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Martha's Vineyard Film Society Happenings Newsletter - November 15, 2022
Arts and Entertainment
November 15, 2022
From: Martha's Vineyard Film SocietyCelebrating 20+ years as the Vineyard's Premiere Non-Profit Member-Supported Film Organization
Frost on the pumpkin, smoky hearths warming hearts, and autumn announces itself this week.
There is an abundance of terrific arthouse films in play this week at the MV Film Center. One gathering lots of Oscar buzz is a new film by writer-producer-director Todd Field. Led by the soaring melody of Cate Blanchett's note-perfect performance, TÁR riffs brilliantly on the discordant side of fame-fueled power inside the classical music realm.
NEW RELEASES THIS WEEK...
We meet Lydia Tár (Cate Blanchett) at the height of her career, as she's preparing both a book launch and much-anticipated live performance of Mahler's Fifth Symphony. Over the ensuing weeks her life begins to unravel in a singularly modern way. The result is a searing examination of power, and its impact and durability in today's society.
CONTINUING THIS WEEK...
GOOD NIGHT OPPY tells the inspirational true story of “Opportunity", a rover that was sent to Mars for a 90-day mission but ended up surviving for 15 years. The film follows Opportunity's groundbreaking journey on Mars and the remarkable bond forged between a robot and her humans millions of miles away. Great for all ages who love exploring the cosmos.
THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN — Set on a remote island off the west coast of Ireland, THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN follows lifelong friends Pádraic (Colin Farrell) and Colm (Brendan Gleeson), who find themselves at an impasse when Colm unexpectedly puts an end to their friendship. A stunned Pádraic, aided by his sister Siobhán and troubled young islander Dominic, endeavors to repair the relationship, refusing to take no for an answer. But Pádraic's repeated efforts only strengthen his former friend’s resolve and when Colm delivers a desperate ultimatum, events swiftly escalate, with shocking consequences.
THE TRIANGLE OF SADNESS —In Ruben Östlund’s (THE SQUARE) wickedly funny 2022 Cannes Film Festival "Palme d’Or" winner, social hierarchy is turned upside down, revealing the tawdry relationship between power and beauty. Celebrity model couple, Carl (Harris Dickinson) and Yaya (Charlbi Dean), are invited on a luxury cruise for the uber-rich, helmed by an unhinged boat captain (Woody Harrelson). What first appeared instagrammable ends catastrophically, leaving the survivors stranded on a desert island and fighting for survival.
COMING ATTRACTIONS...
National Theater Live: JACK ABSOLUTE FLIES AGAIN
Nov 27th @ 1:00 pm
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We miss you, and we all look forward to welcoming you again to the Film Center for a movie or event in the coming weeks, months!
Richard Paradise, Founder/ Executive Director
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We’re Hiring
Theatre Operations Coordinator
Theatre Coordinator is responsible for the daily/year-round operation of the film center/cinema and coordination of part-time and volunteer staff (when needed in summer) to operate the center efficiently (show management, concessions, maintenance, etc). The Theatre Operations Coordinator must ensure the successful execution of all film and non-film events on time collaborating with several colleagues. Work schedule is afternoon-nights, weekends, and some holidays: typical off-season schedule (September to June) is daily Wednesday, to Sunday 3-10 pm with occasional 1 pm matinees on weekend. In summer it’s 6-10 pm, 5-6 nights a week (we're open every night). Some deviations to this schedule occurs during the year.
A job description will be sent to interested candidates by email upon request.
Looking to hire immediately. Full-Time, Year-round.
Send resume, cover letter, to [email protected]
Upcoming Events
GOOD NIGHT OPPY
Nov 16th @ 4:00 pm
Nov 18th @ 4:00 pm
Nov 19th @ 1:00 pm
Nov 25th @ 1:00 pm
The film follows Opportunity, the Mars Exploration Rover affectionately dubbed Oppy by her creators and scientists at NASA. Oppy was originally expected to live for only 90 days, but she ultimately explored Mars for nearly 15 years. A remarkable bond forged between a robot and her humans millions of miles away.
THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN
Nov 16th @ 7:30 pm
N0v 17th @ 4:00 pm
Nov 19th @ 7:30 pm
Nov 20th @ 1:00 pm
Nov 25th @ 7:30 pm
Set on a remote island off the west coast of Ireland, THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN follows lifelong friends Pádraic (Colin Farrell) and Colm (Brendan Gleeson), who find themselves at an impasse when Colm unexpectedly puts an end to their friendship. A stunned Pádraic, aided by his sister Siobhán and troubled young islander Dominic, endeavors to repair the relationship, refusing to take no for an answer. But Pádraic’s repeated efforts only strengthen his former friend’s resolve and when Colm delivers a desperate ultimatum, events swiftly escalate, with shocking consequences.
Written and Directed by Martin Faranan McDonagh, a British-Irish playwright, screenwriter, producer, and director. Born and brought up in London, he is the son of Irish parents. He is known as one of the most acclaimed modern playwrights whose work has spanned over two decades.
TRIANGLE OF SADNESS
Nov 17th @ 7:30 pm
Nov 20th @ 4:00 pm
Nov 25th @ 7:30 pm
In Ruben Östlund’s wickedly funny Palme d’Or winner, social hierarchy is turned upside down, revealing the tawdry relationship between power and beauty. Celebrity model couple, Carl (Harris Dickinson) and Yaya (Charlbi Dean), are invited on a luxury cruise for the uber-rich, helmed by an unhinged boat captain (Woody Harrelson). What first appeared instagrammable ends catastrophically, leaving the survivors stranded on a desert island and fighting for survival.
TAR
Nov 18th @ 7:30 pm
Nov 19th @ 4:00 pm
Nov 20th @ 7:30 pm
From writer-producer-director Todd Field comes TÁR, starring Cate Blanchett as Lydia Tár, the groundbreaking conductor of a major German Orchestra. We meet Tár at the height of her career, as she’s preparing both a book launch and much-anticipated live performance of Mahler’s Fifth Symphony. Over the ensuing weeks her life begins to unravel in a singularly modern way. The result is a searing examination of power, and its impact and durability in today’s society.
NT LIVE: JACK ABSOLUTE FLIES AGAIN
Nov 27th @ 1:00 pm
A rollicking new comedy by Richard Bean (One Man, Two Guvnors) and Oliver Chris (Twelfth Night).
After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish. Back on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own, very particular, terms.
Emily Burns directs this spectacularly entertaining new version of Sheridan’s The Rivals. Featuring a cast including Caroline Quentin, Laurie Davidson, Natalie Simpson, and Kelvin Fletcher.
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