Silver Screenings Presents:
SOME LIKE IT HOT!
The RFC’s “Silver Screenings” series – designed to provide early matinee screenings of classic films for senior audiences – continues Monday, July 14 at 10:30 AM with a special presentation of the classic 1959 comedy “Some Like it Hot.” Tickets are now on sale and may be purchased on-line, at the RFC Box Office, or via phone by calling Kim Sizemore at (318) 459-4124.
Tickets are $5.75 for the film only, $14.00 for the film and a special lunch following. Advance ticket purchase is required for lunch.
Buy tickets! (To purchase, select July 14 date)
THIS WEEK
For show times call (318) 424-9090 or click here.
THE FALL
Presented by Spike Jonze and David Fincher
Rated R, In English
July 11-24
When a little girl finds herself in a hospital recovering from a fall, she strikes up a friendship with a bedridden man who captivates her with a whimsical story that removes her far from the hospital doldrums into the exotic landscapes of her imagination. The film is a visually exhilarating thrill-ride, filmed over the course of four years in 28 countries.
“Magnificent. There will never be another film like it.” -Roger Ebert
Read Roger Ebert’s four-star review.
View the trailer here.
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SOME LIKE IT HOT
Starring Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis, Jack Lemmon
Unrated (Equivalent to PG-13)
In English, presented from a rare, all-new 35mm print
July 11-24
The Robinson Film Center proudly presents one of the most popular comedies of all time, screening from an all-new 35mm print. Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis play musicians on the run from mobsters, posing as members of an all-girl band. Comedy, romance, and action ensue in the American Film Institute’s “#1 Comedy of All Time.”
SUPPORTING CAST REWARD:
Show your Supporting Cast Membership Card and receive free admission to the Friday, July 11, 7:15 PM screening. Seating is first-come, first-served. Thanks for being a member!
“One of the enduring treasures of the movies, a film full of inspiration and meticulous craft.” -Roger Ebert
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Learn more about the Supporting Cast Membership Program.
PRICELESS
Starring Audrey Tautou (“Amelie”) and Gad Elmaleh (“The Valet”)
In French with English Subtitles
Plays until July 17
Jean is a hardworking employee at one of southern France's elite resort hotels. He is known for his excellent work ethic, but that changes after a chance encounter with sexy hotel guest Irene (Tautou). Jean pulls out all of the stops to win her heart in this charming comedy from France.
“Stop laughing long enough, and you'll see that it's a picture about compromised lives and love for sale. But no one who watches Priceless will stop laughing for that long.”
-Mick LaSalle, San Francisco Chronicle
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STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
Directed by Academy Award-winner Errol Morris
Rated R for violence
Plays until July 17
Acclaimed documentary filmmaker Errol Morris presents a new look at the Abu Ghraib prisoner abuse scandal, as told by those involved. Ultimately, it is the story of soldiers who believed they were defending democracy but found themselves plunged into an unimagined nightmare.
“A movie that must be seen.” -Richard Roeper, Ebert & Roeper
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FILM CAMPS FOR KIDS!
There’s still time to register your child for Robinson Film Center’s two remaining summer camps – Video Killed the Radio Star (Music Video Production, July 14-18) and From Story to Screen (Adaptation, July 21-July 25). In these camps, students learn to write, shoot, and edit their own short film projects. Tuition is $100 for non-members, $80 for members.
Download an application form!
COMING FRIDAY, JULY 18
MONGOL
A sweeping historical epic focusing on the rise to power of Genghis Khan.
SURFWISE
2008’s most critically-acclaimed documentary, “Surfwise” is the story of a truly bizarre family.
SHOWTIMES UPDATED DAILY at the all-new www.robinsonfilmcenter.org
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