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The Princess Diaries
- Today, Dec 14
The Frida Cinema's seating is first-come, first-serve. For our Midnight Screenings, please plan on arriving by 11:30pm to ensure ample time for parking, picking up concessions, and securing optimal seats. Screening will begin promptly at midnight.
Director: Garry Marshall Run Time: 115 min. Release Year: 2001
Starring: Anne Hathaway, Caroline Goodall, Heather Matarazzo, Hector Elizondo, Julie Andrews
It's our last Slumber Party Parties screening of the year, so we figured we'd team up with our friends at Super Yaki to screen the 2001 Anne Hathaway classic The Princess Diaries! A socially awkward but very bright 15-year-old girl being raised by a single mom discovers that she is the princess of a small European country because of the recent death of her long-absent father, who, unknown to her, was the crown prince of Genovia. She must make a choice between continuing the life of a San Francisco teen or stepping up to the throne. Make sure to get their for the preshow at 9:30PM when doors open! And don't forget to stop by Super Yaki's booth to check out their awesome merch display!
Dumb and Dumber + Q&A w/ Peter Farrelly & Bennett Yellin
- Sun, Dec 15
The Frida Cinema's seating is first-come, first-serve. For our Midnight Screenings, please plan on arriving by 11:30pm to ensure ample time for parking, picking up concessions, and securing optimal seats. Screening will begin promptly at midnight.
Director: Peter Farrelly Run Time: 107 min. Release Year: 1994
Starring: Charles Rocket, Jeff Daniels, Jim Carrey, Lauren Holly, Teri Garr
On Sunday, December 15, join our friends at flickrhappy as we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Dumb & Dumber, featuring an in-person Q&A with director/screenwriter Peter Farrelly and screenwriter Bennett Yellin! Lloyd and Harry are two men whose stupidity is really indescribable. When Mary, a beautiful woman, loses an important suitcase with money before she leaves for Aspen, the two friends (who have found the suitcase) decide to return it to her. After some "adventures" they finally get to Aspen where, using the lost money they live it up and fight for Mary's heart. Don't miss this opportunity to watch one of the greatest comedies of all time with the creators of it in the room with you! Tickets are $17.50 and doors will open at 2:00PM before the 3:00PM movie starts! Just added: the event will be moderated by Voice of Champions, Jim Cooley!
All Through The House + short film Final Girls’ Bloodbath: Presented By Horrorbuzz
- Sun, Dec 15
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Run Time: 100 min.
This holiday season, our friends at HorrorBuzz are excited to bring us a special presentation of the terrifying...
Hardcore
- Sun, Dec 15
- Wed, Dec 18
The Frida Cinema's seating is first-come, first-serve. For our Midnight Screenings, please plan on arriving by 11:30pm to ensure ample time for parking, picking up concessions, and securing optimal seats. Screening will begin promptly at midnight.
Director: Paul Schrader Run Time: 108 min. Rating: R Release Year: 1979
Starring: Dick Sargent, George C. Scott, Leonard Gaines, Peter Boyle, Season Hubley
Walk on the wild side with Hardcore, Paul Schrader's 1979 drama that delves into the seedy world of the adult film industry. The film follows Jake Van Dorn (George C. Scott), a conservative Midwestern businessman whose world is upended when his teenage daughter, Kristen, goes missing during a church trip. After discovering that she has been drawn into the world of pornography, Jake hires a private investigator (Peter Boyle) to track her down, ultimately taking the investigation into his own hands. His relentless search leads him deep into a dark and dangerous subculture, forcing him to confront his own values and vulnerabilities.
Barry Lyndon
- Mon, Dec 16
- Tue, Dec 17
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Director: Stanley Kubrick Run Time: 185 min. Rating: R Release Year: 1975
Starring: Hardy Krüger, Marisa Berenson, Patrick Magee, Ryan O'Neal, Steven Berkoff
A Kubrick Christmas continues with Barry Lyndon, a visually stunning period drama that chronicles the rise and fall of an ambitious Irish rogue in 18th-century Europe. The film follows Redmond Barry (Ryan O’Neal), a charming but unscrupulous young man who climbs the social ladder through duels, deception, and a strategic marriage to a wealthy widow, Lady Lyndon (Marisa Berenson). As he ascends to aristocratic privilege, Barry’s greed, vanity, and lack of foresight ultimately lead to his downfall, exposing the fragile nature of wealth and power.
Instrument + Pre-Screening Virtual Q&A w/ Ian MacKaye of Fugazi
- Mon, Dec 16
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Director: Jem Cohen Run Time: 115 min.
Starring: Brendan Canty, Guy Picciotto, Ian MacKaye, Joe Lally
Join us on Monday, December 16th, at 7:30PM as Outsider Art presents a special 25th Anniversary (and only Southern California screening) of the Fugazi documentary, Instrument. At 7:30PM a virtual Q&A with Fugazi's Ian MacKaye will take place followed by a screening of the documentary film at 8:30PM. Instrument, a film by director Jem Cohen and Fugazi. A visual record of music making shot over ten years; concerts, interviews, tours, practice, portraits, landscapes, studio, super8, 16mm and video (1987-1997)
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
- Wed, Dec 18
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Director: Stanley Kubrick Run Time: 95 min. Rating: PG Release Year: 1964
Starring: George C. Scott, Keenan Wynn, Peter Sellers, Slim Pickens, Sterling Hayden
Up next in our Classic Movie Nights series is Stanley Kubrick's Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb!
2001: A Space Odyssey
- Thu, Dec 19
- Fri, Dec 20
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Director: Stanley Kubrick Run Time: 149 min. Rating: PG Release Year: 1968
Starring: Daniel Richter, Douglas Rain, Gary Lockwood, Keir Dullea, William Sylvester
A Kubrick Christmas kicks off with 2001: A Space Odyssey, the director's 1969 science fiction trip! Opening in prehistoric times, the film jumps from early man’s discovery of a strange monolith and subsequent development of weaponry to hundreds of thousands of years into the future when humanity has mastered space travel. As the rest of their crew rests in hibernation, scientists Dave and Frank lead a mission to Jupiter to retrieve a mysterious ancient artifact, accompanied by sentient computer system HAL 9000. When HAL’s intellect and ego are challenged, the journey takes an ominous turn as the craft races closer to its cryptic destination.
A Clockwork Orange
- Thu, Dec 19
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Director: Stanley Kubrick Run Time: 137 min. Rating: R Release Year: 1971
Starring: Carl Duering, Malcolm McDowell, Michael Bates, Patrick Magee, Warren Clarke
Our Kubrick Christmas and Page to Screen series crossover for A Clockwork Orange, the director's 1971 adaptation of the Anthony Burgess novel! In a near-future Britain, young Alexander DeLarge and his pals get their kicks beating and raping anyone they please. When not destroying the lives of others, Alex swoons to the music of Beethoven. The state, eager to crack down on juvenile crime, gives an incarcerated Alex the option to undergo an invasive procedure that'll rob him of all personal agency. In a time when conscience is a commodity, can Alex change his tune?
The Shining
- Fri, Dec 20
- Sat, Dec 21
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Director: Stanley Kubrick Run Time: 144 min. Rating: R Release Year: 1980
Starring: Barry Nelson, Danny Lloyd, Jack Nicholson, Scatman Crothers, Shelley Duvall
Kubrick Christmas winds down with The Shining, the disturbing 1980 adaptation of Stephen King's horror novel. The film follows Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson), an aspiring writer and recovering alcoholic, who takes a job as the winter caretaker of the remote Overlook Hotel. Along with his wife Wendy (Shelley Duvall) and young son Danny (Danny Lloyd), who possesses psychic abilities called "the shining," Jack hopes to find peace and inspiration for his writing. However, the hotel's malevolent supernatural forces and Jack’s descent into insanity turn their stay into a nightmare. As Danny's visions grow more disturbing and Jack becomes increasingly unhinged, Wendy must fight to protect herself and her son.
Meet Me in St. Louis + Christmas In Connecticut
- Sat, Dec 21
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Director: Peter Godfrey, Vincente Minnelli Run Time: 217 min. Release Year: 1944
Starring: Barbara Stanwyck, Judy Garland
It's time again for our Marketing Director Bekah to spread some holiday cheer with her annual tradition: Bekah's Cozy Christmas Classics! This year, she's curating a double dose of holiday cheer with the unforgettable pairing of Meet Me In St. Louis and Christmas In Connecticut! First up, let Judy Garland’s unforgettable performance in Meet Me In St. Louis sweep you away in this heartwarming musical transports you to the early 1900s, where the Smith family’s lives are filled with love, laughter, and a touch of nostalgia. With unforgettable songs like “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” this film is a celebration of family, home, and the magic of the holidays. And then after that, get ready for some romantic holiday fun with Barbara Stanwyck in the delightful holiday comedy Christmas In Connecticut! When a war hero is invited to spend Christmas at the home of a food writer, a series of charming misunderstandings lead to cozy chaos, romance, and a whole lot of holiday cheer. It’s the perfect mix of laughter, love, and Christmas spirit.
Black Christmas: Presented By Horrorbuzz
- Sat, Dec 21
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Director: Bob Clark Run Time: 98 min. Rating: R Release Year: 1974
Starring: Andrea Martin, Bob Clark, John Saxon, Marian Waldman, Olivia Hussey
Horror Movie Night presented by HorrorBuzz is back, and this time they’re celebrating 50 years of the Bob Clark masterpiece Black Christmas with a brand new 4K restoration! As the residents of sorority house Pi Kappa Sigma prepare for the festive season, a stranger begins a series of obscene phone calls with dubious intentions. Black Christmas stands the test of time as one of the creepiest movies ever and even went on to inspire some of your favorite Slasher films! Horror Movie Night takes it to another level with a full night of entertainment including a Christmas themed HMN Video Preshow, Trivia, Games, Prizes, and another outstanding horror short from HorrorBuzz’s The Screaming Room Film Festival at Midsummer Scream. Join HorrorBuzz for Horror Movie Night at The Frida Cinema to celebrate the 50th anniversary of a landmark of horror this holiday season! Doors open and pre-show begins promptly at 7:30 pm, so arrive early!
The World According to Garp
- Sun, Dec 22
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Director: George Roy Hill Run Time: 136 min. Rating: R Release Year: 1982
Starring: Glenn Close, Hume Cronyn, John Lithgow, Mary Beth Hurt, Robin Williams
Robin Williams is Garp. He's got a funny way of looking at life.
Django Unchained
- Sun, Dec 22
- Mon, Dec 23
- Tue, Dec 24
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Director: Quentin Tarantino Run Time: 165 min. Release Year: 2012
Starring: Christoph Waltz, Jamie Foxx, Kerry Washington, Leonardo DiCaprio, Samuel L. Jackson
End your year with a bang as we present limited engagements of Quentin Tarantino's epic southern revenge tale Django Unchained! Starring an unbelievable cast of Jamie Foxx, Christolph Waltz, and a villainous turn from Leonardo Dicaprio, the film has some of QT's best dialogue and explosive violence yet! A freed slave, Django, teams up with a German bounty hunter, Dr. King Schultz, to track down and rescue his wife from a brutal plantation owner, leading them into a dangerous confrontation that challenges the limits of justice and vengeance in the Old South. Winner of two Oscars for Best Original Screenplay and Best Supporting Actor, Django Unchained cemented itself as one of Tarantino's most impactful works and one of the best films of the 2010s.
Eyes Wide Shut
- Sun, Dec 22
- Mon, Dec 23
- Tue, Dec 24
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Director: Stanley Kubrick Run Time: 159 min. Rating: R Release Year: 1999
Starring: Marie Richardson, Nicole Kidman, Rade Šerbedžija, Sydney Pollack, Tom Cruise
Party Like It's 1999 and Kubrick Christmas closes with Eyes Wide Shut, the director's subversive, sexual holiday mystery. Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman star as William and Alice, a wealthy New York couple trying to get in the holiday spirit. After Alice admits to William that she once almost — key word being almost — cheated on him, William is suddenly inspired to partake in a nightlong sexual odyssey, finding himself in one strange entanglement after another as the possible indiscretion plays out on a loop in his head. His late night sojourn eventually brings him to a secretive occult group that may offer him more excitement than he's looking for...
Sleepaway Camp + Live Commentary w/ Felissa Rose!
- Thu, Jan 2
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Director: Robert Hiltzik Run Time: 84 min. Release Year: 1983
Starring: Christopher Collet, Felissa Rose, Jonathan Tiersten, Karen Fields, Mike Kellin
On January 2nd, The Frida Cinema and Nostalgic Nebula are teaming up to present the slasher movie classic Sleepaway Camp with star Felissa Rose in-person performing live commentary! She'll be giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the production, hilarious anecdotes, and cinema secrets. Come early or stick around after the show for an opportunity to meet Felissa, purchase autographs, personal photos, prints and other killer merch! Doors open at 7:30PM and the film is at 8:00PM! After a horrible boating accident kills her family, shy, sullen Angela moves in with her eccentric Aunt Martha and protective cousin Ricky. One summer, Martha sends the kids to Camp Arawak. Soon after their arrival, bizarre, increasingly violent accidents claim the lives of various campers. Who is the twisted individual behind these murders? The disclosure of the murderer's identity is one of the most shocking climaxes in the history of American cinema.
Nosferatu
- Thu, Jan 2
- Fri, Jan 3
- Sat, Jan 4
- Sun, Jan 5
- Mon, Jan 6
- Tue, Jan 7
- Wed, Jan 8
- Thu, Jan 9
The Frida Cinema's seating is first-come, first-serve. For our Midnight Screenings, please plan on arriving by 11:30pm to ensure ample time for parking, picking up concessions, and securing optimal seats. Screening will begin promptly at midnight.
Director: Robert Eggers Run Time: 133 min. Release Year: 2024
Starring: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Bill Skarsgård, Emma Corrin, Lily-Rose Depp, Nicholas Hoult
Robert Eggers' chilling new vision of Nosferatu is making its way to The Frida Cinema! A breathtaking reimagining of F.W. Murnau’s 1922 masterpiece, the film stars an incredible cast comprised of Bill Skarsgard, Lily-Rose Depp, Nicholas Hoult, Aaaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin, and Frida favorite Willem Dafoe. A gothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her, causing untold horror in its wake. Join us on January 2nd for the opening night party, where we will have themed drinks and photo opportunities! And as always, we encourage your best cosplay!
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls
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Director: Russ Meyer Run Time: 109 min. Rating: NC-17 Release Year: 1970
Starring: Cynthia Myers, Dolly Read, John Lazar, Marcia McBroom, Michael Blodgett
Our first January Volunteer of the Month is Gio Carrillo, who has chosen Russ Meyer's 1970 satirical musical Beyond the Valley of the Dolls as his VOTM pick! The film follows an all-female rock band, the Carrie Nations, as they relocate to Los Angeles in search of stardom. Led by the enigmatic Kelly MacNamara (Dolly Read), the band becomes entangled in a world of decadence, hedonism, and betrayal under the guidance of flamboyant music producer Z-Man (John LaZar). As the band members navigate romantic entanglements, personal insecurities, and the dark side of celebrity, their lives spiral into chaos and violence.
Happy Together
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Director: Wong Kar-Wai Run Time: 96 min. Rating: NR Release Year: 1997
Starring: Chang Chen, Gregory Dayton, Leslie Cheung Kwok-Wing, Tony Leung Chiu-Wai
Our Wong Kar-Wai Month opens with Happy Together, the director's 1997 LGBT romance! The film follows the turbulent relationship of Ho Po-wing (Leslie Cheung) and Lai Yiu-fai (Tony Leung Chiu-wai), a gay couple from Hong Kong who travel to Argentina in hopes of repairing their fractured bond. Struggling with cycles of passion, jealousy, and heartbreak, their relationship becomes a metaphor for the broader search for identity and connection. As Lai finds solace in a quiet friendship with a co-worker, Chang (Chang Chen), and Ho drifts further into self-destructive behavior, the narrative captures their struggles against the backdrop of Argentina's stunning landscapes.
Il Grido
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Director: Michelangelo Antonioni Run Time: 115 min. Rating: NR Release Year: 1957 Language: Italian
Starring: Alida Valli, Dorian Gray, Gabriella Pallotta, Jacqueline Jones, Steve Cochran
Witness a new 4k restoration of Il Grido, Michelangelo Antonioni's 1957 road drama. The film follows Aldo (Steve Cochran), a factory worker who embarks on a desolate journey after his long-term lover, Irma (Alida Valli), ends their relationship upon discovering her feelings for another man. Taking their young daughter, Rosina, with him, Aldo drifts aimlessly through the rural Po Valley, encountering various women who offer fleeting solace but fail to alleviate his profound sense of emptiness. As he struggles to reconcile his inner turmoil with the changing social landscape around him, Aldo's journey becomes a poignant meditation on love, loss, and the human condition.
Beauty Is Embarrassing + Q&A w/ Wayne White and Neil Berkeley
- Sat, Jan 4
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Director: Neil Berkeley Run Time: 88 min. Release Year: 2012
Starring: Gary Panter, Lulu White, Mimi Pond, Wayne White, Woodrow White
Join The Orange County Center For Contemporary Art as they team up with The Frida Cinema to bring you a very special screening of the 2012 documentary Beauty Is Embarrassing followed by a discussion with Wayne White and Neil Berkeley! Raised in the Tennessee mountains, Wayne White started his career as a cartoonist in NYC. He quickly found success as one of the creators of the Pee-wee's Playhouse TV show which soon led to more work designing some of the most arresting and iconic images in pop culture. Recently his word paintings featuring pithy and and often sarcastic text statements finely crafted onto vintage landscape paintings have made him a darling of the fine art world. The movie chronicles the vaulted highs and crushing lows of an artist struggling to find peace and balance between his professional work and his personal art. This is especially complicated for a man who struggles with the virtues he most often mocks in his art...vanity, ego and fame. White's multi-disciplinary career spans decades of influence in art, television, and pop culture.
Beetlejuice: Presented by See It On 16mm
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Director: Tim Burton Run Time: 92 min. Rating: PG Release Year: 1988
Starring: Alec Baldwin, Catherine O'Hara, Geena Davis, Jeffrey Jones, Winona Ryder
See It On 16mm starts the new year off with Tim Burton's original 1988 horror comedy Beetlejuice! The story follows a recently deceased couple, Adam and Barbara Maitland (Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis), who find themselves stuck haunting their beloved home when an eccentric and obnoxious family moves in. Desperate to reclaim their house, the Maitlands unwittingly summon Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton), a mischievous and unpredictable "bio-exorcist" from the netherworld, to scare away the new occupants. Chaos ensues as Beetlejuice’s antics spiral out of control, leading to an alliance with the couple’s unexpected ally, the quirky and goth-spirited Lydia Deetz (Winona Ryder).
Days of Being Wild
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Director: Wong Kar-Wai Run Time: 94 min. Rating: NR Release Year: 1990
Starring: Andy Lau Tak-Wah, Carina Lau Kar-Ling, Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau, Leslie Cheung Kwok-Wing, Maggie Cheung Man-Yuk
Wong Kar-Wai Month continues with Days of Being Wild, the director's 1990 Hong Kong drama. The film centers on the enigmatic and emotionally detached Yuddy (Leslie Cheung), a charming drifter who seduces and abandons women, leaving emotional devastation in his wake. He becomes romantically involved with the reserved Su Lizhen (Maggie Cheung) and later with the free-spirited dancer Mimi (Carina Lau), yet remains emotionally distant as he grapples with his troubled past and his search for his biological mother. Meanwhile, Lizhen finds solace in a kind-hearted policeman, Tide (Andy Lau), who harbors feelings for her. Through interwoven lives and fleeting connections, Wong crafts a lyrical exploration of love's impermanence and the yearning for belonging.
Palindromes
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Director: Todd Solondz Run Time: 100 min. Release Year: 2005
Starring: Ellen Barkin, Emani Sledge, Richard Masur, Sharon Wilkins, Stephen Adly Guirgis
Our new edition of 21st Century Cult starts with Todd Solondz's dark 2004 satire Palindromes! The film follows 13-year-old Aviva, a girl who desperately wants to become a mother but faces the harsh and complex realities of adulthood far too soon. After a traumatic experience leads to her running away, Aviva encounters a series of peculiar and morally ambiguous characters, each influencing her perception of herself and the world. Notably, Solondz uses multiple actors of varying ages, races, and genders to portray Aviva, emphasizing the universality and fluidity of her experiences.
The Lord Of The Rings Extended Edition Trilogy Marathon!
- Sat, Jan 11
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Run Time: 780 min. Rating: PG-13
On Saturday, January 11th, 2025, an annual Frida Cinema tradition returns. It’s The Lord Of The Rings Extended Edition...
As Tears Go By
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Director: Wong Kar-Wai Run Time: 102 min. Release Year: 1988
Starring: Alex Man Chi-Leung, Andy Lau Tak-Wah, Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau, Maggie Cheung Man-Yuk, Wong Aau
Up next in our Wong Kar-Wai Month series is the 1988 crime drama As Tears Go By. Set in the underworld of Hong Kong's triads, the film follows Wah (Andy Lau), a small-time gangster torn between loyalty and love. Wah must navigate his turbulent relationship with his reckless, self-destructive protégé, Fly (Jacky Cheung), whose impulsive behavior repeatedly draws them into dangerous conflicts. Meanwhile, Wah finds solace in a tender romance with his cousin Ngor (Maggie Cheung), a woman from a quieter world who offers him a glimpse of redemption and a life beyond violence.
Dragonslayer
- Sun, Jan 12
- Mon, Jan 13
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Director: Matthew Robbins Run Time: 108 min. Rating: PG Release Year: 1981
Starring: Caitlin Clarke, John Hallam, Peter Eyre, Peter MacNicol, Ralph Richardson
Up next in our 80s Sword and Sorcery series is Matthew Robbins' 1981 dark fantasy Dragonslayer! The story follows Galen (Peter MacNicol), a young sorcerer's apprentice, who is thrust into a perilous quest when a desperate village seeks help to vanquish a monstrous dragon named Vermithrax Pejorative. With his master Ulrich (Ralph Richardson) unable to lead, Galen must summon his courage and skills to confront the fearsome creature, which has long terrorized the kingdom under a grim pact of human sacrifice. Alongside the brave and determined Princess Elspeth (Caitlin Clarke), Galen grapples with the limits of his power and the weight of his destiny.
…And God Spoke + Q&A w/ Director Arthur Bormann & Actors Michael Riley & Stephen Rappaport
- Sun, Jan 12
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Director: Arthur Borman Run Time: 82 min. Release Year: 1994
Starring: Ashlie Rhey, Lisa Comshaw, Michael Riley, Monique Parent, Stephen Rappaport
In the tradition of This is Spinal Tap, flickhappy is back to present And God Spoke, a hilarious, critically acclaimed 1993 mockumentary about low budget moviemaking. And God Spoke follows a pair of wildly ambitious (and thoroughly inept) filmmakers who set out to create the definitive cinematic retelling of the Bible. Their mission: “And God Spoke.” Their reality: spiraling budgets, impossibly difficult extras, and a Moses who can’t quite remember his lines. It’s a witty, winking look at the madness of movie-making that will leave you questioning whether miracles are needed more behind the camera than in front of it. Stick around after the screening for an in-person Q&A with director of the film Arthur Borman and actors Michael Riley and Stephen Rappaport!
Stray Dog + The Bad Sleep Well Double Feature
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Director: Akira Kurosawa Run Time: 297 min. Release Year: 1949 Language: Japanese
Starring: Eiko Miyoshi, Keiko Awaji, Noriko Sengoku, Takashi Shimura, Toshirō Mifune
Experience a double feature of Akira Kurosawa's crime films Stray Dog and The Bad Sleep Well! In Stray Dog, rookie cop Murakami (Toshiro Mifune) loses his pistol to a pickpocket during a sweltering Tokyo heatwave and embarks on a relentless pursuit to recover it. Teaming up with seasoned detective Sato (Takashi Shimura), Murakami uncovers a connection between the stolen gun and a series of violent crimes. As the investigation progresses, the parallels between Murakami and the desperate criminal they chase blur, reflecting the struggles of a society grappling with poverty and moral decay. Combining gritty realism with profound humanism, Stray Dog is a masterful examination of guilt, redemption, and the thin line between law and lawlessness. The Bad Sleeps Well follows Koichi Nishi (Mifune), a seemingly loyal employee who marries his boss's disabled daughter, Yoshiko, to infiltrate a corrupt company responsible for his father's tragic death. As Nishi uncovers the depths of the company’s greed and malfeasance, his meticulously crafted plan begins to unravel under the weight of human frailty and unforeseen complications. With its noir-inspired aesthetic, sharp critique of postwar corporate Japan, and a chilling sense of inevitability, the film is a powerful exploration of morality, justice, and the personal cost of vengeance.
Rude Boy
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Director: David Mingay, Jack Hazan Run Time: 113 min. Release Year: 1980
Starring: Jimmy Pursey, Joe Strummer, Paul Simonon, Ray Gange, Topper Headon
Experience a one night only screening of the iconic 1980s docu-drama Rude Boy in a brand new 4K restoration! In Rude Boy, Jack Hazan and David Mingay (A Bigger Splash) once again merge documentary and fiction in their tale of Ray Gange, a roughneck roadie for the most fiery, revolutionary rock 'n' roll band of their era--The Clash. Proving a difficult, sometimes reactionary subject and a foil to the band’s idealism, Gange plays observer to The Clash’s legendary 1978 Rock Against Racism concert in London’s Victoria Park and their studio recording of Give ’Em Enough Rope. Set against a background of riots, racist and anti-racist demos, and police hostility towards black British youth, this unforgettable, absorbing film portraits a UK on the brink of Thatcherism, and a moment when subcultural shock troops met those of a rising right wing in the streets.
Rap World w/ Director Danny Scharar, Producer Harris Mayersohn, and more!
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Director: Conner O'Malley, Danny Scharar Run Time: 56 min. Release Year: 2024
Starring: Conner O'Malley, Dan Licata, Eric Rahill, Gail Sweeney, Jack Bensinger
Join us for a very special For Your Consideration screening of Rap World with co-writer/director Danny Scharar and producer Harris Mayersohn in person! The night before Oscar nominations come out, we are hoping for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Editing, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Visual Effects, Best Sound Design, and epsecially Best Original Song noms! And this is the screening that's going to sway The Academy! The story of Rap World is set in 2009 and follows four friends living in Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania as they document their attempt to record a rap album over the course of one eventful night. Don't miss this one night only event! And keep an eye out for more special guests TBA...
Chungking Express
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Director: Wong Kar-Wai Run Time: 103 min. Rating: PG-13 Release Year: 1994
Starring: Brigitte Lin Ching-Hsia, Faye Wong, Takeshi Kaneshiro, Tony Leung Chiu-Wai, Valerie Chow Kar-Ling
Our Wong Kar-Wai Month series continues with Chungking Express, the director's timeless 1994 romance. The film weaves together two distinct yet thematically linked stories of two lovelorn policemen. In the first, He Qiwu (Takeshi Kaneshiro), reeling from a breakup, becomes infatuated with a mysterious woman in a blonde wig (Brigitte Lin), who is entangled in the criminal underworld. The second story follows Cop 663 (Tony Leung Chiu-Wai), whose heartbreak over a flight attendant ex-girlfriend is softened by the quirky and free-spirited Faye (Faye Wong), a café worker who secretly transforms his life.
The Substance
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Director: Coralie Fargeat Run Time: 140 min. Rating: R Release Year: 2024
Starring: Demi Moore, Dennis Quaid, Gore Abrams, Hugo Diego Garcia, Margaret Qualley
Coralie Fargeat's smash hit sci-fi satire The Substance returns for a fresh round of encore screenings! Demi Moore plays Elisabeth Sparkle, a fading celebrity who, desperate to regain her youthful looks, turns to a mysterious black-market drug known as "The Substance." This cell-replicating liquid temporarily creates a younger, enhanced version of those who ingest it — but their rejuvenation comes with horrifying consequences.
Short Night of Glass Dolls + The Case Of The Bloody Iris
- Fri, Jan 17
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Director: Aldo Lado Run Time: 200 min. Release Year: 1971 Language: Italian
Starring: Barbara Bach, Fabijan Šovagović, Ingrid Thulin, Jean Sorel, Mario Adorf
Prepare yourself for a night of mind-bending suspense and stylish horror as Cinematic Void returns to The Frida Cinema to celebrate January Giallo 2025! This year we've got a killer event for you, as we present the World Premiere of the 4K restoration of Short Night of Glass Dolls on a double feature with The Case Of The Bloody Iris! Thank you to our friends at Celluloid Dreams for making this all possible! Film 1: The Short Night of Glass Dolls (1971)--The film opens with a man, Gregory Moore (played by Jean Sorel), found in a state of semi-consciousness, unable to remember how he arrived in his current predicament. Lying in a hospital bed, paralyzed and unable to speak, he is trapped in a bizarre and nightmarish reality. As Gregory tries to piece together his past and recall the events leading up to his strange condition, he becomes increasingly convinced that there is a connection between his ordeal and a string of mysterious, brutal murders. Directed by Aldo Lado. Film 2: The Case of the Bloody Iris (1972)--When a woman is found brutally murdered in her apartment, the investigation leads to a group of glamorous models and their enigmatic, wealthy suitors. The film revolves around the mystery of a series of grisly killings, each more puzzling than the last. As a detective (played by the ever-reliable George Hilton) and a private investigator (played by the mysterious and alluring Edwige Fenech) piece together the fragments of the crime, they uncover a web of deceit, obsession, and madness. The women involved all seem to be connected to the brutal murders, but as the bodies pile up, it becomes harder to decipher who is the victim and who is the killer. Directed by Giuliano Carnimeo.
The Room + Big Shark Double Feature w/ Greg Sestero In Person!
- Sat, Jan 18
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Director: Tommy Wiseau Run Time: 105 min. Release Year: 2023
Starring: Isaiah LaBorde, Mark Valeriano, Raul Phoenix, Tommy Wiseau, Wayne Douglas Morgan
Can New Orleans Survive?
Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope + Q&A w/ Craig Miller: Presented by Moviebusters
- Sun, Jan 19
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Director: George Lucas Run Time: 121 min. Release Year: 1977
Starring: Alec Guinness, Carrie Fisher, Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Peter Cushing
You’re invited to a special screening of the original Star Wars with special guest Craig Miller! Craig was director of Fan Relations for Lucasfilm from 1977-1980. He created and oversaw the official Star Wars Fan Club as well as having edited and written virtually all of the first two years of Bantha Tracks as well as being a producer for Lucasfilm Ltd. Craig will be appearing for an on-stage discussion about his experiences at Lucasfilm and his time during Star Wars, and will be joined by C. Andrew Nelson, who was also a former Lucasfilm Ltd/Industrial Light & Magic employee! In addition to C. Andrew Nelson’s work at ILM on VFX for various motion pictures, he was also chosen to play Darth Vader in scenes for the special edition of The Empire Strikes Back and also played the character in the LucasArts games Dark Forces and Rebel Assault 2. Craig will be available to meet fans, and will also be signing his book Star Wars Memories. C. Andrew Nelson will also be signing and meeting fans. This program is a venue rental engagement. Member discounts and Frida Cinema comp passes not valid. The views and opinions expressed in this program do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of The Frida Cinema or its staff.
Conan the Barbarian + Q&A w/ Sandahl Bergman: Presented by Moviebusters
- Sun, Jan 19
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Director: John Milius Run Time: 129 min. Release Year: 1982
Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Ben Davidson, James Earl Jones, Max von Sydow, Sandahl Bergman
You’re invited to a special screening of the original 1982 classic Conan The Barbarian starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, with actress Sandahl Bergman, who plays Valeria, in attendance! There will be a post-screening discussion and Q&A with Sandahl Bergman. Rampaging warriors massacre the parents of young Conan and enslave the young child for years on The Wheel of Pain. As the sole survivor of the childhood massacre, Conan is released from slavery and taught the ancient arts of fighting. Transforming himself into a killing machine, Conan travels into the wilderness to seek vengeance on Thulsa Doom, the man responsible for killing his family. In the wilderness, Conan takes up with the thieves Valeria and Subotai. The group comes upon King Osric, who wants the trio of warriors to help rescue his daughter who has joined Doom in the hills.
2046
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Director: Wong Kar-Wai Run Time: 128 min. Rating: R Release Year: 2004 Language: Chinese
Starring: Faye Wong, Gong Li, Takuya Kimura, Tony Leung Chiu-Wai, Zhang Ziyi
Our second January Volunteer of the Month is Alexander Canellos, who has chosen Wong Kar-Wai's 2046 as his VOTM pick! The film follows Chow Mo-wan (Tony Leung Chiu-Wai), a writer grappling with heartbreak and longing as he navigates a series of fleeting romances in 1960s Hong Kong. His experiences inspire a futuristic, allegorical novel about a train to the year 2046, a place where passengers go to recover lost memories but from which no one ever returns. Chow's relationships—with enigmatic women like the glamorous Bai Ling (Zhang Ziyi), the mysterious Su Li-zhen (Gong Li), and others—mirror his internal struggles with love and detachment.
Krull
- Tue, Jan 21
- Wed, Jan 22
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Director: Peter Yates Run Time: 121 min. Rating: PG Release Year: 1983
Starring: Alun Armstrong, Francesca Annis, Freddie Jones, Ken Marshall, Lysette Anthony
Our 80s Sword and Sorcery series continues with Krull, Peter Yates' 1983 science fantasy favorite! Set in a magical world under siege by an evil alien overlord known as the Beast, the film follows Prince Colwyn (Ken Marshall). Embarking on a daring quest after his bride, Princess Lyssa (Lysette Anthony) is kidnapped by the Beast's forces, Colwyn journeys to the villain's fortress to rescue her. Armed with the legendary weapon called the Glaive, a mystical, star-shaped blade, the prince gathers an eclectic band of companions, including a wise seer, a comical thief (Alun Armstrong), and a skilled cyclops warrior (Bernard Bresslaw). Together, they traverse breathtaking landscapes, confront deadly traps, and battle monstrous creatures in their journey to defeat the Beast and restore peace to the planet.
The Big Sleep
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Director: Howard Hawks Run Time: 114 min. Release Year: 1946
Starring: Elisha Cook Jr., Humphrey Bogart, John Ridgely, Lauren Bacall, Martha Vickers
Our Classic Movie Night series kicks off 2025 with The Big Sleep, Howard Hawks' noir adaptation of Raymond Chandler's iconic novel. Private detective Philip Marlowe, played by Humphrey Bogart, is hired by the wealthy General Sternwood to investigate a blackmail scheme involving his daughter, Carmen. What begins as a straightforward case unravels into a labyrinth of deception, murder, and corruption, as Marlowe discovers connections to gambling dens, organized crime, and a missing person. Along the way, he encounters the General’s other daughter, the sharp-witted and enigmatic Vivian, portrayed by Lauren Bacall, with whom he shares a smoldering chemistry.
Fallen Angels
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Director: Wong Kar-Wai Run Time: 98 min. Release Year: 1995
Starring: Charlie Yeung Choi-Nei, Karen Mok Man-Wai, Leon Lai Ming, Michelle Reis, Takeshi Kaneshiro
Wong Kar-Wai Month winds down with the director's neon-soaked dramedy Fallen Angels. The film intertwines two loosely connected stories: a disillusioned hitman who contemplates leaving his dangerous profession and his enigmatic female partner who silently yearns for him, and a mute ex-convict who runs an unconventional business and finds himself entangled with a free-spirited woman searching for her own purpose. Through its fragmented narrative, kinetic cinematography, and surreal atmosphere, the story captures the yearning for human connection amid the alienation of urban life
DIG! XX
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Director: Ondi Timoner Run Time: 107 min. Release Year: 2004
Starring: Anton Newcombe, Courtney Taylor-Taylor, Joel Gion, Matt Hollywood, Peter Holmström
Revisit the rivalry between two legendary 90s bands in DIG! XX, a new edition of Ondi Timoner's acclaimed 2004 documentary! The film chronicles the tumultuous relationship between two bands, The Dandy Warhols and The Brian Jonestown Massacre. This enhanced version delves deeper into their intertwined journeys, highlighting the collision of art and commerce through their star-crossed friendship and intense rivalry.
Inland Empire
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Director: David Lynch Run Time: 180 min. Rating: R Release Year: 2006
Starring: Harry Dean Stanton, Jeremy Irons, Justin Theroux, Karolina Gruszka, Laura Dern
21st Century Cult continues with Inland Empire, David Lynch's surreal 2006 psychological thriller! Nikki (Laura Dern), an actress, takes on a role in a new film, and because her husband (Peter J. Lucas) is very jealous, her co-star Devon (Justin Theroux) gets a warning not to make any romantic overtures -- especially since the characters they play are having an affair. Both actors learn that the project is a remake of an unfinished film in which the stars were murdered.
Yakirama 2
- Sat, Jan 25
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Run Time: 420 min. Rating: R
It’s time to go back. Back to the movies. Come join us Saturday January 25th at The Frida Cinema for the ultimate four-movie marathon, all of ‘em hand-picked by our friends at Super Yaki. And we promise, they’re incredible. It's the return of Yakirama! The full lineup will be revealed on January 2nd, but until then we’re offering blind early bird tickets at a discount of $20. Every early bird ticket will come with a beautiful and amazing gift, courtesy of your friends at Super Yaki! Doors open at 11 AM, movies start at 12 PM. Super Yaki will be there in-person with a brand new collection and more surprises along the way, all of which will be exclusively available first to the brave patrons of Yakirama 2. See ya there!
Psycho: Presented by See It On 16mm
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Director: Alfred Hitchcock Run Time: 109 min. Rating: R Release Year: 1960
Starring: Anthony Perkins, Janet Leigh, John Gavin, Martin Balsam, Vera Miles
See It On 16mm strikes again with Psycho, Alfred Hitchcock's groundbreaking 1960 thriller! The film follows Marion Crane (Janet Leigh), a secretary who impulsively steals $40,000 and goes on the run, seeking refuge at the secluded Bates Motel. There, she meets the shy and peculiar owner, Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins), who has a disturbing relationship with his domineering mother. A shocking murder sets off an investigation that unveils a chilling series of twists, culminating in a haunting revelation about Norman’s dark psyche.
The Wages of Fear
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Director: Henri-Georges Clouzot Run Time: 153 min. Release Year: 1953 Language: French
Starring: Charles Vanel, Folco Lulli, Peter van Eyck, Véra Clouzot, Yves Montand
Frida Cinema Film Club members are invited to join us for two free screenings of the 1953 white-knuckle masterpiece The Wages Of Fear in a brand new, stunning 4K restoration! In a squalid South American oil town, four desperate men sign on for a suicide mission to drive trucks loaded with nitroglycerin over a treacherous mountain route. As they ferry their explosive cargo to a faraway oil fire, each bump and jolt tests their courage, their friendship, and their nerves. The result is one of the greatest thrillers ever committed to celluloid, from France’s legendary master of suspense, Henri-Georges Clouzot. Not a Frida Cinema Film Club member yet? Sign up here: https://thefridacinema.org/memberships/
The Dark Crystal
- Sun, Jan 26
- Mon, Jan 27
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Director: Frank Oz, Jim Henson Run Time: 93 min. Rating: PG Release Year: 1982
Starring: Dave Goelz, Frank Oz, Jim Henson, Kathryn Mullen, Steve Whitmire
Our 80s Sword and Sorcery series winds down with The Dark Crystal, Jim Henson and Frank Oz's groundbreaking fantasy epic! Set in the mystical world of Thra, the story follows Jen (voiced by Stephen Garlick), the last of the peaceful Gelfling race, who embarks on a quest to heal the titular Dark Crystal, a powerful artifact corrupted by the malevolent Skeksis. Guided by ancient prophecies, Jen must locate the missing shard of the Crystal and reunite it before a great conjunction of Thra's three suns, which would grant the Skeksis eternal dominion. Along the way, Jen is joined by Kira (voiced by Lisa Maxwell), another surviving Gelfling, and her animal companion Fizzgig, as they face trials of courage and self-discovery.
Tank Girl
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Director: Rachel Talalay Run Time: 104 min. Rating: R Release Year: 1995
Starring: Ice-T, Jeff Kober, Lori Petty, Malcolm McDowell, Naomi Watts
Our In Defense of... series returns with Tank Girl, Rachel Talalay's post apocalyptic sci-fi film and our Director of Volunteers and Interns Jill Georgieff's pick! After a comet disrupts the rain cycle of Earth, the planet has become a desolate, barren desert by the year 2033. With resources scarce, Kesslee — head of the powerful and evil Water & Power Corporation, the de facto government — has taken control of the water supply. Unwilling to cower under Kesslee's tyrannical rule, a pair of outlaws known as Tank Girl and Jet Girl rise up, joining the mysterious rebel Rippers to destroy the corrupt system.
Film Trivia Night
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Run Time: 150 min.
Join us for The Frida Cinema’s next Trivia Night!
Excalibur
- Tue, Jan 28
- Wed, Jan 29
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Director: John Boorman Run Time: 141 min. Rating: PG Release Year: 1981
Starring: Helen Mirren, Nicholas Clay, Nicol Williamson, Nigel Terry, Paul Geoffrey
Our 80s Sword and Sorcery series opens with Excalibur, John Boorman's 1981 Arthurian retelling. The film follows the rise and fall of King Arthur (Nigel Terry), beginning with the forging of the enchanted sword Excalibur and its role in uniting a fractured England. Guided by the enigmatic wizard Merlin (Nicol Williamson), Arthur ascends to the throne and creates the legendary Round Table, fostering ideals of chivalry and justice. However, internal strife, the forbidden love between Sir Lancelot (Nicholas Clay) and Queen Guinevere (Cherie Lunghi), and the malevolent sorcery of Morgana (Helen Mirren) threaten to destroy Camelot from within.
Cannibal! The Musical
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Director: Trey Parker Run Time: 97 min. Release Year: 1996
Starring: Dian Bachar, Ian Hardin, Jon Hegel, Matt Stone, Trey Parker
Join us for the inaugural film in a new series we're calling Hallucinations as we present the 1996 cult classic Cannibal! The Musical. Before South Park and The Book Of Mormon, Trey Parker and Matt Stone created an ultra-low budget musical that's been largely lost to time, despite their creators' fame. A new restoration is the perfect way to see this forgotten film that paved the way for two oft he most successful comedy writers of the century. Hosted by Polygon's editor-in-chief Chris Plante, Hallucinations is a monthly event that spotlights movies that challenge our expectations of story, style, and "good taste". Plante will introduce each film with some behind-the-scenes history and critical context. With Hallucinations, The Frida Cinema wants to build a communal space for lovers of Weird Cinema. We invite guests to bond over films that change what we expect from the medium, the world, and themselves. So come early, stay late, make friends, and watch something strange, surprising, or just shamelessly sick.
Emma.
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Director: Autumn de Wilde Run Time: 125 min. Release Year: 2020
Starring: Anya Taylor-Joy, Callum Turner, Johnny Flynn, Josh O'Connor, Mia Goth
Our Page To Screen series keeps on rolling into the new year as we present the 2020 rendition of Emma., starring Frida Cinema favorites Anya Taylor-Joy, Mia Goth, and Josh O'Connor! Make sure to stick around after the screening as we partner with Arvida Book Co in Tustin for a conversation about the original text versus this particular movie version! In 1800s England, a well-meaning but selfish young woman meddles in the love lives of her friends.
Secretary
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Director: Steven Shainberg Run Time: 107 min. Rating: R Release Year: 2002
Starring: James Spader, Jeremy Davies, Lesley Ann Warren, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Stephen McHattie
Our 21st Century Cult series marches along as we present the controversial 2002 film Secretary, starring James Spader and Maggie Gyllenhaal! he film follows Lee Holloway (Gyllenhaal), a socially awkward young woman recently released from a mental health institution, who takes a job as a secretary for the demanding and enigmatic lawyer E. Edward Grey (Spader). As their professional relationship evolves into an unorthodox BDSM dynamic, Lee begins to reclaim her sense of agency and identity, while Edward confronts his own vulnerabilities and desires.
In the Mood for Love
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Director: Wong Kar-Wai Run Time: 99 min. Release Year: 2000
Starring: Kelly Lai Chen, Maggie Cheung Man-Yuk, Rebecca Pan, Siu Ping-lam, Tony Leung Chiu-Wai
Wong Kar-Wai Month comes to an end the only way we know how: screening the iconic filmmaker's year 2000 masterpiece In The Mood For Love. The story follows Chow Mo-wan (Tony Leung) and Su Li-zhen (Maggie Cheung), neighbors who discover that their spouses are having an affair. As they grapple with this betrayal, they form a bond over their shared pain, reenacting their spouses' infidelity in a bid to understand it. Despite their growing feelings for each other, they remain bound by societal expectations and their own moral codes, creating a story brimming with unspoken emotions and unfulfilled desires.
Film Threat’s Awards This! 2025
- Sun, Feb 2
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Run Time: 180 min.
Film Threat’s Award This! is back for another year, and it’s an event with a mission—to champion independent...