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Opening FRIDAY
May 23rd
RAN – 40th Anniversary 4K Re-Master!!
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Celebrate the 40th anniversary re-release of Akira Kurosawa’s final epic masterpiece RAN (1985), starring Tatsuya Nakadai!
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With Ran, legendary director Akira Kurosawa reimagines Shakespeare’s King Lear as a singular historical epic set in sixteenth-century Japan. Majestic in scope, the film is Kurosawa’s late-life masterpiece, a profound examination of the folly of war and the crumbling of one family under the weight of betrayal, greed, and the insatiable thirst for power.
History/Drama | R | 2h 40m
Reviews:
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/ran
Telling the true story of the wonderfully full life of Catherine Coulson, known to audiences around the world as The Log Lady from Twin Peaks. It also reflects on her death, which epitomized her extraordinary life-characterized by deep friendship, a passion for art and artists, motherhood, spirituality, and a commitment to both the joy and pain of being present in the here and now-right up until her last breath.
Documentary | NR | 1h 55m
Reviews:
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/i_know_catherine_the_log_lady
As an imminent construction project looms over their beloved small-town baseball field, a pair of New England Sunday league teams face off for the last time over the course of a day. Tensions flare up and ceremonial laughs are shared as an era of camaraderie and escapism fades into an uncertain future.
Drama/Sports/Comedy | R | 1h 38m
Reviews:
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/eephus
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VOLCANO: A SCIENCE COMEDY SHOW
​An hour of volcano jokes from NYC based scientist
turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller!​
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TUESDAY, May 27th, 8 - 9:30pm
Doors at 7:30pm
(This show is recommended for ages 18+. Student discount available upon request.)
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What happens when a comedian walks into a volcano?
In 2023, Ben Miller was the artist in residence at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, the first ever stand-up comedian ever selected. This was probably a terrible idea on their part.
Come watch this show where scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller explores volcanology, entomology, Hawaiian history, cats, cookies, and more. And yes that photo is real. Ben has made people laugh in front of a burning lava lake and he is not afraid of you.
Ben Miller is an NYC based scientist turned comedian who has been working for the past 8 years. In that time, he has performed at all the top clubs in the city such as Broadway Comedy Club, Carolines, and The Stand. Ben was once ranked as the top roast battler in NYC. He has a degree in Materials Science and Engineering, worked on a science bus, 3D printed cookies and has defused a few bar fights while on stage. In 2022, Ben Miller's debut hour, Stand-Up Science, had a completely sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and he now tours internationally.​
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SPECIAL SCREENING EVENT​​​​​​
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Coming back to Magic Lantern Theatre!
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THE COLUMBIA RIVER CANOE PROJECT
A 1,300 Mile Expedition Documenting the Watershed's Past, Present & Future​​​
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THURSDAY, May 29th, 7pm
Documentary | 1h 2m
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THE COLUMBIA RIVER CANOE PROJECT follows cousins Robert Lester and Braxton Mitchell as they attempt a 1,300-mile canoe expedition from the Continental Divide near Butte, Montana, all the way to the Pacific Ocean. Braxton, only 18, has never been in a canoe before volunteering for this adventure of a lifetime. Though just a few years older, Robert leads the expedition, trying to overcome the unforeseen challenges of such an ambitious journey. As the pair navigate the river, enduring the hardships of battling dams, rapids, and wind, Braxton grows up, learning about life and discovering his true capabilities. While following their downstream journey, the film highlights the ecological issues facing the Columbia River Watershed and promotes the importance of environmental stewardship. The Columbia River Canoe Project takes viewers on an adventure filled with breathtaking landscapes, unpredictable challenges, and a wealth of inspiration.
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Project Goals:
Film, produce and distribute a documentary that inspires stakeholders near and far to empower measurable improvements for the Columbia River's ecosystem and its future.
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Driving Influences:
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Indigenous Peoples' practices, voices and outlook.
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The balance between natural resource extraction and ecology.
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Pros & Cons of damming on the Columbia River.
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Journey By Numbers:
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May 12, 2023 launched
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July 2, 2023 completed
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52 day expedition
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4 US states (and Canada) traversed
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1,276 miles as the river flows
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175+ miles portaged
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24 miles – longest portage in one day
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Over 19 hydro-electric dams portaged
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17' Ruby Red Oberholtzer Navarro canoe​​​
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https://mountain-king-industries.com/columbia-river-canoe-project
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In 2003, eight Rhode Islanders created a secret apartment inside the busy Providence Place Mall and kept it going for four years, filming everything along the way. Far more than just a wild prank, the secret mall apartment became an incredibly meaningful act for all the participants, at once an act of defiance against local gentrification, a boundary-pushing work of public/private art, and a 750 square foot space that sticks it to the man.
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** Pre-Show video included so come early!! **
Documentary | NR | 1h 31m
Reviews:
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/secret_mall_apartment
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Dates subject to change.
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Opens 5/30
Suburban dad Craig (Tim Robinson) falls hard for his charismatic new neighbor (Paul Rudd), as Craig's attempts to make an adult male friend threaten to ruin both of their lives.
Comedy | R | 1h 40m
Reviews:
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/friendship_2024
Tim Travers (Samuel Dunning) seeks to solve the time travelers paradox. The classic thought experiment of what would happen if you killed your past self. Would it--for example--literally destroy the universe? Tim Travers, self-hating mad genius, is going to find out! Along the way, he'll piss off an international crime syndicate led by Royce (Danny Trejo), engage in a battle of wills with conspiracy theorist radio host James Bunratty (Joel McHale) and even attempt to squeeze in a date in with the dangerously unstable Delilah (Felicia Day). Tim will have to learn how to literally coexist with the worst parts of himself, before his own demons destroy him and the universe with it.
Sci-Fi/Comedy/Fantasy | R | 1h 40m
Reviews:
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/tim_travers_and_the_time_travelers_paradox
Opens 6/13
A life-affirming, genre-bending story based on Stephen King's novella about three chapters in the life of an ordinary man named Charles Krantz (Jacob Tremblay & Tom Hiddleston). Also featuriing Chiwetel Ejiofor, Karen Gillan, and Mark Hamill.
Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Drama | R | 1h 50m
Reviews:
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_life_of_chuck
A young, ambitious New York City matchmaker (Dakota Johnson) finds herself torn between the perfect match (Pedro Pascal) and her imperfect ex (Chris Evans).
Romance/Comedy | R | 1h 49m
Reviews:
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/materialists
Opens 6/27
In the heart of the Brazilian Amazon, thousands of people are unlawfully encroaching upon protected lands, devastating centuries-old trees for export and exploiting rare resources. It's a critical issue that impacts us all. Enter Indigenous Brazilian forest guardian Marçal Guajajara and impassioned activist Puyr Tembé. They stand as unwavering sentinels, fighting tirelessly to shield their home from the relentless march of deforestation. Alongside them, we encounter an illegal logger, trapped in a desperate struggle to make ends meet, who sees no alternative means of survival, and a determined landowner, committed to preserving the rich ecosystem within his property, relentlessly seeking answers from local authorities, yet met with silence. Through this tapestry of perspectives, we see the economic connections to markets that link goods derived in the Amazon region to consumers around the world.
This is the powerful narrative at the heart of WE ARE GUARDIANS (Somos Guardiões) — a story of hope and resilience amidst an unfolding crisis. Directed by Indigenous activist Edivan Guajajara, and environmental filmmakers Chelsea Greene, and Rob Grobman, and produced by Academy Award winner Fisher Stevens with Leonardo DiCaprio serving as Executive Producer, the film isIt's an exploration of the human spirit and our collective responsibility to protect the fragile balance of our world. Ultimately illuminates the path forward, where hope and unity can guide us toward a brighter future for the Amazon and our planet.
Documentary | NR | 1h 22m
(In Portuguese, English Subtitles)
Reviews:
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/we_are_guardians
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