Film Events

Katherine Dunham: Film Screening and Discussion

Friday, February 12, 2016 - 4:30pm to 6:00pm

Black History Month

Please join Africana Studies Professor Aimee Glocke for a celebration of the works of Katherine Dunahm. Dunham was a dancer, choreographer and anthropologist noted for her innovative interpretations of ritualistic and ethnic dances. Read more

Morgenthau

Sunday, January 10, 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

The dramatic story of a political dynasty whose ethical ideals and public service influenced world and domestic affairs for decades: Henry Morgenthau, Sr., Ambassador to Turkey during the years of the Armenian Genocide, to FDR Cabinet member Henry Morgenthau, Jr., and, finally, Robert M. Morgenthau, U.S. and District Attorney in New York from 1962-2009. Photos, video footage, and interviews with noted public figures make this film a vivid and insightful journey through 20^th century history. Read more

Movie on the Lawn: Silver Linings Playbook

Tuesday, November 3, 2015 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

We invite you to join us at a special screening of "Silver Linings Playbook" presented by Beat the BLUES Week 2015. Read more

Film Screening: The Head of Joaquin Murrieta

Monday, November 2, 2015 - 7:30pm to 9:45pm

Film Screening followed by Q&A with panel discussion to follow. Read more

"Scott Pilgrim vs the World" launches Comics on Screen film series

Monday, September 28, 2015 - 7:30pm

Edgar Wright’s cult favorite, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010), was adapted from Bryan Lee O’Malley’s popular graphic novel series (2004-2010). The film, scripted by Wright and Michael Bacall, stars Michael Cera and Mary Elizabeth Winstead. Film, anime, videogame, and comics influences collide in this comedic martial arts, rock ‘n’ roll fantasy. Read more