"Disclosure Day" plays Sunday, Sept. 27 at ISU
Sunday, September 27
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
A TV weather forecaster and a cybersecurity expert race to expose a decades-long government cover-up proving extraterrestrial life exists, while a powerful contractor hunts them to keep the secret buried. The Boston Globe writes, "This thrilling film is all about its questions, not its answers. That is the mark of a true elder statesman’s wisdom," while the Washington Post adds, "It’s a spectacular tale about what we see, what we hear, and how both can change what we believe and how we treat each other. By the final frame of this beautiful, immersive film, you realize it’s a plea." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a valid Bengal ID.
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
A TV weather forecaster and a cybersecurity expert race to expose a decades-long government cover-up proving extraterrestrial life exists, while a powerful contractor hunts them to keep the secret buried. The Boston Globe writes, "This thrilling film is all about its questions, not its answers. That is the mark of a true elder statesman’s wisdom," while the Washington Post adds, "It’s a spectacular tale about what we see, what we hear, and how both can change what we believe and how we treat each other. By the final frame of this beautiful, immersive film, you realize it’s a plea." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a valid Bengal ID.
"Death of Robin Hood" plays Sunday, Sept. 20 at ISU
Sunday, September 20
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Hugh Jackman stars as an aging outlaw haunted by his violent past and the reality that the heroic folklore surrounding him is a lie, who must try to right his ship and make amends by helping those he can while the time is short. The San Francisco Chronicle writes, "It is, at its core, a redemption story, simple in persuasive ways yet richly complicated by difficult personalities and atrocious revelations," while New York Magazine adds, "We come to understand the beauty of myth. We need the legends and their lies, because the world is otherwise too unbearable." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Hugh Jackman stars as an aging outlaw haunted by his violent past and the reality that the heroic folklore surrounding him is a lie, who must try to right his ship and make amends by helping those he can while the time is short. The San Francisco Chronicle writes, "It is, at its core, a redemption story, simple in persuasive ways yet richly complicated by difficult personalities and atrocious revelations," while New York Magazine adds, "We come to understand the beauty of myth. We need the legends and their lies, because the world is otherwise too unbearable." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
"Power Ballad" at ISU on Sunday, Sept. 13
Sunday, September 13
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, a past-his-prime wedding singer and a fading boy-band star bond during a late-night jam session, and the rock star turns one of the wedding singer's songs into a massive hit without permission to use it, prompting a fight for proper recognition. The Hollywood Reporter writes, "Like the catchiest pop hits, it’s a little bit familiar, a little bit unexpected and utterly, thrillingly satisfying," while The Guardian adds, "Irish writer-director John Carney delivers an aspartame rush of enjoyment with this terrific comedy of bromance and betrayal in the world of music." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty, and free for ISU students with a valid Bengal ID.
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, a past-his-prime wedding singer and a fading boy-band star bond during a late-night jam session, and the rock star turns one of the wedding singer's songs into a massive hit without permission to use it, prompting a fight for proper recognition. The Hollywood Reporter writes, "Like the catchiest pop hits, it’s a little bit familiar, a little bit unexpected and utterly, thrillingly satisfying," while The Guardian adds, "Irish writer-director John Carney delivers an aspartame rush of enjoyment with this terrific comedy of bromance and betrayal in the world of music." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty, and free for ISU students with a valid Bengal ID.
$1 Day with "Count of Monte Cristo" on Sept. 6 at ISU
$1 Admission Day !!!
Sunday, September 6
3:30 & 7:00 p.m.
Based on the classic tale 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." Nominated for 14 Cesar awards, the French Academy's equivalent of the Oscar, including Best Picture, Director, Actor and Supporting Actress. Admission is $1 or free for ISU students. This film continues our "20 Favorite Films Over the Last 20 Years."
Sunday, September 6
3:30 & 7:00 p.m.
Based on the classic tale 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." Nominated for 14 Cesar awards, the French Academy's equivalent of the Oscar, including Best Picture, Director, Actor and Supporting Actress. Admission is $1 or free for ISU students. This film continues our "20 Favorite Films Over the Last 20 Years."
Film Society's Next Show:
Sunday, August 30
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
A shepherd (Hugh Jackman) reads mystery novels to his flock every night. When he is found dead, the talking sheep use the detective rules they learned from his stories to help a clumsy local officer solve the murder. The New York Times writes, "Not only is “The Sheep Detectives” delightful, but it’s funny and emotionally complex and, dare I say, unusually deferential toward the noble sheep." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a valid Bengal ID.
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
A shepherd (Hugh Jackman) reads mystery novels to his flock every night. When he is found dead, the talking sheep use the detective rules they learned from his stories to help a clumsy local officer solve the murder. The New York Times writes, "Not only is “The Sheep Detectives” delightful, but it’s funny and emotionally complex and, dare I say, unusually deferential toward the noble sheep." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a valid Bengal ID.
"20 For 20" Series: Film Society Begins 20th Year
On October 12, 2025 the Pocatello Film Society began our 20th year of showing films at Idaho State University. In this spirit, we plan to show 20 of our favorite films that were shown over the past 20 years.
Already, we have lit up the screen with such revisits of "Selma", "Lincoln", "Green Book", and "Darkest Hour" over the past year or so.
During Fall 2025, we showed:
2017's "The Greatest Showman" on August 31
2007's "Expiration Date" on October 12.
2019's "Jojo Rabbit" on November 16
2020's "Little Women" on December 14.
"A Faith Under Siege" at ISU Wednesday, July 2 (FREE)
FREE Film Night!!!
Wednesday, July 2
5:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 2
5:00 & 7:00 p.m.
"Ballad of Wallis Island" at ISU Friday, June 6
Friday, June 6
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
This Sundance Film Festival honoree is an acclaimed indie comedy/drama that follows an eccentric millionaire who pays his favorite musical duo to come to his island to perform a concert. The only problem is the duo has broken up and each don't know the other is coming. Amy Nicholson of the Los Angeles Times writes, "It’s something almost as rare as a revelation: a crowdpleaser I’d recommend to everyone, and I have... and now I’m tipping you off, too." Admission is $3 for the public,$2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
This Sundance Film Festival honoree is an acclaimed indie comedy/drama that follows an eccentric millionaire who pays his favorite musical duo to come to his island to perform a concert. The only problem is the duo has broken up and each don't know the other is coming. Amy Nicholson of the Los Angeles Times writes, "It’s something almost as rare as a revelation: a crowdpleaser I’d recommend to everyone, and I have... and now I’m tipping you off, too." Admission is $3 for the public,$2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
"Black Bag" plays Friday, May 16 at ISU
Friday, May 16
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
George and Kathryn are part of a covert group of government operatives. When his beloved wife, Kathryn, is suspected of betraying the nation, intelligence agent George Woodhouse faces the ultimate test -- loyalty to his marriage or his country. Salon calls it, "Movie-watching at its finest... bound to be as enjoyable on a plane or on that comfy couch as it is in the theater. Just make no mistake: This is the most delightful moviegoing experience you can have this year." Admission is $3 for the public,$2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
George and Kathryn are part of a covert group of government operatives. When his beloved wife, Kathryn, is suspected of betraying the nation, intelligence agent George Woodhouse faces the ultimate test -- loyalty to his marriage or his country. Salon calls it, "Movie-watching at its finest... bound to be as enjoyable on a plane or on that comfy couch as it is in the theater. Just make no mistake: This is the most delightful moviegoing experience you can have this year." Admission is $3 for the public,$2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.