Twinless
Directed by James Sweeney
NR; 100 minutes
“[James] Sweeney’s unpredictable movie twists and writhes, while never losing sight of its layered characters’ heartfelt longing.” —Johnny Oleksinski, New York Post
Love, Brooklyn
Directed by Rachael Holder
NR; 97 minutes
“A low-key romantic odyssey that simmers with intimate heat while acting as a loving character study of the beloved, always evolving neighborhood.” —Murtada Elfadl, Variety
A writer (André Holland) navigates complicated relationships with his ex, an art gallery owner (Nicole Beharie), and his current lover, a newly single mother (DeWanda Wise), with the support of his best friend (Roy Wood Jr.). A modern romance set against Brooklyn’s rapidly changing landscape, the film premiered at this year’s Sundance Film Festival.
David-Jeremiah presents “Artist Talk"
The Exhibition Lecture Series is a dynamic new program featuring curators and artists from the Modern’s special exhibitions and permanent collection. This series provides a rare opportunity to explore the creative processes, curatorial strategies, and artistic visions that shape modern and contemporary art. The Exhibition Lecture Series is a free program open to the public.
BIG ABSTRACTION Adult Studio
BIG ABSTRACTION Adult Studio
Artist Instructor Matthew Bourbon
September 9, 16, and 23 from 6-9 pm
Registration fee is $120 for non-members, and $90 for members
Capacity for this program is 20 participants
Tickets for non-members are available here.
The Man from U.N.C.L.E.
Directed by Guy Ritchie, 2015
PG-13; 116 minutes
“As stylish as it is witty, Guy Ritchie's retro spy movie, The Man from U.N.C.L.E., is a lovable lark and full of mischief.” –Bruce Kirkland, Toronto Sun
Rocco and His Brothers
Directed by Luchino Visconti, 1960
NR; Italian with English subtitles; 160 minutes
“A richly textured drama, resoundingly alive with characters.” –Desson Thomson, Washington Post
I Am Love
Directed by Luca Guadagnino, 2009
R; Italian with English subtitles; 120 minutes
“The grand architecture of Milan and the icy rhythms of composer John Adams set the tone for this elegant Italian drama about the suffocating power of family, wealth, and tradition.” —J.R. Jones, Chicago Reader
8½
Directed by Federico Fellini, 1963
NR; Italian with English subtitles; 138 minutes
“8½ is the best film ever made about filmmaking.” —Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
Mr. and Mrs. Smith
Directed by Alfred Hitchcock, 1941
NR; 95 minutes
“Carole Lombard and Robert Montgomery are teamed successfully here in a light and gay marital farce.” —Variety, 1940
Psycho
Directed by Alfred Hitchcock, 1960
R; 108 minutes
“Psycho comes nearer to attaining an exhilarating balance between content and style than anything Hitchcock has done in years. Of course, it is a very minor work. But its virtues of tension, surprise, virtuosity, and control are all major ones.” —Peter John Dyer, Sight & Sound, 1960