Lohan plays Cady, who starts at a new high school only to be confronted by the group of A-list popular girls known as “The Plastics.” when Cady makes the mistake of falling for their leader’s ex-boyfriend. This excellent piece of social satire boasts an impressive ensemble that also includes Rachel McAdams, Amanda Seyfried, Tina Fey, Tim Meadows, Ana Gasteyer, Amy Poehler, and Lacey Chabert.
The films from 1939 are often regarded as some of the best in Hollywood’s history, and this rarely screened take on “Cinderella” is no exception! Claudette Colbert stars as a young showgirl roaming Paris in search of a job. Her luck changes when she encounters John Barrymore, a millionaire who assumes the role of her unconventional fairy godfather. Together they scheme to insert her into Parisian society under the guise of a Hungarian Baroness. With a rip-roaring script penned by Billy Wilder and Charles Brackett, gorgeous couture costumes by Irene, and smart direction from Mitchell Leisen, this is a screwball you can’t miss seeing on a big screen. Print preserved by the Library of Congress.
PG-13for some intense action violence
Your mission, should you choose to accept it — is to join us for MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE on 35mm! The film that established one of the longest running and most consistently spectacular action franchises in history! Tom Cruise repels into his first outing as agent Ethan Hunt, who’s framed for the deaths of his espionage team and must try to clear his name at all costs. Based on the ‘60s television series, master auteur Brian De Palma composes an edge of your seat spy thriller with one of the film’s most memorable sequences involving a break-in at an impenetrable C.I.A. vault. Presented on a rare 35mm print courtesy of the Odyssey Film Institute. After the film, join us for TRIVIA at our AFTER PARTY hosted by Forest & Main Brewing Company.
While fishing on vacation, a man accidentally hooks a mermaid! He attempts to conceal his new discovery from his wife by hiding the mermaid in the resort’s pool. William Powell’s comic prowess is on full display in this charming summer adventure. Also starring the beautiful Ann Blyth.
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Now is the time to seize the day! You won't want to miss seeing this incendiary musical on our big screen. A teenaged Christian Bale stars as a penniless newsboy in turn-of-the-century Manhattan. When the new publisher demands a higher purchase fee from the newsboys, a city-wide strike occurs. Based on the real-life newsboy strike of 1899, this uplifting tale of rebellion is a perfect fit for our yearlong series. Directed by Kenny Ortega (High School Musical) with unforgettable numbers from Alan Menken (The Little Mermaid).
Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad) and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths) feature in a five-star, triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play, from visionary director Ivo Van Hove (A View from the Bridge). One family, the heart of the American dream. When wartime delivers profits for Joe, it comes at a price when his partner is charged with criminal manufacturing deals, and his eldest son goes missing in action. Will peacetime bring peace of mind, or will he be confronted by the consequence of his actions? Filmed live from the West End, Paapa Essiedu (I May Destroy You), Tom Glynn-Carney (House of the Dragon), and Hayley Squires (I, Daniel Blake) also feature in this disturbingly prescient play.
BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) joins Aidan Turner (Rivals) in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of the classic novel, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean ruin. Marquise de Merteuil is a master in the art of survival. Alongside the magnetic Vicomte de Valmont, they turn seduction into strategy and weaponise desire. But when their alliance collapses into rivalry, the battle between them threatens to destroy everyone in their path. Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Marianne Elliott (Angels in America) directs this thrilling game of love, lies, and social warfare.
Returning to cinemas for the first time in over a decade, Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in the Olivier and Tony Award-winning hit production, directed by Stephen Daldry. For 60 years, Queen Elizabeth II met with each of her 12 prime ministers in a private weekly meeting. This meeting is known as The Audience. From Winston Churchill to Margaret Thatcher and David Cameron, the Queen advised her prime ministers on matters both public and personal. Through these private audiences, we see glimpses of the woman behind the crown and witness the moments that shaped a monarch. Peter Morgan’s Netflix phenomenon The Crown was based on this hit play which was captured live from London’s West End in 2013 and went on to become one of the most-watched NT Live productions.
Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery. Pegeen Flaherty’s life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he’s killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero and begins to win hearts, that is until a second man unexpectedly arrives on the scene. Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Caitríona McLaughlin directs this darkly funny tale full to the brim with secrets.
Silver screen legends Cary Grant, Jean Arthur and Rita Hayworth (in her first major film role), star in this Howard Hawks-directed adventure. Grant plays the manager of a South American airstrip whose pilots risk their lives to win an important contract. Featuring masterful high-wire aerial photography, ONLY ANGELS HAVE WINGS is quintessential Hawks packed with thrilling flight sequences, crackling dialogue and bold spirit.
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We celebrate the King of Rock n’ Roll’s birthday with this special 35mm screening. In his 21st on screen role, Elvis steps into the beach trunks of helicopter pilot Rick Richards. When he returns to his hometown in Hawaii, the pilot attempts to get his new charter service off the ground with the help of three beautiful women. Come for the ten musical numbers effortlessly delivered to perfection by the King, and stay for the stunning Hawaiian scenery immortalized forever in this still-vibrant IB Technicolor film print. Presented in 35mm.
PG-13for some thematic material and suggestive references.
Science teacher Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) wakes up on a spaceship light years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his mission: solve the riddle of the mysterious substance causing the sun to die out. He must call on his scientific knowledge and unorthodox ideas to save everything on Earth from extinction… but an unexpected friendship means he may not have to do it alone.
The great Greta Garbo steps into the pants of Sweden’s iconic Queen Christina in this queer-coded biopic from the pre-Code era. Racy for its time, the film follows Christina from her coronation through the end of her reign. There is no denying the camera loves Garbo, as does her on-screen partner (and real life ex- fiancé) John Gilbert and her off-camera, rumored paramour Salka Viertel, who penned a portion of the script.
Erich von Stroheim’s “lost” silent-era masterpiece has finally been restored for the big screen! The legendary Gloria Swanson stars as a convent girl who is swept off her feet by a seductive prince. When his fiancée learns of the flirtation, chaos and tragedy ensues. Through the use of historic photographs, papers, original nitrate negatives and more, Milestone Films and Kino Lorber have created this newly constructed version of the film that honors Stroheim’s original vision. The film is paired with a brand new romantic score from award-winning composer Eli Denson. Silent.
Join us for RECOVERY DIARIES ON THE BIG SCREEN and witness eight moving stories of humans living with such mental health challenges as anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts and schizophrenia. After the film there will be a Q&A in theater with Recovery Diaries' Executive Director Gabriel Nathan, Director Glenn Holsten, and subjects from the film. You will meet artists, activists and other inspiring humans such as yarn Bomber Nicole Nikolich, who creates vibrant works of art for the street that are filled with humor and hope and help her battle anxiety and depression; writer Gabe Nathan, who explores the destructive and/or constructive thoughts that we all have about ourselves and how they frame our personal narrative; disability rights activist Charles Horton, who speaks about his journey of acceptance and his experience as a member of a support group for gunshot violence survivors; the extraordinary Smith family, which includes artist Kambel Smith, a self-taught artist with autism whose large and intricate cardboard sculptures of architecturally significant American buildings are brought him fame and attention in the art world; writer Sarah An Myers, who uses the language of film to explore her lived experience with schizoaffective disorder; pianist Jonathan Biss, who examines the interplay between his lifelong passion for music and his own personal struggles with anxiety; Nick Emeigh, aka NAMI Man, a colorful and awe-inspiring superhero who roams the world fighting stigma and promoting mental health awareness; and musician Ashley Murray, a youth peer navigator for NAMI Philadelphia who lives with anxiety and depression and runs a therapeutic songwriting workshop for young people. These recovery journeys move beyond simple stories of people with a diagnosis – they are moving portraits of courage, warmth and joy, and testify about the potential for humans to connect and achieve, despite seemingly unsurmountable challenges.
Howard Hawks helped establish the gangster genre with this seminal pre-code film. Inspired by real life criminal Al Capone — Paul Muni blazes across the screen as a ruthless gangster who rises through the ranks of a bootlegging empire by whatever means necessary. SCARFACE pushed on-screen violence to new heights upon release, but still shines with Hawks’ dynamic direction and Muni’s scary yet charming performance.
PGfor some scary action, rude humor and language
Jinkies! Scooby Doo & the gang return in this colorful live-action sequel based on the beloved ‘70s Hanna-Barbera cartoon. When an evil masked figure ruins the opening of the Coolsville Criminology Museum, your favorite teenaged detectives get to work unmasking some of the series’ most iconic villains. Featuring Matthew Lillard, Freddie Prinze Jr, Sarah Michelle Gellar & Linda Cardellini as the Mystery Inc crew. $5 for Kids and Adults; FREE for Members.
PGfor sci-fi action/violence.
“Every saga has a beginning.” George Lucas’ long-anticipated first prequel to his beloved STAR WARS trilogy, offering a look at the origins of the greatest movie villain of all time: Darth Vader. A box office juggernaut upon initial release, it was nonetheless met with disappointment by fans. However, a quarter-century later, THE PHANTOM MENACE enjoys renewed affection from generations of STAR WARS fans thanks to its exploration of new worlds, thrilling lightsaber duels, and John Williams’ iconic score.
PGfor some violence and tension
A masterpiece of suspense with a large helping of guilt and anxiety, STRANGERS ON A TRAIN is Hitchcock at the top of his game. Robert Walker gives a mesmerizing performance as a peculiar man who meets tennis star Farley Granger on a train. Their casual banter turns to a discussion of strangers committing “exchange murders.” One is amused, but the other is serious. Featuring a screenplay co-written by Raymond Chandler the film is based on the novel by Patricia Highsmith.
Tired of churning out fluffy comedies, a Hollywood director decides to write a serious, socially responsible film entitled “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” When his producers point out that he knows nothing of hardship, he hits the road as a hobo with an out-of-work actress. This delightful Sturges comedy is a blend of laughs, drama and Hollywood satire. Print preserved by the Library on Congress.
PG
This summer you will believe a man can fly! Boasting a screenplay from Mario Puzo (The Godfather) and keen direction from Richard Donner, SUPERMAN soars off the comic book pages onto the big screen. In his breakout role, Christopher Reeve perfectly encapsulates the alien refugee from the doomed planet of Krypton as he dons his cape to protect the citizens of Metropolis. Starring Marlon Brando as the hero’s father, Gene Hackman as the scenery-chewing Lex Luthor and Margot Kidder as Lois Lane, this 1978 film features impressive special effects, which pair splendidly with John Williams' iconic score.
A domestic thriller from the master of suspense, SUSPICION unites two of Hitchcock’s iconic actors: Cary Grant and Joan Fontaine. A shy heiress marries a charismatic man but soon suspects that he is plotting to murder her. A gripping work as can only be told by Alfred Hitchcock. Printed preserved by the Library of Congress.
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Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, Martin Scorsese’s haunting vision of one man on the edge of sanity in 1970s New York became a landmark of New Hollywood cinema. Robert De Niro stars as the unforgettable Travis Bickle, a self-made vigilante who develops an obsession with ridding New York City of its evils. This pinnacle of American filmmaking also stars a very young Jodie Foster, Harvey Keitel, and Cybill Shepherd.
Alfred Hitchcock’s twisted and scary tale about menacing birds that terrorize a small town. The film’s pioneering use of special effects, as well as the pure dread that Hitchcock created from simply showing birds landing on a playground, prove why he was rightly known as the “Master of Suspense.”
Rfor language.
The estranged children of a once-famous artist hire a forger to complete his unfinished works so they can be "discovered" and sold after his death.
PG-13for strong language and some suggestive references.
Twenty years after making their iconic turns as Miranda, Andy, Emily and Nigel—Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci return to the fashionable streets of New York City and the sleek offices of Runway Magazine in 20th Century Studios’ “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” the eagerly awaited sequel to the 2006 phenomenon that defined a generation. The film is directed by David Frankel, written by Aline Brosh McKenna, produced by Wendy Finerman, and executive produced by Michael Bederman, Karen Rosenfelt and Aline Brosh McKenna.
This epic WWII adventure-thriller centers on an audacious plan by Allied prisoners of war to stage a massive breakout from an “escape proof” German prison camp. With a fantastic ensemble cast led by Steve McQueen, James Garner, Richard Attenborough and Charles Bronson, THE GREAT ESCAPE is an iconic Hollywood representation of camaraderie, resilience and defiance in the face of oppression.
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A failure upon release — but reappraised over time — THE KING OF COMEDY finds Robert DeNiro as a struggling comedian with delusional aspirations. His obsession with a successful late-night talk show host (played by Jerry Lewis) leads him to kidnap his idol and leverage him for a shot at fame. This satirical dark comedy from Martin Scorsese is a potent critique of our celebrity-obsessed society.
In this hectic film noir by Orson Welles, a young man takes a job aboard a yacht to get close to the ritzy woman he’s just met. It’s a recipe for disaster. Lust, envy, and murder are presented in a brilliant array of creative images in this dark mystery, which confounds, unsettles and disorients, just as Welles intended. Starring Rita Hayworth and Everett Sloane alongside Welles.
G
Bring your littlest movie fans along with you to screen this beloved ‘90s Disney film on our big screen! This beautiful hand-drawn animated film follows Simba, a young lion prince, forced into exile by his deceitful Uncle Scar. A cornerstone film from the Disney Renaissance, this charming feature boasts 5 unforgettable songs, including "Hakuna Matata" and "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" penned by Sir Elton John. $5 for Kids and Adults; FREE for Members.
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After her father drifts away from their pirate ship, Pippi finds herself stranded in the small coastal town of Rocksby. She moves into her long-abandoned family home with only her horse and pet monkey to keep her company. When the neighborhood children discover her, they embark on all sorts of small adventures together. Rarely shown on the big screen, this silly musical adventure showcasing a strong female lead was a sleepover staple in the '90s. $5 for Kids and Adults; FREE for Members.
This swashbuckling musical from Vincente Minnelli, stars Judy Garland as a young dreamer obsessed with the pirate legend of Macoco and Gene Kelly as the debonair circus leader who fights for her heart. Their second feature together, Garland and Kelly have an easy earned chemistry that is a delight to watch over the vibrant technicolor backgrounds. Cole Porter wrote six songs especially for the movie, including Be a Clown.
PG
Mel Brooks’ hilarious 1967 film is a classic. Zero Mostel and Gene Wilder star as Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom, a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his accountant, who figure out how to make a profit by creating a surefire flop. Their idea: a musical called Springtime for Hitler. With laugh-out-loud comedic performances, Brooks’ enduring film is widely considered one of the greatest comedies of all time.
R
Two hapless employees at a medical supply company accidentally release a toxic gas that raises an army of the undead. This punk rock take on the zombie genre injects a healthy dose of ‘80s humor with incredible special effects and a fist-pumping soundtrack. Over 40 years after reinventing the zombie film, RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD will have you asking for more BRAINS!!! Presented on a print courtesy of Exhumed Films.
PGfor thematic material, some violent content and brief language
In this witty, new breed of mystery, George (Hugh Jackman) is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can’t possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realize they must become the detectives. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep can be brilliant crime-solvers.
PGfor thematic elements and mild language
THE TRUMAN SHOW stars Jim Carrey at the height of his ‘90s fame as he tones down his bombastic comedic style for a more nuanced and tender performance. Carrey plays Truman, an average suburban working man, whose life is upended when he begins to suspect that it is in fact one massively orchestrated TV show. This thought-provoking film is noteworthy for its satirical vision of the public’s 24/7 thirst for celebrity culture and “reality” television.
Nicholas Ray’s directorial debut set the blueprint for all romantic crime films that would follow. Farley Granger stars as a fugitive on the run, who falls for the niece of one of his bank robbing cohorts. Torn, he must contend with his outlaw lifestyle over starting anew. THEY LIVE BY NIGHT is a lyrical noir featuring powerful naturalistic performances and innovative camera techniques.
Preston Sturges’ mixture of razor-sharp dialogue and slapstick comedy is on full display in this uproarious screwball starring Rex Harrison and Linda Darnell. Harrison plays a symphony conductor who believes his wife has been unfaithful to him. After these suspicions are seemingly confirmed, he attempts to act upon his murderous fantasies towards her with hilarious consequences.
With the start of WWI looming, a ballerina and a British officer fall in love during an air raid. Screen icons Robert Taylor and Vivien Leigh play the star-crossed lovers, who must choose between romance and their reputations. Be sure to pack tissues, because this iconic melodrama is just as tear-inducing today as it was 86 years ago.
This George Stevens romantic comedy was intended to build on Katharine Hepburn’s comeback success in The Philadelphia Story. In it, she stars as Tess alongside Spencer Tracy as Sam. The duo are feuding journalists whose relationship is tested after Sam begins to question Tess’ unflinching commitment to work. This film would mark Tracy and Hepburn’s first on-screen pairing, which would last 8 more films, proving they had chemistry right from the beginning.
R
A defining portrait of the music and counterculture that shaped ‘60s America, WOODSTOCK is an epic music concert documentary that chronicles the most renowned music festival of the 20th century. The film contains interviews and groundbreaking performances from Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, The Who, Joan Baez, Richie Havens, Joe Cocker and many more. A true time capsule that captures its moment with poignancy and unflinching detail. We will be screening the nearly 4 hour Director’s Cut featuring over 40 minutes of additional concert footage and remastered sound. Due to the film’s runtime, there will be a 10 minute intermission.
PG
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN is Mel Brooks’ comedic take on the Universal monster classics of the ‘30s-’40s. The story follows an American struggling to disassociate himself from the legacy of his grandfather, the infamous scientist Victor Frankenstein. When he travels to Transylvania, however, the discovery of Victor's journals leads him to take up where his grandfather left off. 50 years later this silly spoof still endures with its wit, quotable one-liners, hilarious supporting cast, and an all-time best performance from Wilder.