"Sing Sing" plays Sunday, March 2 at ISU
Sunday, March 2
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit, Divine G finds purpose by acting in a theatre group alongside other incarcerated men, including a wary newcomer. ABC News writes, "The first indisputably great movie of 2024 is a blazing Oscar contender about a real-life prison arts program that helps caged birds, led by a simply stupendous Colman Domingo, to regain humanity with a heart full to bursting and a spirit that soars." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff and free for ISU students with Bengal ID.
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit, Divine G finds purpose by acting in a theatre group alongside other incarcerated men, including a wary newcomer. ABC News writes, "The first indisputably great movie of 2024 is a blazing Oscar contender about a real-life prison arts program that helps caged birds, led by a simply stupendous Colman Domingo, to regain humanity with a heart full to bursting and a spirit that soars." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff and free for ISU students with Bengal ID.
"Count of Monte Cristo" plays Sun, Feb. 16 at ISU
Sunday, February 16
3:30 & 7:00 p.m.
Based on the acclaimed story by Alexandre Dumas, a young sailor is falsely accused of treason and imprisoned on the island of Château d'If, where he befriends a fellow prisoner who reveals the location of a hidden treasure. Upon escaping, he adopts the identity of the wealthy "Count of Monte Cristo" and meticulously plans his revenge against those who betrayed him, using his newfound wealth and knowledge to manipulate and expose their darkest secrets. Variety magazine calls it, "A stunning, emotionally satisfying adventure tale, built on rock-solid source material. Compared to earlier adaptations, this latest version is briskly paced and rousingly acted by an all-around stellar ensemble." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff and free for ISU students with Bengal ID. The movie is in French with English subtitles.
3:30 & 7:00 p.m.
Based on the acclaimed story by Alexandre Dumas, a young sailor is falsely accused of treason and imprisoned on the island of Château d'If, where he befriends a fellow prisoner who reveals the location of a hidden treasure. Upon escaping, he adopts the identity of the wealthy "Count of Monte Cristo" and meticulously plans his revenge against those who betrayed him, using his newfound wealth and knowledge to manipulate and expose their darkest secrets. Variety magazine calls it, "A stunning, emotionally satisfying adventure tale, built on rock-solid source material. Compared to earlier adaptations, this latest version is briskly paced and rousingly acted by an all-around stellar ensemble." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff and free for ISU students with Bengal ID. The movie is in French with English subtitles.
"A Real Pain" plays Sun, Feb. 23 at ISU
Sunday, February 23
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Mismatched cousins David and Benji tour Poland to honour their grandmother. Their adventure becomes complicated as old tensions resurface while exploring their family history as related to the holocaust and their roots. TIME magazine writes, "What’s most wonderful about the movie is its radiant generosity. Eisenberg’s performance is terrific, muted and hyperkinetic in all the right ways. But most often, he’s subtly directing attention to his co-star. Culkin is extraordinary." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Mismatched cousins David and Benji tour Poland to honour their grandmother. Their adventure becomes complicated as old tensions resurface while exploring their family history as related to the holocaust and their roots. TIME magazine writes, "What’s most wonderful about the movie is its radiant generosity. Eisenberg’s performance is terrific, muted and hyperkinetic in all the right ways. But most often, he’s subtly directing attention to his co-star. Culkin is extraordinary." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
"Omni Loop" plays Sun, Feb. 9 at ISU
Sunday, February 9
1:30 & 4:00 p.m.
(Note Time Changes Due to Superbowl)
A quantum physicist finds herself stuck in a time loop with a black hole growing in her chest and only a week to live. When she meets a gifted student, they team up to save her life and unlock the mysteries of time travel. The Austin Chronicle writes, "Simultaneously ripping and repairing the proverbial heartstrings, Britto’s sci-fi drama is truly life-affirming," while Deadline Hollywood calls it "an ingenious but surprisingly heartfelt sci-fi." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU Students with valid Bengal ID.
1:30 & 4:00 p.m.
(Note Time Changes Due to Superbowl)
A quantum physicist finds herself stuck in a time loop with a black hole growing in her chest and only a week to live. When she meets a gifted student, they team up to save her life and unlock the mysteries of time travel. The Austin Chronicle writes, "Simultaneously ripping and repairing the proverbial heartstrings, Britto’s sci-fi drama is truly life-affirming," while Deadline Hollywood calls it "an ingenious but surprisingly heartfelt sci-fi." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU Students with valid Bengal ID.
"Small Things Like These" plays Sun, Feb. 2 at ISU
Sunday, February 2
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Based on the acclaimed novella by Claire Keegan, a coal merchant discovers disturbing secrets within the local convent while making deliveries during the busy Christmas season, forcing him to confront the complicit silences of his community and the abuses committed by the Church. The story explores themes of quiet heroism and the power of small acts of kindness against a backdrop of societal pressure and religious control. Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff and free for ISU student with Bengal ID.
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Based on the acclaimed novella by Claire Keegan, a coal merchant discovers disturbing secrets within the local convent while making deliveries during the busy Christmas season, forcing him to confront the complicit silences of his community and the abuses committed by the Church. The story explores themes of quiet heroism and the power of small acts of kindness against a backdrop of societal pressure and religious control. Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff and free for ISU student with Bengal ID.
Film Society's Next Show:
Sunday, January 26
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
World War II veteran Artie Crawford lives in a care home in Northern Ireland. After his wife's death, he decides to ignore all advice and sets off alone to France to attend the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings. "A lovely, uplifting and sentimental film," writes NPR, while Film Ireland calls it "A hugely enjoyable ride. It is also a deeply moving one, largely due to Pierce Brosnan’s performance." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU Students with valid Bengal ID.
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
World War II veteran Artie Crawford lives in a care home in Northern Ireland. After his wife's death, he decides to ignore all advice and sets off alone to France to attend the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings. "A lovely, uplifting and sentimental film," writes NPR, while Film Ireland calls it "A hugely enjoyable ride. It is also a deeply moving one, largely due to Pierce Brosnan’s performance." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU Students with valid Bengal ID.
Vote On Movies For This Fall
We're working on our movie schedule now for Sundays this fall. Here's the link to the playlist of possible movies on YouTube. Any feedback would be appreciated on what you'd like to see as we work out licenses and dates. Watch the list and respond with your votes to our email at pocatellofilmsociety@gmail.com
"The Fall Guy" plays Saturday, Sept. 14 at ISU
"The Fall Guy"
Saturday, Sept. 14 @ 4:00 & 7:00 p.m. (No Friday Show)
After leaving the movie business, battle-scarred stuntman Colt Seavers springs back into action working for a former love interest when the star of a big studio movie suddenly disappears. As the mystery deepens, Colt finds himself ensnared in a sinister plot that pushes him to the edge of a fall more dangerous than any stunt. Admission is free for ISU students, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and $3 for the public.
Saturday, Sept. 14 @ 4:00 & 7:00 p.m. (No Friday Show)
After leaving the movie business, battle-scarred stuntman Colt Seavers springs back into action working for a former love interest when the star of a big studio movie suddenly disappears. As the mystery deepens, Colt finds himself ensnared in a sinister plot that pushes him to the edge of a fall more dangerous than any stunt. Admission is free for ISU students, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and $3 for the public.
"Problemista" plays Fri, June 21 at ISU
"Problemista"
Friday, June 21
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Acclaimed comedy drama "Problemista" follows an aspiring toy designer from El Salvador who starts working for an erratic art-world outcast in New York City, hoping to stay in the country and realize his dream before his work visa expires. The Atlantic calls it "A marvelous mixture of surrealism and social satire that depicts the American dream as a nightmare of bureaucracy and phone calls to customer service," while Slate magazine calls it "An imaginative, impressive, not to mention hilarious debut." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
Friday, June 21
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Acclaimed comedy drama "Problemista" follows an aspiring toy designer from El Salvador who starts working for an erratic art-world outcast in New York City, hoping to stay in the country and realize his dream before his work visa expires. The Atlantic calls it "A marvelous mixture of surrealism and social satire that depicts the American dream as a nightmare of bureaucracy and phone calls to customer service," while Slate magazine calls it "An imaginative, impressive, not to mention hilarious debut." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.