"In terms of explosions, firepower and sheer shrill, all-action, popcorn entertainment, it is hard to see how this big'n'bold sequel can be topped this year," ~ THE MIRROR
The battle for Earth has ended but the battle for the universe has just begun. After returning to Cybertron, Starscream assumes command of the Decepticons, and has decided to return to Earth with force. The Autobots believing that peace was possible finds out that Megatron's dead body has been stolen from the US Military by Skorpinox and revives him using his own spark. Now Megatron is back seeking revenge and with Starscream and more Decepticon reinforcements on the way, the Autobots with reinforcements of their own, may have more to deal with then meets the eye.(Click here for the Trailer).
“More full of story, laughs and genuine human emotion than a dozen studio movies.” - David Carr, The New York Times
A Sundance award-winner and selection of the Cannes film festival, HUMPDAY is the story of two friends who find themselves locked in a mutual dare: to enter an amateur porn contest together. But what kind of boundary-breaking, envelope pushing porn can two straight dudes make? After the booze and "big talk" run out, only one idea remains—they will have sex together...on camera. (Click here for the trailer).
Free outdoor screening of
E.T.: THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL (PG)
One night only!
Sat (7/11):
6:30 Grounds open
8:00 Screening
Outdoor Family Movie Night brings family and friends for this complimentary one-night-only showing of E.T.. Pick up some Reese's Pieces, sit under the moonlight on the lawn of the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum and enjoy America’s favorite alien botanist on the big screen. Registration requested. Please call 718-885-1461 or email info@bpmm.org
Location: Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum
895 Shore Road, Pelham Bay Park,
The Bronx, NY 10464
Sunday Essentials presents
REAR WINDOW
Tickets only $5! Showtimes:
Sun (7/12):
11:00am Free coffee and pastries
11:30am Screening
$5 tickets on sale at
the box office only
Previous screenings include:
HIS GIRL FRIDAY (1940) - 5/3
THE APARTMENT (1960) - 6/7
"Its appeal, which goes beyond that of other, equally masterly Hitchcock works, remains undiminished." - Vincent Canby, New York Times
Sunday Essentials continues on July 12th with a 35mm screening of the 1954 classic, REAR WINDOW. In the film, James Stewart stars as a photo journalist who is holed up in his apartment with a broken leg. To pass the time, he "watches" his various neighbors from his window. When one of his neighbors (Raymond Burr) begins to act suspiciously, Stewart thinks he's hiding the fact he has murdered his wife. His accusations fall on the deaf ears of glamorous girlfriend (Grace Kelly) but when his suspicions prove accurate, the confined Stewart is an easy mark for Burr's wrath. (Click Here for Trailer).
Sunday Essentials is a series of classic films from 1930-1980 which will play on the 1st Sunday* of every month.
*Due to the 4th of July holiday, July's film will be presented the 2nd Sunday
The Reel Insider series presents:
IN THE LOOP (R) - 7/21
TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE OR
DOWNLOAD THE FORM
AND MAIL IT IN HERE.
"Scathingly funny... a smart, sophisticated comedy" - Manohla Dargis, NY Times
The US President and UK Prime Minister fancy a war. But not everyone agrees that war is a good thing. The US General Miller (James Gandolfini) doesn't think so and neither does the British Secretary of State for International Development, Simon Foster (Tom Hollander). But, after Simon accidentally backs military action on TV, he suddenly has a lot of friends in Washington, DC. If Simon can get in with the right DC people, if his entourage of one (Chris Addison) can sleep with the right intern (Anna Chlumsky), and if they can both stop the Prime Minister's chief spin-doctor Malcolm Tucker (Peter Capaldi) rigging the vote at the UN, they can halt the war. If they don't... well, they can always sack their Director of Communications Judy (Gina McKee), who they never liked anyway and who's back home dealing with voters with blocked drains and a man who's angry about a collapsing wall (Steve Coogan). (Click Here for Trailer).
The Reel Insider series allows audiences to catch the newest in independent, foreign and documentary film on Tuesday nights, 5 times a season (held over 3 months), with a discussion with an established critic and on occasion, film talent. Mingle before the screening with fellow film enthusiasts at a complimentary reception with refreshments at 7:00 PM. Screenings begin at 7:30 PM.
SUBSCRIBER BENEFITS
Admission to 5 screenings with discussions from June-August (4 currently left)
Complimentary refreshments before the screening
Advance notice for Picture House special events
Discounts to local businesses
Free raffles to enter at events
PRICES FOR THE SUMMER SEASON (June-August)
$72 per individual subscription (4 films - $18 per event)
$140 per couple subscription (4 films - $17 per event)
$20 per non-subscriber single ticket (1 film)
The Reel Insider series presents
COLD SOULS (R)
Q&A with the director!
Tues (7/28):
7:00 Free wine reception
7:30 Screening
"Flat-out funny." – Stephen Holden, The New York Times
Balancing on a tightrope between deadpan humor and pathos, and reality and fantasy, the film presents Paul Giamatti as himself, agonizing over his interpretation of “Uncle Vanya”. Paralyzed by anxiety, he stumbles upon a solution via a New Yorker article about a high-tech company promising to alleviate suffering by extracting souls. An official selection of the Sundance, Seattle and Los Angeles film festivals, the film also stars David Strathairn, Dina Korzun and Emily Watson. (Click here to watch the trailer).
Director Sophie Barthes will be present for a Q&A, hosted by a film critic.
Prior to the screening at 7pm, wine and cheese will be served.
Writing About Film Workshop
Mon-Thurs July 13th-16th and Mon-Tues 20th and 21st
Designed for children 11-14, this workshop combines the study of elements of visual literacy with viewing and writing about film. Participants will sharpen their viewing skills as they develop the language to describe and make sense of what they see on the screen. A series of writing explorations will guide participants through a detailed study of how to take notes while viewing, how to use these notes to develop a focus for writing about the film, and how to transform their notes into a polished piece. Each session combines active viewing of a variety of films with guided discussion and writing explorations.
Workshop will be held at the Pelham Jewish Center from 4:30-6:30 PM. For more information call (914) 738-3161.
Read about the Stephen Frears Q&A after the screening of CHERI on the Wall Street Journal blog. (Click here to visit).
Photos from the Q&A taken by Derek Meade
The Picture House is excited to be partnering with the Matthew S. Hisiger Film Foundation for our 2009 After School Film Making Workshop. Please click on the logo below to visit the Matthew S. Hisiger Film Foundation website.
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About THE PICTURE HOUSE
The Picture House is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to restoring and transforming the 1921 Pelham Picture House into a state-of-the-art independent film and education center. The organization has a two-part mission.
GREAT FILMS...
In the newly restored Picture House, audiences will see the best in motion pictures: narrative features, documentaries, shorts, festival films, special series, retrospectives, and classics from around the world.
... AND FILM EDUCATION
The Picture House will provide people of all ages with the opportunity to learn about the art, technology, and business of film.
Mon-Thurs July 13th-16th and Mon-Tues 20th and 21st
What do Tom Cruise, Michael Douglas and George Clooney have in common? They’ve all been present for special events at the Picture House! Have the opportunity to see Q&As with world-class actors and filmmakers, introductions by film critics, see new indie and foreign films, classic films, and enjoy receptions to mingle with fellow film enthusiasts!