Directed by Lo Wei and Chia-Hsiang Wu, 1971
R; 100 minutes
Cowtown Movie Classics is celebrating The Year of the Snake at The Modern with Bruce Lee in The Big Boss (1971). Known to Western audiences as Fists of Fury, this seminal Hong Kong action film firmly established Bruce Lee as an iconic leading man and made its production company, Golden Harvest, a force to be reckoned with in the Asian film industry.
Directed by James Frawley, 1979
G; 95 minutes
In this beloved musical adventure, Kermit the Frog embarks on a cross-country trip to Hollywood. Along the way, he encounters a host of colorful characters, including Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, and Gonzo, who join him on his journey. Together, they navigate various challenges and hilarious situations, all while being pursued by a relentless frog-leg restaurant owner. The Muppet Movie is a heartwarming tale of friendship, dreams, and the magic of believing in yourself.
Directed by Anthony Pedone, 2024
NR; 95 minutes
Q&A to follow
In 2003, a low-level cannabis case would end Weldon Angelos's promising career in the music industry. But it would also give birth to a national movement to reform the US criminal justice system, uniting far-right conservatives like billionaire Charles Koch and Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) with liberals such as Senator Corey Booker (D-NJ), journalist Van Jones, and musicians Alicia Keys and Snoop Dogg.
Join us for an elevated dinner experience featuring One & Only wines by Neal Family Vineyards and a multi-course menu prepared by Executive Chef Jett Mora. Inspired by his parents' love story, Vintner and Founder Mark J. Neal created the One & Only Collection to celebrate life's special moments. Reservations are required for this wine dinner at Café Modern.
Treat your special someone to an unforgettable Valentine’s Day at Café Modern. Join us for a romantic meal from our all-day dinner menu with some favorites including Osso Bucco, Pan-seared Scallops, and Chicken Roulade. To elevate the experience, enjoy a glass of Neal Family Vineyards' One & Only Pinot Noir. Perfectly paired with our menu, this rich, elegant wine is available by the glass ($28) or by the bottle ($126).
Directed by John Landis, 1983
R; 116 minutes
Q&A discussion to follow with Dev'n Goodman and Dr. Marcellis Perkins
Tickets are pay-what-you-can, with a recommended $5 donation to the Reel House Foundation.
Directed by Ian Cheney & Sharon Shattuck, 2020
PG-13, 97 minutes
Chamber Music Society of Fort Worth presents Franco-Belgian Connection as part of its 2024–2025 season Journey Through Textural Colors.
Pre-Concert Lecture at 1:15 pm
Performance at 2 pm
It's the 20th anniversary release of ShortsTV proudly bringing the Oscar® Nominated Short Films to audiences across the globe. In partnership with Magnolia Pictures, two categories are offered at the Modern: Animated and Live-Action. This is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences around the country and the world, don’t miss this year’s selection of shorts. The Academy Awards take place Sunday, March 2.
Directed by Greg Kwedar, 2024
R; 105 minutes
“Sing Sing manages to tell its own story efficiently but it knows the value of the rhythmic change-up. In the key role Colman Domingo’s restraint here never for a second feels like passivity.” —Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune
