Directed by Mike Flanagan
R; 111 minutes
“There aren’t always answers, but that only makes Flanagan’s film that much more of a crushing confrontation with oblivion. We can feel the weight of the world crashing down on us, but The Life of Chuck threads this all through the beauty of existence. —Chase Hutchinson, TheWrap
Directed by Richard Gray
NR; 95 minutes
“Director Richard Gray brings a fresh take on the Western genre with The Unholy Trinity. While staying true to the hallmarks of classic Westerns—gunfights, moral ambiguity, and the harsh landscapes of the American frontier—the film delves deeper into the psychological aspects of its characters.” —Indie Wrap Magazine
Directed by Daniel Robbins
NR; 84 minutes
“An entertaining, fast-paced comedy about a Sabbath dinner gone terribly awry." —Alissa Simon, Variety
When David (Jon Bass) and his fiancée Meg (Meghan Leathers) gather for his family's traditional Shabbat dinner on New York's Upper West Side, things spiral faster than you can say hamotzi. When an accidental death—or murder? —derails the evening with Meg’s devoutly Catholic parents due any moment to meet David’s very Jewish family, Shabbat becomes a comedy of biblical proportions.
Directed by Judith Helfand, 2018
NR, 82 minutes
Directed by Alex Ross Perry
Documentary; 128 minutes
“Though Pavement is the star and the performers in its orbit are all in supporting roles, Pavements is distinguished by cinematic artistry that’s as distinctive as it is personal.” —Richard Brody, The New Yorker
An ideal evening for music-lovers and gastronomes alike, this exclusive wine dinner in partnership with The Cliburn pairs the elegance of Billecart-Salmon Champagne with a curated menu by Café Modern Executive Chef Jett Mora. Savor an unforgettable evening of fine food, exquisite wine, and world-class music featuring a special performance by pianist and Cliburn Laureate Fei-Fei.
Pianist Maggie Hinchliffe and soprano Rose Kearin present a recital of classical music about trees. Beginning with historical repertoire by composers such as Schubert and Debussy and concluding with the premiere of three new works by Texas-based poets and composers, this program asks the listener to reflect on their relationship to nature through the lens of music and poetry. How are trees represented in classical music? How do we express appreciation for nature in Texas?
This Father’s Day, treat Dad to something truly special at Café Modern! Enjoy a delicious family brunch featuring exclusive Father’s Day specials crafted just for the occasion.
Directed by Mike Nichols, 1966
NR; 129 minutes
“One of the most scathingly honest American films ever made.” —Stanley Kauffmann, New York Times
Edward Albee's scathing study of a turbulent marriage has as its ground zero the New England home of a middle-aged college professor and his wife (Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor), who serve much more than a nightcap to the young faculty couple (George Segal and Sandy Dennis) they host. Directed by Mike Nichols, the film earned five Academy Awards, including Best Actress (Taylor) and Best Supporting Actress (Dennis).
Directed by Stanley Kramer, 1967
NR; 108 minutes
“An innately compelling experience.” —Kevin Maher, The Times (UK)
