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Martha's Vineyard Film Society Newsletter - July 19, 2022
Arts and Entertainment
July 20, 2022
From: Martha's Vineyard Film Society
This week we present one of the hottest films of 2022 so far, Sundance Audience Award winner FIRE OF LOVE. Sometimes curiosity and passion are stronger than fear... scroll down for the Kraffts' true story. Also some pretty heated live theater from London.
National Theater Live: PRIMA FACIE — Jodie Comer (Killing Eve) makes her West End debut in the UK premiere of Suzie Miller’s award-winning play. Justin Martin directs this solo piece, captured live from the intimate Harold Pinter Theatre in London’s West End. Tessa is a young, brilliant barrister. She has worked her way up from working class origins to be at the top of her game; defending; cross examining and winning. An unexpected event forces her to confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof and morals diverge.
FIRE OF LOVE tells the story of two French lovers, Katia and Maurice Krafft, who died in a volcanic explosion doing the very thing that brought them together: unraveling the mysteries of our planet, while simultaneously capturing the most explosive volcano imagery ever recorded. Along the way, they changed our understanding of the natural world and saved tens of thousands of lives. Previously unseen hours of pristine 16-millimeter film and thousands of photographs reveal the birth of modern volcanology through an unlikely lens — the love of its two pioneers.
FEATHERSTONE OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES:
REAR WINDOW (1954)
A newspaper photographer (Jimmy Stewart) with a broken leg passes time recuperating by observing his neighbors through his window. He sees what he believes to be a murder, and decides to solve the crime himself. With the help of his nurse (Thelma Ritter) and girlfriend (Grace Kelly), he tries to catch the murderer without being killed himself.
“This is Alfred Hitchcock at his best — a hugely entertaining, romantic and witty film with just a touch of mayhem.” – Atlanta Journal-Constitution
CONTINUING TO PLAY AT THE FILM CENTER
ELVIS — The film explores the life and music of Elvis Presley (Austin Butler), seen through the prism of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker (Tom Hanks). The story delves into the complex dynamic between Presley and Parker spanning over 20 years, from Presley’s rise to fame to his unprecedented stardom, against the backdrop of the evolving cultural landscape and loss of innocence in America. Central to that journey is one of the most significant and influential people in Elvis’s life, Priscilla Presley (Olivia DeJonge).
CHA CHA REAL SMOOTH — is as charming as it gets, a delightful and bewitching story about growing up, getting out, and unscrambling the mysteries mysteries of finding your place in the world. Cooper Raiff writes, directs, and stars alongside Dakota Johnson, Brad Garrett, Leslie Mann and newcomers Vanessa Burghardt and Evan Assante in this tale of unconventional love that brims with emotional honesty. Sundance 2022 Audience Award Winner, Narrative.
In our virtual cinema, FILM CENTER AT HOME, explore newly released films from the comforts of your living room. We are partnering with Eventive to offer these films streaming to your home. Click here to see our current at home offerings, or scroll down for those titles. Your rental of these films online does help support the Martha’s Vineyard Film Society and its staff during this unprecedented time in the movie exhibition business.
Thank you for your your memberships, donations, and/or purchases of movies online. Your support has meant we've been able to keep our staff together and continue to deliver on our mission during these uncertain times.
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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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CHA CHA REAL SMOOTH
July 19th @ 7:30 pm
LAST SHOWING!
Starring Dakota Johnson and Cooper Raiff
Fresh out of college and without a clear life path going forward, 22-year-old Andrew is stuck back at home with his family in New Jersey. But if there’s one thing that belongs on his nonexistent résumé, it’s how to get a party started, which lands him the perfect job of motivational dancing at the bar and bat mitzvahs for his younger brother’s classmates. When Andrew befriends a local mom, Domino, and her daughter, Lola, he finally discovers a future he wants — even if it might not be his own. Cooper Raiff writes, directs, and stars alongside Dakota Johnson, Brad Garrett, Leslie Mann, and newcomers Vanessa Burghardt and Evan Assante in this tale of unconventional love that brims with emotional honesty.
Sundance 2022 Audience Award Winner.
ELVIS
July 20th @ 7:30 pm
July 24th @ 7:30 pm
July 26th @ 7:30 pm
A Biopic about the infamous rock n roll star Elvis Presley through the eyes of his controversial manager Colonel Tom Parker
ELVIS: explores the life and music of Elvis Presley (Austin Butler), seen through the prism of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker (Tom Hanks). The story delves into the complex dynamic between Presley and Parker spanning over 20 years, from Presley's rise to fame to his unprecedented stardom, against the backdrop of the evolving cultural landscape and loss of innocence in America. Central to that journey is one of the most significant and influential people in Elvis's life, Priscilla Presley (Olivia DeJonge).
Terrific Soundtrack at the Film Center
OUTDOOR SUMMER FILM SERIES: REAR WINDO
July 20th @ 8:45 pm
One show only!
At Featherstone Center of the Arts
A newspaper photographer (Jimmy Stewart) with a broken leg passes time recuperating by observing his neighbors through his window. He sees what he believes to be a murder, and decides to solve the crime himself. With the help of his nurse (Thelma Ritter) and girlfriend (Grace Kelly), he tries to catch the murderer without being killed himself.
NATIONAL THEATER LIVE: PRIMA FACIE
July 21st @ 7:30 pm
One Show Only!
Filmed live on stage in London’s West End, at the Harold Pinter Theatre
Includes sensitive subject matter including references to sex, violence, and rape!
Jodie Comer (Killing Eve) makes her West End debut in the UK premiere of Suzie Miller’s award-winning play. Justin Martin directs this solo piece, captured live from the intimate Harold Pinter Theatre in London’s West End and released to cinemas around the world on Thursday 21 July 2022.
Tessa is a young, brilliant barrister. She has worked her way up from working-class origins to be at the top of her game; defending; cross-examining and winning. An unexpected event forces her to confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof, and morals diverge. PRIMA FACIE takes us to the heart of where emotion and experience collide with the rules of the game.
FIRE OF LOVE
July 22nd @ 7:30 pm
July 23rd @ 7:30 pm
July 25th @ 7:30 pm
July 27th @ 7:30 pm
July 28th @ 7:30 pm
Curiosity is stronger than fear
FIRE OF LOVE tells the story of two French lovers, Katia and Maurice Krafft, who died in a volcanic explosion doing the very thing that brought them together: unraveling the mysteries of our planet, while simultaneously capturing the most explosive volcano imagery ever recorded. Along the way, they changed our understanding of the natural world and saved tens of thousands of lives. Previously unseen hours of pristine 16-millimeter film and thousands of photographs reveal the birth of modern volcanology through an unlikely lens — the love of its two pioneers.
“The film oscillates between the playfully on the nose and the existentially profound with the confidence of a volcano chaser surfing on a river of lava.”
-SLANT MAGAZINE
OUTDOOR SUMMER FILM SERIES: THE HEARTBREAK KID
July 27th @ 8:30 pm
One Show Only!
At Featherstone Center of the Arts
Soon after Lenny (Charles Grodin) marries Lila (Jeannie Berlin), the needy and unrefined side of her personality begins to emerge, and he becomes increasingly uncertain about his decision to marry her. During their honeymoon in Miami, Lenny meets beautiful and sophisticated Kelly (Cybill Shepherd). Every chance he gets, Lenny sneaks away from Lila to be with Kelly, and the more he gets to know her, the more he falls in love. Problems arise when the two women learn about each other.
Elaine May directs a Neil Simon screenplay
THE WAR GAME with Guest Speaker DR. IRA HELFAND
July 29th @ 7:30 pm
Introduced by Brennan Tierney
A docudrama depicting a hypothetical nuclear attack on Britain.
In this British documentary, a hypothetical Chinese invasion of South Vietnam triggers a new world war between East and West. In the town of Rochester, Kent, the anticipation of a nuclear attack leads to mass evacuations. When a stray missile actually explodes, the ensuing firestorm blinds all those who see it. It’s not long before the fabric of society is ripped apart owing to radiation poisoning, a lack of infrastructure and rioting for food and other necessities.
See web site for more details on our speakers
MASKS ARE OPTIONAL
Update March 2nd
MASKS ARE NOW OPTIONAL FOR ALL INDIVIDUALS INSIDE, WHETHER VACCINATED OR NOT AT THE MV FILM CEMTER
Public health authorities on Martha’s Vineyard have updated their guidance on March 2nd to advise that you do not need to wear a mask upon entering and exiting the film center lobby and while in the theater during the performance.
We are mask friendly, and encourage the continued use of masks throughout the performance.
These recommendations were made to protect those who are at increased risk of getting very sick with COVID-19. If you have questions about what your risk is, ask your primary care provider.
WELCOME BACK TO THE MOVIES!
No more social distancing of seats, no more yellow t-shirts. However, continue to spread out in your seating as audiences sizes have not been at capacity.
To minimize lines and promote touch less transactions, we suggest you purchase your tickets online in advance or use a credit card at our box office. We are accepting cold or warm cash again.
Good news! Concessions have Returned to the Film Center. Cash or credit cards can be used for purchases of refreshments at our concession.
The theater is cleaned and sanitized daily, before, and after each showing. Sanitizers, disinfectant wipes, masks, bathrooms for hand-washing available.
We can’t wait to see you, but. . . if you are not feeling well or you've been in contact with someone that recently tested positive for COVID-19, we trust you will stay home until you are well!
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