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March-May Film Schedule
General Admission - $7 | Seniors - $6 | Members - $5
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RED CLIFF
A film by John Woo, R, 148min, In Mandarin with English subtitles
Legendary action-cinema master John Woo and international superstar Tony Leung reunite for the first time since the 1992 classic Hard Boiled in Red Cliff, the epic historical drama based on a legendary 208 A.D. battle that heralded the end of the Han Dynasty. A massive hit in Asia and the most expensive Asian film production of all time, Red Cliff is a breathtaking war epic that marks the triumphant return of John Woo.
Mar. 2, 3 & 4 @ 7:30pm | Mar. 3 @ 2:00pm |
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Police, Adjective
A film by Corneliu Poromboiu, NR, 115min, In Romanian with English subtitles
Undercover cop Cristi (Dragos Bucur) trails suspected pot dealer Victor (Radu Costin) through the decrepit streets of Vaslui, but when he learns that the suspect is just a teen who sometimes gets high with his pals, he refuses to make an arrest. Unfortunately, Cristi's boss (Ioan Stoica) isn't quite as forgiving. The Romanian New Wave rolls on strongly with this complex drama from writer-director Corneliu Porumboiu.
Mar. 10 & 17 @ 2:00pm | Mar. 10 @ 7:30pm |
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Made-in-Maine Film Series:
The Rivals
The Rivals is the tale of the two communities, one white collar (Cape Elizabeth) and one blue (Rumford), united by a common dream; winning the football state championship. The physical conflict takes place on the football field, but the real story is teaching kids the game of life and the balance between success and respect.
"The Rivals is a hugely entertaining, remarkably perceptive and yes, downright nail-biting true story. " - Ken Eisen. MIFF Founder and Programmer
Mar. 11 @ 7:00pm |
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The Last Station
A film by Michael Hoffman, R, 112min, In English
Set during the last year of Russian novelist Leo Tolstoy's life, this biopic explores the fractious relationship between Tolstoy (Oscar nominee Christopher Plummer) and his wife (Oscar nominee Helen Mirren), as he embraces a life of asceticism. Paul Giamatti co-stars as impassioned Tolstoy devotee Vladimir Chertkov, with James McAvoy playing the aging writer's assistant, Valentin, who is caught in the middle of various struggles.
Mar. 24 & 31 @ 2:00pm | Mar. 24 @ 7:30pm |
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Broken Embraces
A film by Pedro Almodovar, R, 127min, In Spanish with English subtitles
Aging filmmaker Mateo Blanco (Lluís Homar) -- aka screenwriter Harry Caine -- tells his assistant (Tamar Novas) about life before the accident that left him blind, when he became embroiled in a torrid affair with aspiring actress Lena (Penélope Cruz). Harry's story involves his agent, Judit (Blanca Portillo), and deceitful financier Ernesto Martel (José Luis Gómez). Pedro Almodovar writes and directs this colorful, romantic and tragic thriller nominated for a Golden Globe.
Apr. 7 & 14 @ 2:00pm | Apr. 7 @ 7:30pm |
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The White Ribbon
A film by Michael Haneke, R, 144min, In German, Italian & Polish with English subtitles
At a rural school in northern Germany in 1913, a form of ritual punishment has major consequences for students and faculty. But the practice may have bigger repercussions on the German school system -- and maybe even on the growth of fascism. Celebrated Austrian filmmaker Michael Haneke helms this Golden Globe-winning, sumptuously photographed black-and-white drama that stars Susanne Lothar, Ulrich Tukur and Theo Trebs.
Apr. 21 @ 2:00pm | Apr. 21 & 28 @ 7:30pm |
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Fish Tank
A film by Andrea Arnold, NR, 123min, In English
The life of hot-tempered teen outcast Mia (Katie Jarvis) takes an unexpected turn when her mother, Joanne (Kierston Wareing), brings home a handsome and mysterious boyfriend named Connor (Michael Fassbender), who pledges to bring sweeping positive changes to the household. British writer-director Andrea Arnold's sophomore feature won Best British Film at the 2010 BAFTAs.
May 5 & 12 @ 2:00pm | May 5 & 12 @ 7:30pm |
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The Maid
A film by Sebastian Silva, NR, 94min, In French with English subtitles
When Raquel's (Catalina Saavedra) place in the Valdes family -- for whom she's provided 23 years of maid service -- is threatened after they hire more help, she decides to do something about it in this Golden Globe-nominated comedic drama from director Sebastián Silva. Rolling out anything but the red carpet for the new employees, Raquel's juvenile tricks just might work in this examination of loyalty, family dynamics and duty. Claudia Celedón co-stars.
May 19 & 26 @ 2:00pm | May 26 @ 7:30pm |
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