CINEMA BISTRO PREMIERES WITH THE GODFATHER
This weekend (September 25-27), The RFC will host a special engagement of Francis Ford Coppola's masterpiece, The Godfather. Screening from a restored 35mm film print in the Willis-Knighton Health System Theater, this milestone of cinema will also be available to enjoy as part of our all-new dinner and a movie program, Cinema Bistro. The Cinema Bistro experience includes a seated meal (themed to complement the film) from Abby Singer's Bistro followed by a screening of the film, which begins during service of the dessert course. Cost for the evening is $30 per person. Click here to see a menu and learn more. Normal admission rates apply to the theatrical presentations of the film.
Theater Screenings:
Friday - 7:30pm
Saturday - 7:30pm
Sunday - 3:30pm
Cinema Bistro:
Friday - 7:00pm
More information on Cinema Bistro.
Show times and more information on The Godfather screenings.
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WRITER/DIRECTOR ROD LURIE (STRAW DOGS) TO SCREEN
AND DISCUSS NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH
The Robinson Film Center will host director and screenwriter, Rod Lurie, for a screening and discussion of his 2008 drama, Nothing But the Truth, starring Kate Beckinsale, Matt Dillon, and more on Sunday, September 27 at 7:00 PM. Mr. Lurie is currently in north Louisiana directing the film Straw Dogs. Normal admission rates of $6.75-$8.75 apply. Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended.
More information on Nothing But the Truth with director Rod Lurie.
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STEPPING OUT ON THE RED!
The Robinson Film Center's annual gala - one of the biggest and most exciting parties of the year - is scheduled for Friday, October 16. Learn more here or request an invitation by mail.
THIS WEEK For showtimes, call (318) 424-9090 or click here!
MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
TONIGHT! Thursday, September 24, 7:30 PM 2 Hours, Various Languages w/Subtitles
10 Short Films From Around the World
2 Hours - Admission $8.75
The 12th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival will be broadcast simultaneously in more than 175 cities around the globe, including Shanghai, New York City, and Shreveport. Following a two-hour program of juried short films ranging from documentary to animation, our audience will cast their votes in a global selection of winners. Winners will be announced August 29 in New York City.
50% of all proceeds benefit the Robinson Film Center.
MY ONE AND ONLY
September 25 - October 8 Starring Renée Zellweger, Kevin Bacon, Nick Stahl
1 Hour, 48 Minutes - Comedy, In English
Based on the true life story of Hollywood icon George Hamilton's childhood, My One and Only tells the story of Ann Devereaux (Zellweger), a southern mother who has just left her philandering husband Dan (Kevin Bacon) and taken to the road with her two sons in search of a new life. Funny and touching, the film has attracted critical acclaim and festival honors for moving performances by Bacon and Zellweger.
"A colorfully written and beautifully acted romp about the early life of actor George Hamilton that is guaranteed to make you feel warm all over."
-Rex Reed, New York Observer
THE COVE
September 25 - October 1, ONE WEEK ONLY! WINNER, 2009 Sundance Audience Award
1 Hour, 32 Minutes - Documentary, In English
An astounding piece of investigative journalism with the heart of an action thriller, The Cove follows a high-tech dive team on a mission to discover the truth about the international dolphin capture trade. Utilizing state-of-the-art techniques including hidden microphones and cameras, the team reveals a small seaside village in Japan to be the epicenter of a global crime ring.
"This is one of the very best documentaries I have seen--a certain Oscar nominee."-Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
THE GODFATHER
September 25 - 27 Winner of 3 Oscars, Including Best Actor (Marlon Brando)
Starring Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, Diane Keaton
2 Hours, 55 Minutes - Drama, In English
The Robinson Film Center proudly presents a rare theatrical engagement of Francis Ford Coppola's masterpiece The Godfather, currently ranked as the #3 film of all time by the American Film Institute. We will be projecting the film from a 35mm film print on our largest screen, providing a rare opportunity to experience the full effect of this epic saga of an aging crime boss's transfer of power to his reluctant son.
LSU FOOTBALL: LSU vs. MISSISSIPPI
Saturday, September 26, 11:00 AM
Enjoy the LSU vs. Mississippi State game in HD with drink specials, a "cheap eats" tailgating menu and comfy couch seating in a family-friendly and smoke-free environment. Admission is absolutely free and the game will be broadcast on a huge screen upstairs at The Robinson Film Center, with food by Abby Singer's Bistro.
COMING SOON
CAPITALISM: A LOVE STORY (October 9)
ZOMBIE WEEKEND DAWN OF THE DEAD, SHAUN OF THE DEAD, NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD (October 9-11)
IT MIGHT GET LOUD (October 16)
AMERICAN HEROES FILM FESTIVAL (October 23)
THE WAY WE GET BY (October 30)
SHOWTIMES UPDATED DAILY at www.robinsonfilmcenter.org
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