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THE GREAT OUTDOORS
FilmScene in the Park and The Rooftop Series return for 24 weeks of outdoor moviegoing. Blast off with Star Wars on our biggest screen!
TRULY UNIQUE CINEMA
The long-anticipated Memoria, the nothing-like-it Neptune Frost, the complete works of Elaine May — there’s a big screen treat just for you.
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NEW SEATING AT OUR REMODELED FILMSCENE ON THE PED MALL
THE STARS ALIGN AT FILMSCENE Connecting through cinema — that’s what we do. Whether you crave classics under the stars, or a festive celebration of new cinema, the big screen beckons. The outdoor season is upon us. To mark a full year back at the movies, we’re going to a galaxy far far away for our kickoff screening of the FilmScene in the Park season Memorial Day weekend. We have a full slate of free movies every other Saturday in Chauncey Swan Park. And for those seeking a more eclectic—and decidedly more raunchy—outdoor experience, we’re bringing back an entire season of rooftop films with a few specialty series: Blood & Butts, Neon-Noir, and more. And to keep you cool, we’ll have a strong slate of new films and select classics in our theaters including a couple of screenings presented on 35mm film! Save the date for the Refocus Film Festival, running from October 6-9. The Refocus Film Festival is a four-day festival that celebrates the art of adaptation. Through thoughtfully curated film programming, multidisciplinary performances by local artists, and opportunities to make personal and professional connections, Refocus brings to Iowa City a vibrant, wholly unique annual festival that spotlights source material—literature, journalism, photography, stage production, music, comedy, podcasts and more—and presents its evolution of voice, perspective and medium. At Refocus, lenses shift and stories are retold. We’re happy to see regulars return and new faces join us as we continue our journey in cinema!
Ben Delgado Programming Director
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After the Hays Code was lifted and the classic noir period came to a close, neo-noir was born. From those movies a slick sub genre emerged, the neon noir. Typified by its rain soaked streets lit by the glow of neon signs, these films have a particular brand of cool all their own.
What’s in a name? Well, in this case, everything. We’ve got blood and butts to burn in these rowdy and ribald rooftop selections. From road trips to sandy beaches to kung fu vengeance neo-blaxploitation thrillers, this series delivers on its promise.
A full weekend of films, festivities, conversations, and performances, inspired by the work of adaptation, transforming one art form into another. After a long wait, our inaugural festival arrives this fall.
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NEW RELEASES PETITE MAMAN
(2021, France) Dir. Céline Sciamma
Following the death of her beloved grandmother, 8-year-old Nelly accompanies her parents to her mother’s childhood home to begin the difficult process of cleaning out its contents. As Nelly explores the house and nearby woods, she is immediately drawn to a neighbor her own age building a treehouse. What follows is a tender tale of childhood grief, memory and connection. “Goes straight into my list of the greatest films ever made for children of all ages.”—Mark Kermode, The Observer
OPENS MAY 6
THE DUKE
(2020, UK) Dir. Roger Mitchell In 1961, a 60-year-old taxi driver steals Goya’s portrait of the Duke of Wellington. His ransom notes say that he will only return it if the government invests more in care for the elderly. “Funny, silly and just a damn good time at the pictures.” —David Jenkins, Little White Lies
OPENS MAY 6
HAPPENING
(2021, France) Dir. Audrey Diwan France, 1963. Anne is a bright young student with a promising future ahead of her. But when she falls pregnant, she sees her opportunities disappearing. “It’s hard to think of a film more necessary in the current moment.” —David Jenkins, Little White Lies
OPENS MAY 13
HIT THE ROAD
(2021, Iran) Dir. Panah Panahi A middle-aged couple and their two sons embark on a road trip across the Iranian countryside. Over the course of their journey they bond over memories of the past. “A breath of fresh air and a truly original work.” —Elena Lazic, The Playlist
OPENS MAY 13
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DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA
(2022, UK, USA) Dir. Simon Curtis
The much-anticipated reunion of the beloved cast as they go on a grand journey to the South of France to uncover the mystery of the Dowager Countess’ newly inherited villa. “When Maggie Smith tells you to sit down, you sit and listen.” —Maureen Lee Lenker, Entertainment Weekly
OPENS MAY 20
MEN
(2022, UK) Dir. Alex Garland In the aftermath of a personal tragedy, Harper (Jessie Buckley) retreats alone to the beautiful English countryside, hoping to have found a place to heal. But someone or something from the surrounding woods appears to be stalking her. What begins as simmering dread becomes a fully-formed nightmare, inhabited by her darkest memories and fears. “Alex Garland’s new sinister A24 film, Men, is a full nightmare.”—Meaghan Kirby, Nerdist
OPENS MAY 20
PLEASURE
(2021, Sweden, Netherlands, France) Dir. Ninja Thyberg Bella Cherry arrives in Los Angeles with dreams of becoming an adult film star, but she soon learns that fame won’t come easy as she harnesses her ambition and cunning. “Pleasure is very persuasive in its evocation of the milieu.” —Leslie Felperin, The Hollywood Reporter
OPENS MAY 27
THE TSUGUA DIARIES (2021, Portugal, France) Dirs. Maureen Fazendeiro, Miguel Gomes Crista, Carloto and João are building an airy greenhouse for butterflies in the garden. The three of them share household routines, day after day… and they are not the only ones. “A delightful little summer movie.”—Dustin Chang, ScreenAnarchy
OPENS JUNE 3
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NEW RELEASES NEPTUNE FROST
(2021, USA, Rwanda) Dirs. Saul Williams, Anisia Uzeyman In this buzzy Afrofuturist festival favorite, multi-hyphenate artist Williams and co-director Uzeyman craft a cosmic love story in an anti-colonialist hacker collective in dystopian Rwanda. “The future of Black cinema.” —Jourdain Searles, The Hollywood Reporter
OPENS JUNE 10
CRIMES OF THE FUTURE
(2022, Canada, Greece, France) Dir. David Cronenberg Celebrity performance artist Saul Tenser (Viggo Mortensen) publicly showcases the metamorphosis of his organs in avant-garde performances. “The OG king of the body horror genre is back.” —Katarina Docalovich, Paste Magazine
OPENS JUNE 10
MEMORIA
(2021, Colombia, Thailand, France, Germany, Mexico, Qatar, UK, China, Switzerland) Dir. Apichatpong Weerasethakul A must-see on the big screen presented in a rolling limited-time only tour, Palme D’or winning director Apichatpong Weerasethakul’s latest stars Oscar winner Tilda Swinton as a woman who begins experiencing a mysterious sensory syndrome while traversing the jungles of Colombia. “Left my jaw on the screening room floor.” —Justin Chang, Los Angeles Times
OPENS JUNE 10
BENEDICTION
(2021, UK, USA) Dir. Terence Davies The story of Siegfried Sassoon, the famed British poet who was sent to a psychiatric facility for his anti-war stance during WWI. “One of writer-director Terence Davies’ finest creations.” —Deborah Young, The Film Verdict
OPENS JUNE 10
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BRIAN AND CHARLES
(2022, UK) Dir. Jim Archer
This quietly irreverent comedy follows Brian, a lonely inventor in rural Wales, who spends his days building quirky, unconventional contraptions that seldom work. “A delightfully goofy, sweet-natured, charming comedy.” —Louisa Moore, Screen Zealots
OPENS JUNE 17
JAZZ FEST: A NEW ORLEANS STORY
(2022, USA) Dirs. Frank Marshall, Ryan Suffern
This lively documentary not only captures the Festival in all its glory, but delves into the rich culture of The Big Easy. “Music fans of assorted persuasions will be delighted.” —Todd McCarthy, Deadline
OPENS JUNE 17
ELVIS
(2022, USA, Australia) Dir. Baz Luhrmann Nobody does pizazz like Baz! The director of The Great Gatsby and Moulin Rouge examines Elvis’s complicated relationship with his manager, Colonel Tom Parker (Tom Hanks). “Austin Butler is the perfect King of Rock and Roll” —Jessica Peerez, MovieWeb
OPENS JUNE 24
MARCEL THE SHELL WITH SHOES ON
(2021, USA) Dir. Dean Fleischer-Camp
One of the first stars from YouTube’s early days on the big screen! Marcel is a one-inch-tall shell who ekes out a colorful existence with his grandmother and their pet lint. But when a documentary filmmaker discovers them, Marcel is engulfed in instant fame and unprecedented danger. “Seamlessly marries big ideas with charm and humor.” —Monica Castillo, The Wrap
COMING SOON
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SPECIAL EVENTS THE ROAD TO WELLVILLE
WITH T.C. BOYLE
(1994, USA) Dir. Alan Parker Famed Iowa Writers Workshop alum Boyle introduces the star-studded film adaptation of his comedic novel. DISCUSSION Author T.C. Boyle MAY 4 | CHAUNCEY
THIS MUCH I KNOW TO BE TRUE
(2022, UK) Dir. Andrew Dominik
Shot on location in London & Brighton, this doc captures Nick Cave and Warren Ellis’ exceptional creative relationship as they bring to life the songs from their last two studio albums, Ghosteen (Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds) and Carnage (Nick Cave & Warren Ellis) with a special appearance by long-term collaborator Marianne Faithfull. MAY 11
DISTILLATIONS
(2022, USA) Dir. Mark Anthoney A juggling journey of movement through multidimensionality by performer Luther Bangert. PERFORMANCE Aerialist Mimi Ke + Luther Bangert. Funded by the Iowa Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts. MAY 14 | CHAUNCEY SWAN PARK
SIGN O’ THE TIMES
(1987, USA) Dir. Prince
Celebrate Prince’s birthday! The legendary Prince and his band give the performance of a lifetime with 13 numbers, most of them from his double album “Sign ‘o’ the Times.” This is high-energy stuff: neon signs flash above the stage, and between numbers there are vignettes of street life. JUNE 7 | CHAUNCEY | 35TH ANNIVERSARY | 4K
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SERIES PROGRAMMING BRINTON SURPRISE
A LIVE SCORE EVENT
(1902-2022, France, USA) Dirs. Various This multimedia extravaganza features magic lantern slides and early silent films from the Brinton Collection of early entertainment materials accompanied by a live score from Red Cedar Chamber Music. The brand new presentation will feature historian Michael Zahs alongside an expanded musical ensemble. MAY 15
PRIDE AT FILMSCENE In partnership with Iowa City Pride, a monthly showcase of the best in new and classic LGBTQIA+ from around the world.
TEMBLORES (2019, Guatemala, France, Luxembourg) Dir. Jayro Bustamante
PARIS IS BURNING
(1990, USA) Dir. Jennie Livingston
When an evangelical father comes out, his community is left shattered.
A landmark documentary focusing on the “house” culture of drag queens living in 1980s NYC.
MAY 19 | PED MALL
JUNE 16 | CHAUNCEY
HENRY V (2022, UK) Dir. Max Webster Presented in partnership with The Englert Theatre and Riverside Theatre. TICKETS $18 $15 Students + Seniors $9 Members, Friends of the Englert, and Riverside Theatre Members
JUNE 19 | CHAUNCEY
Kit Harington (Game of Thrones) plays the title role in Shakespeare’s thrilling study of nationalism, war and the psychology of power.
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Punch in for weird Wednesdays at 10pm for B-movies, camp classics, and fright favorites. Cheap tickets, cheap beer & cheap fun! All screenings at 10pm at The Chauncey.
STUNT ROCK
MAY 4
FREDDY VS. JASON
PATHOGEN
(1978) Dir. Brian Trenchard-Smith
(2006) Dir. Emily Hagins
Part documentary, part rock film, and all kinds of crazy —an ode to the fearless Australian stunt man Grant Page.
One of the most accomplished horror movies ever made by a person before they could legally drive a car.
MAY 11
(2003) Dir. Ronny Yu
This Friday the 13th, evil had two names... but only one sound. FRIDAY, MAY 13
FLESH FOR FRANKENSTEIN 3D
(1972) Dir. William Crane
Baron Frankenstein dreams of restoring Serbia to glory, so he builds monsters whose children will become the new master race.
In 1780 an African Prince pays a visit to Count Dracula, seeking his support in ending the slave trade. Instead, the count transforms him into a vampire!
BLACULA
(1973) Dir. Paul Morrissey
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(2018) Dir. Peter Strickland
(1986) Dir. Hal Needham
A lonely divorcée visits a bewitching London department store to find a dress to transform her life.
A bicycle-motocrosser (Cru Jones) attempts to enter a corrupt promoter’s nationally televised race for a large cash-prize.
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JAWS 2
(1992) Dir. Jeff Burr
Duke is the prettiest unicorn in the world, and he’s been travelling, meeting people, killing people. But even killer unicorns can’t hide from their past.
An ill-fated security guard (Duane Whitaker) tries a long shot as an Elvis impersonator at a seedy Los Angeles nightclub.
(1978) Dir. Jeannot Szwarc
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water... JUNE 29
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EDDIE PRESLEY
(2021) Dir. Steve Rudzinski
JUNE 22
Sponsored by
Monthly screenings on the Second Saturday with Sunday and Thursday early-out encores. Kids can pick up a Picture Show Passport to log moviegoing with fun stickers and earn prizes! FREE FOR KIDS, $5 FOR ADULTS! | CHAUNCEY
LILO AND STITCH
(2002, USA) Dir. Dean DeBlois, Chris Sanders Get ready to crash-land on Earth with Stitch, a runaway genetic experiment from a faraway planet. As he wreaks havoc on the Hawaiian Islands, he becomes the mischievous adopted alien “puppy” of an independent little girl named Lilo and learns about loyalty, friendship, and family. MAY 14 & 15 11AM | MAY 19 3:30PM
ENCANTO
(2021, USA) Dirs. Jared Bush, Byron Howard, Charise Castro Smith An extraordinary family, the Madrigals, live in a magical house hidden in the mountains of Colombia. The magic has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift— every child except Mirabel (Stephanie Beatriz). Presented in Spanish with English subtitles on June 11. JUNE 11 & 12 11AM | JUNE 16 3:30PM
LOBBY AND LIVING ROOM COLLIDE in FilmCastPodScene, connecting film lovers in celebration of the communal experience of filmgoing. Each episode features conversations, critiques and clips of upcoming titles at FilmScene plus visits from special guests, interviews with filmmakers, viewing suggestions, and more. LISTEN AT ANCHOR.FM/FILMSCENE
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FilmScene in the Park is a FREE outdoor movie series made possible by the transformative Strengthen • Grow • Evolve campaign, a collaboration with The Englert Theatre and The City of Iowa City’s Annual Park Improvement and Economic Development funds. This cooperative project supports the goals of both FilmScene and Iowa City Parks & Recreation.
STAR WARS
(1977, USA) Dir. George Lucas
With the planet-destroying power of the Death Star, the Empire looks to cement its grip on the galaxy. Meanwhile, farm boy Luke Skywalker rises to face his destiny. Presented as part of Science on Screen ®
MAY 28 | 45TH ANNIVERSARY
FIRST COW
(2019, USA) Dir. Kelly Reichardt A skilled cook and a Chinese immigrant, on the run from a band of vengeful hunters in the 1820s Northwest, dream of striking it rich—but their tenuous plan to make their fortune on the frontier comes to rely on the secret use of a landowner’s prized dairy cow.
JUNE 11
CROOKLYN
(1994, USA) Dir. Spike Lee Make yourself at home with the Carmichael family as they experience one very special summer in their Brooklyn neighborhood that they’ve affectionately nicknamed “Crooklyn.” Spike Lee fashions a bold, flavorful picture of family life.
JUNE 25
CLUELESS
(1995, USA) Dir. Amy Heckerling A timeless coming of age comedy skewering the ultra rich in 1990s Beverly Hills—with contemporary high school social dynamics standing in for the aristocracy of Jane Austen’s Emma. Features an all star cast with Alicia Silvertsone, Brittany Murphy, Donald Faison, and Paul Rudd.
JULY 9
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THE ROOFTOP SERIES Our sizzling Summer Rooftop Series features well-loved classics, off-beat gems and new favorites , beneath the stars and above the streets of Iowa City.
BLAZING SADDLES
(1974, USA) Dir. Mel Brooks
A corrupt governor grants a reprieve to an African American convict if the condemned man agrees to serve as sheriff of a small Western town, believing that new sheriff will only live long enough to serve the needs of the governor and his nefarious railroad-baron backer.
JUNE 5
Y TU MAMÁ TAMBIÉN
(2001, Mexico) Dir. Alfonso Cuarón
Over the course of a summer, Julio (Gael García Bernal) and his upper-class friend Tenoch (Diego Luna), go on a carefree cross-country escapade with a gorgeous older woman, finding connection with each other, themselves and the world around them.
JUNE 19 | BLOOD & BUTTS
TAXI DRIVER
(1976, USA) Dir. Martin Scorsese Suffering from depression and insomnia, disturbed loner Travis Bickle (Robert De Niro) takes a job as a New York City cabbie, haunting the streets nightly, growing increasingly detached from reality as he dreams of cleaning up the filthy city.
JULY 3 | NEON-NOIR
WOLFCOP
(2014, Canada) Dir. Lowell Dean Officer Lou Garou isn’t the best cop. He mostly just looks to avoid anything that could possibly interfere with his goal of getting wasted. One evening, Lou investigates a disturbance and wakes up with a pentagram carved in his chest and body hair that’s growing at an alarming rate.
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COMMUNITY COLLABORATIONS Community Collaborations presented by GreenState Credit Union is an ongoing series of engaging cinematic events in partnership with nonprofits, advocacy groups, passionate individuals, and community organizations to generate conversation and action inspired by film.
ON THE DIVIDE
(2021, USA) Dir. Maya Cueva The story of three Latinx people living in McAllen, Texas who, despite their views, are connected by the most unexpected of places: the last abortion clinic on the U.S./Mexico border. DIALOGUE Panel discussion to follow MAY 25 | CHAUNCEY
JUSTUS
(2021, USA) Dirs. Cedric B Theus, Maya Ben-Shahar Featuring interviews with ex-prisoners and activists, the film interrogates the structures that have targeted Black citizens with overwhelming disparity. DIALOGUE Director Maya Ben-Shahar JUNE 17 | CHAUNCEY
REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES
(2002, USA) Dir. Patricia Cardoso
18-year-old Ana (America Ferrera) is a first-generation Mexican-American from East L.A., who struggles between her ambition of attending college and her cultural traditions. Presented in partnership with Iowa City Latino Fest
JUNE 22 | CHAUNCEY | 20TH ANNIVERSARY
THE FIRST STEP
(2021, USA) Dir. Brandon Kramer In a divided America, political commentator Van Jones works across party lines on landmark criminal justice reform and a more humane response to the addiction crisis. DIALOGUE Filmmaker Lance Kramer & Organizer LaDrina Wilson DIALOGUE PARTNER INFO JUNE 29 | CHAUNCEY
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In 2022, for the fifth consecutive year, FilmScene is thrilled to join theaters across the country to present Science on Screen®, finishing out a six-film program in May, to look at the evolution of smoking and examine physics in space. Each event includes dialogue with individuals connected to the film and/or with experts in the field, to enhance our understanding of science in cinema. Presented as part of Science on Screen® - An initiative of the Coolidge Corner Theatre, with major support from the ALFRED P. SLOAN FOUNDATION
DOUBLE INDEMNITY
(1944, USA) Dir. Billy Wilder
Hardboiled Hooligans: From Cigarettes to Vaping A Los Angeles insurance representative lets an alluring housewife seduce him into a scheme of insurance fraud and murder that arouses the suspicion of his colleague. MAY 19, 6:30PM | CHAUNCEY | $5
STAR WARS
(1977, USA) Dir. George Lucas A Long Time Ago in a Galaxy Far, Far Away... Could All That Really Happen? The Empire looks to cement its grip on the galaxy. Meanwhile, farm boy Luke Skywalker rises to face his destiny. MAY 28 | 45TH ANNIVERSARY | FREE
SIRENS
VINO VERITE PLACEHOLDER / MEMBERSHIPS
SUN, MAY 1, 7PM | CHAUNCEY
(2022, USA) Dir. Rita Baghdadi Film. Wine. Truth. Vino Vérité presented by Bread Garden Market and Little Village is a Thought-provoking, series On the outskirts of Beirut, Lilas and Shery, co-founders and guitarists of the Middle East’s first featuring talented new voices and established masters of vérité filmmaking in person tovisually-arresting present all-female metal band, wrestle with friendship, sexuality, and destruction in their pursuit of ftlms paired with their thought-provoking, chance-taking, and visually-arresting films. becoming thrash metal rock stars. curated wines in a Each event features a wine tasting with hand-selected pairings, hors d’oeuvres, and a catered search for truth in “A roof-raising rock-doc with heart to match its decibels.”—Screen International dessert reception with the filmmaker. cinema that brings TICKETS $20 Public / $15 Members / $10 Students fresh ftlmmaking The series title, “Vino Vérité” is a playful combination of the latin phrase “in vino veritas”—in wine DIALOGUE Filmmaker Rita Baghdadi in person Iowa City’s Nonprofit Cinema 15 voices to Iowa City. there is truth—and the filmmaking term “cinema vérité,” a naturalistic approach to storytelling which seeks to observe truth through intimate, candid realism.
CLASSICS An ongoing series of essential cinema new and old. Everything from 16mm rarities to shiny new 4K DCP restorations of truly iconic works worthy of the big screen. Whether you’re taking these in for the first time or the hundredth, you can’t go wrong with the classics in a dark room with your fellow film lovers.
INLAND EMPIRE
(2006, USA, France, Poland) Dir. David Lynch Nikki (Laura Dern) takes a new role in a cursed film production where she begins to adopt the persona of the character into her real life. This nightmarish experimental film from director David Lynch (Mulholland Drive, Twin Peaks) is newly restored. MAY 14 & 15 | CHAUNCEY | 4K RESTORATION
MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL IN 35 MM
(1975, UK) Dirs. Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones
England 932 A.D. King Arthur and his trusty servant are seeking Knights to join the Round Table and search for the holy grail. An all-time classic on 35mm film — don’t miss it! MAY 21 & 22 | CHAUNCEY | 35MM
THE GODFATHER
(1972, USA) Dir. Francis Ford Coppola Francis Ford Coppola’s epic masterpiece is a chilling portrait of the Corleone family’s rise and near fall from power in America, masterfully showing us both sides of the Sicilian clan’s lives: a strong sense of family and the ugly crime business. JUNE 3, 4 & 6 | CHAUNCEY | 50TH ANNIVERSARY | 4K
MISSISSIPPI MASALA
(1991, USA, UK) Dir. Mira Nair
After her Indian family was forced to flee their home in Uganda, Mina (Sarita Choudhury) is helping to run a motel in the faraway land of Mississippi. A passionate romance with the charming Black carpet cleaner Demetrius (Denzel Washington) challenges the prejudices of their conservative families. JUNE 18, 20 & 23 | CHAUNCEY | 4K RESTORATION
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For four weeks, FilmScene 101 will watch the films of Elaine May to celebrate her work and legacy. May, who turned 90 in April, is one of the most formidable female directors and screenwriters who brought classic American comedies like Tootsie or The Birdcage to life. In this class, we’ll watch the four films and discuss tropes, motifs, and stylistic choices that seem particular to May’s sensibility. We’ll also discuss the term “auteur,” the history behind its incorporation into film studies, and how we might understand May as one of the few working female auteurs of the 1970s.
A NEW LEAF (1971, USA)
THE HEARTBREAK KID (1972, USA)
A spoiled and self-absorbed man who has squandered his inheritance is desperate to find a way to maintain his lavish lifestyle.
A newlywed man on his honeymoon has second thoughts about his marriage and falls for a younger woman.
MAY 10 & 12 | CHAUNCEY
MAY 17 & 19 | CHAUNCEY
INSTRUCTOR
Hannah Bonner TUITION
$25 members/ $30 public All screenings at 7pm at FilmScene at the Chauncey. Tuition includes admission to all four films. Individual tickets are also available.
MIKEY AND NICKY
ISHTAR
(1976, USA)
(1987, USA)
A raw story of male friendship following two old pals (Peter Falk and John Cassavettes) on the grimy streets of Philadelphia over one raucous night.
Two untalented nightclub performers get caught in the crossfire when they are booked in the politically tumultuous Middle East.
MAY 24 & 26 | CHAUNCEY
MAY 31 & JUNE 2 | CHAUNCEY
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ABOUT FILMSCENE GETTING HERE FilmScene operates two downtown Iowa City cinemas. Access is near multiple major highways, I-80 (Exit 244), Iowa Highway 1 and US Highway 6. Parking and access is convenient for both locations, including an attached parking ramp at The Chauncey. Ramp parking near the Ped Mall location is free for the first hour. Metered and ramp parking at the Chauncey is free after 6:00pm and all day on Sundays.
THE PED MALL
THE CHAUNCEY
118 E. COLLEGE ST. #101
404 E COLLEGE ST. #100
Our original downtown cinema opened in 2013 as a single-screen venue. Now boasting two screens (52-seat and 20-seat) in a beautifully restored historic venue, FilmScene on the Ped Mall is an intimate viewing experience with first-rate digital picture and sound.
Our state-of-the-art three-screen facility (117-seat, 65-seat and 30-seat) opened in the fall of 2019. Boasting the Midwest’s best digital picture and sound, 35mm and 16mm capabilities and a selection of comfortable seating for every taste, FilmScene at the Chauncey is a landmark destination for Iowa cinephiles.
TICKETING
ACCESSIBILITY
The FilmScene box office opens one hour before the first show of the day. FilmScene at The Chauncey and FilmScene on the Ped Mall are reserved seating for all shows. All ticket sales are final, no refunds or exchanges.
All of our theaters offer wheelchair seating and companion seating, accessible restrooms, concession stands and lobby areas. FilmScene at The Chauncey offers a drop-off zone on College St. and a covered walkway from the third floor of the parking ramp.
PRICES
We offer weekly open captions screenings of select new releases, and FilmScene at The Chauncey offers assistive listening headsets and closed-caption devices for all digital movies with closed captioning available upon request at the box office.
Members: $7.00
See all the benefits of membership at icfilmscene.org
Evening: $12.00 Matinee: $10.50 Senior (60+):
$9.50
Youth (12 & under):
$9.50
UI Students:
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PARTNERSHIPS AND RENTALS FilmScene regularly works with community groups and individuals to curate partnership screenings, and welcomes suggestions at icfilmscene.org/partner. Our spaces are also available for conferences, private screenings and gatherings. For more information visit icfilmscene.org/rentals.
MISSION STAFF AND BOARD
FilmScene is a member-supported nonprofit cinema whose mission is to challenge, inspire, educate, and entertain our diverse communities through the shared discovery of film. FilmScene operates in partnership with the Bijou Film Board, a University of Iowa student organization, to provide full-time, community-supported cinema in downtown Iowa City showcasing the best in American independent and international filmmaking.
FilmScene’s primary program areas include: the exhibition of first run films and repertory selections, film education and media literacy, support for regional filmmakers, and community building through partnerships and dialogues.
FILMSCENE STAFF
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Graham Bly, Box Office Manager Ben Delgado, Programming Director Aaron Holmgren, Theater Manager Angie Mabeus, Events Coordinator Ross Meyer, Projection and Facilities Director Stacia Stonerook, Marketing Manager Emily Salmonson, Operations Director Andrew Sherburne, Executive Director
Nick Westergaard, Chair Anna Stone, Vice Chair Jake Nelson, Secretary John Quinto, Treasurer Will Downing, Past Chair
THEATER STAFF: Talia Halleck, Shift Supervisor Cooper Harrison, Shift Supervisor Molly Gehlsen, Shift Supervisor Maddie Todd, Shift Supervisor Bob Pentuic, Shift Supervisor Lucas Anschel, Rob Ascher Madi Beauchamp, Noah Jedlicka Colin Mattox, Manisha Modukuri Shane O’Shaughnessy, Jack Roche, Olivia Seubert, Ashlyn Watson
PROJECTIONISTS: Lee Sailor, Senior Projectionist Calvin Leslie, Alysun Shamburg, Harry Westergaard
Nancy Bird, Danica Bird, Corey Creekmur, T.J. Dedeaux-Norris, Monique Galpin, David Gould, Tommy Haines, Hans House, Uri Lessing, Monica Moen, Royceann Porter, Sarah Russett, Steven Ungar, Harry Westergaard, Lynn Weinstein
BIJOU FILM BOARD Harry Westergaard, Executive Director Matthew Huh, Programming Director Olivia Fink, Finance Director Orson Codd, Marketing Director
HORIZONS Alex Escalada, Chair, Lauren Egan, William Etienne, Kathleen Kenney, Sheila Pang, Alex Martinez
FILM FORUM Gigi Bell, Chair, Constanza Espada, Calvin Leslie, Daniel McGregor-Huyer, Jamin Shepherd
AFTER HOURS Aly Shamburg, Chair, Kobie Long
OPEN SCREEN
CONTACT US
James Altschul, Chair, Jalen Carter, Trevon Coleman
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THE ROAD TO WELLVILLE
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THIS MUCH I KNOW TO BE TRUE
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LIVE PERFORMANCE FROM LUTHER BANGERT
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DISTILLATIONS
14, 15 & 19
LILO & STITCH
LIVE SCORE EVENT
15
BRINTON SURPRISE
PRIDE AT FILMSCENE
19
TEMBLORES
SCIENCE ON SCREEN
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DOUBLE INDEMNITY
COMMUNITY COLLABORATIONS
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THE PICTURE SHOW
ON THE DIVIDE
FILMSCENE IN THE PARK & SCIENCE ON SCREEN
STAR WARS
JUNE ROOFTOP
5
BLAZING SADDLES
7
SIGN O’ THE TIMES
11, 12 & 16 11 16
4K RESTORATION
THE PICTURE SHOW
ENCANTO
FILMSCENE IN THE PARK
FIRST COW
PRIDE AT FILMSCENE
PARIS IS BURNING
COMMUNITY COLLABORATIONS
17 JUSTUS 22 REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES 29 THE FIRST STEP
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