TINY A STORY ABOUT LIVING SMALL FREE screening in a custom tiny cinema! (2014) Dirs. Merete Mueller & Christopher Smith. One couple’s attempt to build a tiny house with no building experience raises questions about the changing American Dream. PRESENTED BY UI School of Urban and Regional Planning 50th Anniversary. “A fitting testament to the spirit of the tiny house.”—HotDocs Film Fest

September 19-21

September 2014

118 E. College St. #101Iowa City, IA 52240

TINY CINEMA Iowa City’s smallest cinema screens a free film on the ped mall

THE DOC IS IN Three outstanding new docs with special guests, all in one marvelous week

ALLOY ORCHESTRA The best in the world at accompanying silent films return to Iowa City for another big show

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TicketsOnline: www.icfilmscene.org Box Office: open one hour prior to the first screening of the day.

Members: $5.00 See all the benefits of FilmScene membership at www.icfilmscene.org.

Evening: $8.50 Matinee: $7.50 Senior (60+): $6.50 Youth (12 & under): $6.50 UI Students: $6.50

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About FilmSceneFilmScene is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the cultural vitality of the Iowa City area through the presentation and discussion of film as an art form. With programming that entertains, inspires, and educates, FilmScene works to build and connect community through film. For more information, visit www.icfilmscene.org.

Join our email list at www.icfilmscene.org for weekly updates!

FilmScene Staff Andy Brodie, Director Andrew Sherburne, Associate Director Emily Salmonson, Director of Operations Ross Meyer, Head Projectionist and Facilities Manager Eva Adderley, Theater Staff Dan DeMarco, Theater Staff Aaron Holmgren, Theater Staff Rosie Math, Theater Staff Phil Ochs, Theater Staff Tony Pomales, Theater Staff Kelly Gallagher, Projectionist Kasia Plazinska, Projectionist

Board of Directors Karen Chappell, Chair Evan Evans, Vice Chair Laura Bergus, Secretary Chris Ameling, Treasurer Emma Barnum, Corey Creekmur, Jill Dasher, Will Downing, Michael Finlayson, David Gould, Tommy Haines, Kembrew McLeod, Ryan O’Leary, Doug Ongie, Ravi Patel, Andre Perry, Katherine Steinbach, Andy Stoll, Damon Terrill, Leah Vonderheide

Volunteering Want to get involved? FilmScene is looking for good volunteers. Email emily@icfilmscene.org.

OVERHEARD... Saw “Boyhood” last night: it lived up to the hype. 165 captivating minutes of life stories. Thanks @icfilmscene for the chance to see it. John Kenyon ‏@jpkenyon

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Programs, showtimes and ticket prices subject to change. Special events may be priced differently. Movie Hotline: 319-358-2555.

AFTER HOURS is a late-night film series of recent releases, genre favorites, and cult classics that runs every Saturday night through the academic semester.

The Bijou Film Board is a student-run organization, founded in 1972, which assists with FilmScene’s programming and operations, and curates challenging and entertaining series featuring independent, foreign, and classic cinema.

BIJOU PROGRAMMING FREE FOR UI STUDENTS $5 GENERAL PUBLIC

HOOK (1991) Robin Williams stars in the classic tale directed by Steven Spielberg.

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THE WALL (1982) A visually stunning tale of rock-and-roll madness. SA

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THE NIGHT OF THE HUNTER (1955) A precedent-setting, haunting tale.SA

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RECORDS (1995) A David vs. Goliath story in an indie record store.SA

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HORIZONS highlights world cinema in conjunction with academic departments and cultural groups to broaden understanding of diverse cultures through film.

September 23, 6pm

GRAVE OF THE FIREFLIES (1988) Dir. Isao Takahata. A Studio Ghibli animated film covering two siblings’ survival in World War II Japan. “So powerful that it forces a rethinking of animation.” —Roger Ebert

FILM FORUM in cooperation with various UI departments, presents one night screenings and discussions of acclaimed and provocative films.

September 16, 6pm

LEVEL FIVE (1997) Dir. Chris Marker. A French programmer creates a video game of the Battle of Okinawa. Her research begets deep reflection on life and humanity.“Passionate and cerebral, nothing else in theaters feels quite as new.” — NY Times

IOWA PHOTOGRAPHS LECTURE & SLIDESHOW

BARRY PHIPPS Iowa City based photographer Phipps will show never before seen images from recent journeys across Iowa, as well as key images from the past two years of his project.

Bijou Film Forum presents RICH HILL on September 30, see listing on interior page.

September 4, 6pm

NEW RELEASES

Showtimes set Monday before opening date. Schedule subject to change. Showtimes at www.icfilmscene.org or the Movie Hotline at 319-358-2555.

Punch in for weird Wednesdays at 10pm! The boss, Ross Meyer, digs up low-budget b-movies and campy classics. Every show includes a custom grindhouse trailer and prize giveaways. Cheap tickets, cheap beer and cheap fun!

HOLLYWOOD CHAINSAW HOOKERS (1988) Dir. Fred Olen Ray. A campy romp that lives up to its title.

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NUN OF THAT (2009) Dir. Richard Griffin. A group of supernatural vigilante nuns are on a mission to snuff out the mob.

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HORRORS OF SPIDER ISLAND (1960) Dir. Fritz Bottger. A hideous monster on an island of showgirls and giant spiders.

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FACES OF SCHLOCK (2009) The ultimate four-director, cheesy, sleazy, boobs-and-blood-soaked homage to 80’s horror.

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FRANK (2014) Dir. Lenny Abrahamson. Weird and wonderful musical comedy about a young wannabe musician, who joins a band of eccentric pop musicians led by the mysterious Frank (Michael Fassbender), who wears a giant fake head, and his terrifying sidekick Clara (Maggie Gyllenhaal). “Funny, touching and vital. Abrahamson knows his way around eccentrics.” —Peter Travers, Rolling Stone

Opens September 12

THE TRIP TO ITALY (2014) Dir. Michael Winterbottom. Comedians Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon reunite for a culinary road trip, retracing the steps of the Romantic poets’ grand tour of Italy and indulging in some sparkling banter and impersonation-offs. A biting portrait of modern-day masculinity. “Brilliant! As funny as the first go-round, more beautiful to look at, and better conceived.” —The Hollywood Reporter

Opens September 19

LAND HO! (2014) Dirs. Aaron Katz and Martha Stephens. 60- something ex-brothers-in-law set off on a road trip through Iceland, hoping to reclaim their youth. Their picaresque adventures, from trendy Reykjavík to rugged outback, are a throwback to bawdy road comedies and a candid exploration of aging, loneliness and friendship. “Magical, beautiful, a perfect movie. Undeniably triumphant!” —Grantland

Opens September 12

LIFE AFTER BETH (2014) Dir. Jeff Baena. A clever spin on the zombie film and breakout hit at this year’s Sundance Film Festival. After his girlfriend unexpectedly dies, Zach is devastated. However, he gets a second chance at love after she rises from the dead. Starring Aubrey Plaza and Dane DeHaan with Anna Kendrick, John C. Reilly, Molly Shannon. “Charming, thoughtful and laugh-out-loud funny.”—Variety

Opens September 5

ALIVE INSIDE (2014) Dir. Michael Rossato-Bennett. Joyous exploration of the astonishing revitalization of memory loss patients through the simple experience of listening to music. Audience Award winner, 2014 Sundance Film Festival. DIALOGUE with special guests.“Packs an emotional wallop.”—Globe and Mail

Opens September 26

THE INTERNET’S OWN BOY (2014) Dir. Brian Knappenberger. Riveting doc about the life of computer whiz Aaron Swartz, the programming prodigy and information activist who took his own life at the age of 26. DIALOGUE with UI Libraries. “A vivid portrait of a sensitive genius.”—Village Voice

September 27

RICH HILL FILM FORUM (2014) Dirs. Andrew Droz Palermo & Tracy Droz Tragos. An intimate chronicle of the turbulent lives of three boys living in an impoverished Midwestern town and the fragile family bonds that sustain them. Presented by Bijou Film Board. DIALOGUE with special guests. “Should be put in a time capsule for future generations” —The Playlist

September 30, 6pm

A WEEK OF DOCS! Special screenings of three great films.

SPECIAL EVENTWOKE UP BLACK (2012) Dir. Mary Morten. Documents five diverse black youth ages 16-21 in day-to-day life, interactions with the justice system, issues of sexual identity, and major milestones like high school graduations and the first day at college. PRESENTED BY UI Public Policy Center at Shambaugh Auditorium. DIALOGUE with Morten and film subjects. “Fosters opportunities for intergenerational dialogue.” —Huffington Post

September 24, 6pm Free screening

ALLOY ORCHESTRALIVE W/ THE SON OF THE SHEIKAlloy Orchestra, a three man musical ensemble with an outrageous assemblage of peculiar objects, thrash and grind soulful music from unlikely sources. Alloy will perform to the restored “The Son of the Sheik,” starring Rudolph Valentino. Iowa City will be treated to this show’s first public performance following the September premiere at the San Francisco Silent Film Festival! “The best in the world at accompanying silent films.” —Roger Ebert Co-presented by The Englert. $20 reserved seating, $15 youth. Tickets on sale now!

October 1, 8pm

September 6 & 7

FINDING FELA (2014) Dir. Alex Gibney. Period interviews, performances and Broadway scenes of “Fela” tell the story of the life and politics of innovative Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti.

SOUND+VISIONA series where music and cinema intersect. Co-presented by Mission Creek.

September 2, 5pm THE PASSION THAT DRIVES INNOVATIONA discussion of how personal passion can turn a shapeless idea into a tangible reality, and the role innovation plays in moving communities forward. Admission is free and open to the public.

COMING IN OCTOBER

October 3, 6:30pm

L.A. CONFIDENTIAL (1997) Dir. Curtis Hanson. Join FilmScene and the Iowa City Book Festival for an exclusive presentation of the modern-day classic. DIALOGUE with “L.A. Confidential” author James Ellroy! “Seductive and beautiful, cynical and twisted.” —Roger Ebert

Special event to benefit the City of Literature. Tickets are $40 and include a hardcover copy of Ellroy’s latest novel, “Perfidia.” Meet and greet and book signing with Ellroy.

October 6, 9pm

FOUND FOOTAGE FESTIVAL TOUR A one-of-a-kind showcase of videos found at garage sales and thrift stores with hilarious live commentary from curators Joe Pickett (The Onion) and Nick Prueher (The Colbert Report).“Skull-crushingly funny.” —The Onion A.V. Club

Live show with curators Joe Pickett and Nick Prueher! $10 General Admission.

 This month we add Cedar Rapids’ Lion Bridge beers to our tap, alongside Iowa-brewed Peace Tree and Millstream.