Directed by Tomm Moore, 2014
PG; 94 minutes
The animated film Song of the Sea tells the story of the last seal-child, Saoirse, and her brother Ben, who go on an epic journey to save the world of magic and discover the secrets of their past. Pursued by the owl-witch Macha and a host of ancient and mythical creatures, the siblings race against time to awaken Saoirse’s powers and keep the spirit world from disappearing forever.
Directed by Jim Henson, 1986
PG; 101 minutes
Frustrated with babysitting on yet another weekend night, Sarah (Jennifer Connelly), a teenager with an active imagination, summons the Goblins to take her baby stepbrother away. When little Toby actually disappears, Sarah must follow him into a fantastical world to rescue him from the Goblin King (David Bowie).
Directed by Brian Henson, 1992
G; 86 minutes
The Muppets perform the classic Dickens holiday tale, with Kermit the Frog playing Bob Cratchit, the put-upon clerk of stingy Ebenezer Scrooge (Michael Caine). Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzie Bear, Sam the Eagle, and other Muppets weave in and out of the story, while Scrooge receives visits from three Christmas spirits: past, present and future, who try to show Scrooge the error of his self-serving ways.
Directed by Wolfgang Petersen, 1984
PG; 94 minutes
An unhappy young boy discovers a book about the mystical land of Fantasia. Though warned that the book can be dangerous, he becomes engrossed in the story and finds himself in Fantasia, which is in desperate need of a hero to save them from the evil force of Nothingness.
Directed by Jack Clayton, 1983
PG; 95 minutes
In a small American town, twelve-year-olds Will and Jim meet a salesman who offers them a lightning rod as protection from an upcoming storm. Soon after, Mr. Dark’s carnival arrives in town, with diabolical consequences. Based on a short story by Ray Bradbury, this dark fantasy film includes performances by Pam Grier, Diane Ladd, Jonathan Pryce, and Jason Robards.
Directed by Nick Castle, 1984
PG; 101 minutes
Teenager Alex Rogan (Lance Guest) conquers the Starfighter arcade game, only to discover it was a secret test. Soon, Alex finds himself on another planet, recruited by an alien defense force to join a team of the best starfighters. Replaced on earth by a look-alike android, Alex’s family and friends become confused by the fake Alex’s behavior.
Directed by Charles A. Nichols and Iwao Takamoto, 1973
G; 93 minutes
Join us for an evening of poetry presented in partnership with Recluse Books, featuring Fort Worth poet, scholar, and educator Dr. Sam Fisher Dodson. Presented in connection with Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers, the program invites audiences to experience poetry as a live, reflective, and communal art form through readings and conversation with Dr. Dodson.
This program is free, open to the public, and will be held in the Modern’s auditorium.
About Dr. Sam Fisher Dodson
Directed John M. Stahl, 1945
110 minutes
“This demented relationship drama by John M. Stahl, starring the golden era actress Gene Tierney, is the original Fatal Attraction but better, deeper, and darker.” —Kevin Maher, The Times
Directed by Richard Lester, 1973
105 minutes
“What a refreshment to come upon a film as witty and tasteful as it is eye-filling and action-crammed, gorgeously dressed and expertly presented, fit for all ages and/or generations. ”—Judith Crist, New York Magazine/Vulture
