Great Alternative Christmas Movies

http://www.slate.com/articles/arts/dvdextras/2007/12/now_i_havea_machine_gun_ho_ho_ho.html

Do you consider Die Hard a Christmas classic? Then this might be the perfect list of holiday movies for you!

Community Cinema - "Elf" 12/10 5:30PM

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This Tuesday, December 10th the Goodwin Library will be showing the movie Elf (PG) at 5:30 PM. Bring your family and friends and get in the holiday spirit with this festive comedy. Enjoy some popcorn, and feel free to bring your own chairs and pillows for a more comfortable experience.

Looking for a Thanksgiving Movie?

http://movies.amctv.com/movie-guide/top-ten-thanksgiving-movies/

Looking for a movie to watch this Thanksgiving? Though the holiday doesn't get as much attention as some others, there are some great Thanksgiving movies out there including this classic from John Hughes.

Filmmaker Jason Silva Is Inspiring Us To Live Life To The Fullest

http://huff.to/HRWi6p

Ten Great Shakespeare Adaptations

http://entertainment.time.com/2013/06/10/will-power-10-great-shakespeare-movies/

Earlier this week the Film Society watched Joss Whedon's excellent new adaptation of Much Ado About Nothing. If you're interested in checking out some other great (sometimes unorthodox) adaptations of the Bard's plays, check out this list from Time Magazine.

The Top 10 Comic Book-Based Performances

http://www.newsarama.com/15594-10-best-comic-book-based-movie-performances-of-all-time.html

With Thor 2 just around the corner, superhero movie fans are ready for some more comic book action! Here are some comic book movies that are remembered for the great acting performances and not just the over-the-top action.

November Film Discussion - Much Ado About Nothing - 11/12 5:30 PM

November Film Discussion

Much Ado About Nothing

After last month’s discussion of Alfred Hitchcock’s “Psycho”, we’ll be sticking with black & white for one more month. This time, it’s a new film however, Joss Whedon’s (The Avengers) new adaptation of Much Ado About Nothing.

Writer/director Joss Whedon gives William Shakespeare’s beloved battle-of-the-sexes comedy a contemporary makeover in this feature adaptation starring Amy Acker and Alexis Denisof. In the wake of an eventful trip abroad, Claudio (Fran Kranz) and Benedick (Denisof) arrive safely back in their hometown of Messina, where Claudio wastes no time declaring his love for Hero (Jillian Morgese). Alas, when clever Benedick learns that his friend has poured his heart out to the daughter of powerful governor Leonato (Clark Gregg), he chides his old friend relentlessly over the syrupy assertion while engaging Leonato’s outspoken niece Beatrice (Acker) in a series of spirited debates. Meanwhile, somewhere amidst all of the pointed insults and playful barbs, something that strangely resembles true love seems to blossom between Benedick and Beatrice.

Rated PG-13 for some sexuality and brief drug use.

Watch & Discuss

This month the film society will engage in discussions about the themes of the movie. The enjoyment of the films we watch can be enhanced by thinking more deeply about them and participating in discussions both online and at our monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to participate in these discussions with us. Please join us and engage in thoughtful discussion right here.

Questions for Discussion

1. Why do you think Joss Whedon chose to use black & white in the film despite it being a modern adaptation?

2. How does the film differ from other Shakespeare adaptations you have seen?

3. How do language, imagery, and music establish (or confuse) period and setting in the film?

Much Ado About Nothing on IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2094064/

Final 'Hunger Games: Catching Fire' Trailer Is Here

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Netflix Wants To Replace The Movie Theater

http://huff.to/17VxKA0

Five Best Indie Films To See This Month

Bless Me, Ultima

No

How To Survive a Plague

Side Effects

Smashed

Guillermo Del Toro Cabinet Of Curiosities

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Details on Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities

 Guillermo Del Toro’s Notebook Is Just As Cool As It Sounds

The Greatest Scream Queens In Horror Cinema

http://bit.ly/1bHcOUx

’12 Years a Slave’ Bears Witness to the Harrowing Reality of Slavery

http://bit.ly/1gqb01Q

15 Things You Might Not Have Known About Wes Anderson’s Films

http://bit.ly/17WgVrI

The Goodwin Library Hours are Changing in November

To provide more consistent, convenient hours for the Farmington community, the Goodwin Library will be changing its hours starting November 4th. This will allow the library to be open more hours, including some morning hours. Starting November 4th, the new library hours will be:

Monday 10-5

Tuesday 2-8

Wednesday 10-5

Thursday 2-8

Friday 10-5

Saturday 10-2

Because of the new hours, the meeting days will be changing for the Goodwin Library Programs. In October, the Film Society will meet as scheduled on Monday, October 28th to watch and discuss "Psycho". Once the new hours go into effect in November, the Film Society will move to the second Tuesday of the month at 5:30 PM. Moving half an hour earlier will give us more time to discuss the films we are watching. The November Film Society meeting will be Tuesday, November 12th at 5:30 PM.

Try Not To Cry-Short Film, CARGO, Tropfest Australia 2013 Finalist

Stranded in the midst of a zombie apocalypse, a man sets in motion an unlikely plan to protect the precious cargo he carries: his infant daughter.

Directed by Ben Howling & Yolanda Ramke
Produced by Ben Howling, Yolanda Ramke, Marcus Newman, Daniel Foeldes

WARNING: Contains PG-13ish zombie gore.

5 Cult Movies That Deserve Straight-To-Video Sequels

http://bit.ly/1bqV2Ur

Netflix Officially Sees Itself As 'A Movie And TV Series Network'

http://huff.to/16lm8FO

More Harry Potter on the Way

http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/people/2013/09/12/jk-rowling-to-write-harry-potter-inspired-

film/2803671/

Psycho - October Meeting - 10/28 6 PM

October Film Discussion

Psycho

We had an excellent discussion Monday night after Baz Luhrmann's visually stunning "The Great Gatsby". As John Cleese might say, "And now for something completely different". Next month we will be discussing Alfred Hitchcock's classic thriller "Psycho". The film was quite controversial upon release for both it's violent content and sexual themes and Hitchcock's no late admittance policy at the theater was previously unheard of. "Psycho", along with "Halloween" and "Peeping Tom" helped create the "slasher" film genre and is considered one of the greatest thrillers of all time by film critics and fans alike. It went on to earn four academy award nominations and has been the subject of countless sequels, remakes, and a current hit television show. The film also set a new level of acceptability in violent and sexual content in American films.

Rated R for violence and brief nudity. 

Watch & Discuss

This month the film society will engage in discussions about the themes of the movie. The enjoyment of the films we watch can be enhanced by thinking more deeply about them and participating in discussions both online and at our monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to participate in these discussions with us. Please join us and engage in thoughtful discussion right here.

Questions for Discussion

1. Does Hitchcock foreshadow the final reveal at all throughout the film? How does he add to the constant feeling of dread present in the film?

2. Did you find the violence surprisingly tame? Too brutal? Why do you think the film was so controversial?

3. How does Hitchcock use music, sounds, lighting, and camera angles to increase the tension and make the film feel more violent than it is?

4. What films have you seen that have paid homage to scenes in "Psycho"?

Psycho on IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0054215/

10 Essential Fashion Documentaries

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Film Society Meeting Tonight!

The Farmington Film Society will be meeting tonight at 6 PM. To prepare for our discussion of the film check out some of the topics we covered when we read the book in June at the Farmington Book Club!

http://farmingtonnhbookclub.blogspot.com/2013/06/the-great-gatsby.html

20 Of The Greatest Silent Horror Films You Can Watch Right Now

http://bit.ly/1dGjGkZ

  

  

  

 

Flavorwire’s Guide To Indie Flicks To See In September

http://bit.ly/14j4ib8

'Under The Skin' Teaser Trailer - Scarlett Johansson As An Alien

http://huff.to/1a6ienQ

Hayao Miyazaki Announces Retirement

 

http://bit.ly/1dGfvp2

John Green Posts Adorable Photo Of Shailene Woodley On Set Of 'The Fault In Our Stars'

http://huff.to/15jqiwv

September Film Society Meeting

September Film Discussion

The Great Gatsby

Thank you to everyone that came to the Film Society meeting on Monday night. The film and the discussion were fantastic. Our film next month will be Baz Luhrmann's stunning new adaptation of the Great Gatsby. The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan, and Joel Edgarton.

In this adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel, Nick Carraway (Maguire) is lured into the lavish world of his neighbor Jay Gatsby (DiCaprio). As the cracks in Gatsby's artificial world start to appear to Nick, obsession and tragedy come crashing down.

Rated PG-13 for some violent images, sexual content, smoking, partying and brief language.

Watch & Discuss

This month, the Film Society will engage in discussions about the themes of the movie. The enjoyment of the films we watch can be enhanced by thinking more deeply about them and participating in discussions both online and at our monthly meeting. Everyone is invited to participate in these discussions with us. Please join us and engage in thoughtful discussion right here.

Questions for Discussion

1. How does the film use music to set the time period and control the action on screen?

2. Why is Gatsby so obsessed with Daisy? What does she represent to him?

3. Do you find any of the characters sympathetic?

4. How do the different locations in the film interact with one another and what do they symbolize?

References

The Great Gatsby on IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1343092/

10 Greatest Baseball Films of All Time

On Monday the Film Society will be meeting to discuss "42". If you're interested in watching some of the other great baseball films that have come out of Hollywood, this list is a great start!

Best Baseball Movies Ever Made

Werner Herzog Tackles Texting and Driving in His Latest Documentary

http://www.bleedingcool.com/2013/07/29/werner-herzogs-one-second-to-the-next-targets-texting-and-driving/

How Netflix Gets Its Movie Suggestions So Right

http://huff.to/1bewTO2

"Under Our Skin" Film Screening on Wednesday August 7th, 6 PM

“UNDER OUR SKIN”…A gripping tale of microbes, medicine & money will be shown at the Goodwin Library in Farmington on Wednesday, August 7th at 6 pm.  The documentary showing is sponsored by Lyme411 a NH patient support group.

UNDER OUR SKIN exposes the hidden story of Lyme disease, one of the most serious and controversial epidemics of our time. Slate Magazine called it “Head-spinning…riveting…a rigorously researched and highly thorough piece of investigative reporting.”
Each year, thousands go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, often told that their symptoms are all in their head. Following the stories of patients and physicians fighting for their lives and livelihoods, the film brings into focus a haunting picture of the health care system and a medical establishment all too willing to put profits ahead of patients.  Please note that the movie is not suitable for children.

A question and answer session with Dr. Steve Clark, ND will follow immediately after the film.  Dr. Clark is an experienced Lyme-treating Naturopathic doctor..  Lyme411 holds monthly support group meetings in Laconia for people living with tick-borne illnesses as well as their family members and friends.  For more information about Lyme 411 visit www.LYme411.org or call 888-596-5698 (messages are usually returned within 24 hours).  For more information about the showing call Cyndi at 755-2762.

If you missed the showing last night view it now here:

Harrison Ford Talks Career and 42

http://www.pbs.org/wnet/tavissmiley/interviews/actor-harrison-ford/

Don't forget, the Film Society is meeting Monday, August 12th at 6PM!

Watch Actor Harrison Ford on PBS. See more from Tavis Smiley.

Flavorwire’s Guide to Movies You Need to Stream This Week

http://bit.ly/135OQaV

The Sports Movie Oscars

(sportshollywood.com)

http://www.usatoday.com/story/gameon/2013/02/22/sports-movie-oscars/1938227/

Remember, we're discussing the Jackie Robinson biopic 42 next month. Here are some other great sports films to help add to the discussion!

August Film Society Meeting

August Film Discussion 

42

Thanks to everyone that came this month for the Ides of March! We had a fantastic discussion comparing the political themes in the film to the political atmosphere in Lincoln's time. In August, we will discuss 42, the story of Jackie Robinson.

Hero is a word we hear often in sports, but heroism is not always about achievements on the field of play. "42" tells the story of two men - the great Jackie Robinson and legendary Brooklyn Dodgers GM Branch Rickey - whose brave stance against prejudice forever changed the world by changing the game of baseball. In 1946, Branch Rickey (Harrison Ford) put himself in the forefront of history when he signed Jackie Robinson (Chadwick Boseman) to the team, breaking Major League Baseball's infamous color line. But the deal also put Robinson and Rickey in the firing line of the public, the press and even other players. Facing unabashed racism from every side, Robinson was forced to demonstrate tremendous courage and restraint by not reacting in kind,  knowing that any incident could destroy his and Rickey's hopes. Instead, Number 42 let his talent on the field do the talking - ultimately winning over fans and his teammates, silencing his critics, and paving the way for others to follow. (c) WB

42 is rated PG-13 for thematic elements including language.


Watch & Discuss

This month, the Film Society will engage in discussions about the themes of this movie.  The enjoyment of the films we watch can be enhanced by thinking more deeply about them and participating in discussions both online and at our monthly meeting.  Everyone is invited to participate in these discussions with us. Please join us and engage in thoughtful discussion about this film right here.

Questions for Discussion
1. Sports films often use the sport as a plot device to push forward a political or social message. How does 42 use baseball to push forward a plot of far greater scope than just a sport?
2. Why does Branch Rickey sign Jackie Robinson? Does he have multiple intentions at play? Do you think he truly believes he is signing him to draw in a larger African American audience?
3. Why do film makers often use baseball as a plot device for a film that is not completely about baseball?

References

42 on IMDB:  http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0453562/

Image Credits
http://www.parentalguide.org/movieratingsguide.html

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