Tuesday, June 11, 2013

[Reel Pizza] SCHEDULE June 14 - July 4

Hi Friends

Here is the next schedule...it is a little confusing because this time of year, as we play more first run films, the film studios start messing around, creating complications like Wednesday start dates and such.  AND we are still adjusting to the difficulties in booking due to the availability of a very low number of 35mm film prints as we enter the twilight of celluloid (sadly the sun has already set on film).   Doing the best we can, and don't hesitate to check the website, call, or email if you don't understand when something is playing! 


We have an open hole at the end of June from the Fri June 28th through Tuesday July 3.  We hope that we will be playing one of the films listed under COMING ON OUR SECOND SCREEN.  The end date of MONSTERS U depends on what comes next; the earliest last day of MONSTERS is Tues July 2; the latest last day is Thurs July 4.  You will be updated with this info when we have it figured out!


Also, PLEASE DON'T FORGET that on Thursday July 4, we will only have early shows of whatever is playing, both of which will be out in plenty of time for the evening's celebration...NO Later Shows during the fireworks, and nothing afterward either. 


Finally please notice the special programming. 
On Sunday June 23 we will have the first installment of our Fourth Annual Sunday Summer Matinee Film Series sponsored by the Maine Chapter of the Sierra Club.  The Sierra Club presents these films with speakers for free in order to get the public more engaged in topics of environmental importance. 


I just realized that this past Sunday was Reel Pizza's 18th birthday...Whoo Hoo!


See you Soon!  Enjoy these last few gasps of spring...
-Lisa


ps I am having difficulties with the pdf...will send under separate cover when I get it resolved.  -L


Sunday June 23

FUTURE OF HOPE (NR)  75min   2:00pm  FREE
Interviewing experts in renewable energy, innovation, organic farming, and new business sustainability against the stunning backdrop of some of the world’s most beautiful landscapes - thermal springs, active volcanoes, geysers, and glaciers, this film brings positive insight into Iceland’s decision to adopt sustainable practices to recover after their financial crisis. They struggle to protect and preserve Europe's largest unspoiled landscape to enable Iceland to grow once more, but this time with sustainability at the core to serve as an example to the rest of the world. Jeff McCabe, house majority leader in the Maine legislature will introduce the film and speak to the importance of sustaining Maine's natural resources, culture, and traditions as the way towards a healthy future.  The ME Chapter of the Sierra Club offers these films for free to get people focused on the environment.  trailer


Fri Jun 14 - Thurs Jun 27  (two weeks)

MAN OF STEEL  (PG-13)  143min   5:00 and 8:00

Director Zach Snyder (Watchman, 300) gives this DC comic super hero a complete reboot in this BRAND NEW science fiction adventure story.  Henry Cavill plays the alien man Kal-El who was sent from Krypton to Earth by his father Jor-El (Russell Crowe) as a child and raised as Clark by humans Jonathan and Martha Kent (Kevin Costner and Diane Lane).  As a young man he learns of his extraordinary abilities and journeys to discover where he came from and what he was sent here to do, attracting the attention of the US Military and intrepid reporter Lois Lane (Amy Adams).  When Earth is invaded by evil Kryptonite forces, he must summon his strength to save his world from annihilation.  trailer

Fri Jun 14 - Mon Jun 17

THE PLACE BEYOND THE PINES  (R)  140min  5:30 and 8:15

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!   An excellent cast, including Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes, Bradley Cooper, and Ray Liotta combine with director Derek Cianfrance (Blue Valentine) in his second excellent film.  This original, provocative drama powerfully explores the consequences of stunt motorcycle rider Luke’s (Gosling) fateful decision to use crime to support his son.  This act leads him to be the target of a loser college dropout and rookie cop (Cooper).  Their encounter has a devastating impact on both of their families in the years following.  trailer


Tues Jun 18 - Thurs Jun 20

WAR WITCH  (NR)  90min  [in FRENCH and LINGALA with subtitles]  5:30 and 7:30

This Oscar-nominee and Best Canadian film winner from Montreal-based filmmaker Kim Nguyen is inspired by a story out of Burma but was filmed in the Democratic Republic of Congo.  With discreet and rich observations he tells a story of a girl, with many others, kidnapped by rebels to become a child soldier. Pregnant fourteen year-old Komona (wonderfully played by former street child Rachel Mwanza) narrates, telling of her two year ordeal to her unborn child.  Poignant and harrowing but with light moments too, this unforgettable, impossible love story is filled with magic and picturesque images.  trailer

 
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Fri Jun 21 - Thurs Jun 27

MAN OF STEEL  (PG-13)  143min  Continues a second week at 5:00 and 8:00.

Friday June 21 - (at least) Tues July 2

MONSTERS UNIVERSITY  (G)  102min  5:30 and 7:45

Billy Crystal and John Goodman reprise their roles as inseparable monster friends Michael Wazowski and James P. Sullivan from the 2001 Pixar hit film.  They were not always the best of friends, and this BRAND NEW prequel tells the story of how these mismatched collegiate monsters studious Mike and slacker Sully went from initially not being able to stand each other as freshmen to overcoming their differences, joining forces to save their school and becoming the best of friends.  trailer

 
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starts July 3rd

THE LONE RANGER   (NYR)  135min

In this BRAND NEW thrilling adventure infused with action and humor, the story of how law man John Reid (Armie Hammer) is transformed into a legend of justice is recounted by Native American spirit warrior Tonto (Johnny Depp).  Full of epic surprises and amusing friction, these two unlikely heroes must learn to work together and fight against greed and corruption.  This BRAND NEW film, filmed across the southwest US, is from the producing/directing team behind the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. trailer


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COMING ON OUR SECOND SCREEN?
FAST AND FURIOUS 6 
(PG-13)  130min

This summer’s ultimate popcorn flick (at least so far)!  Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Dwayne Johnson, Jordana Brewster, Ludacris Bridges, Tyrese Gibson and Michelle Rodriquez return for another installment of this blockbuster franchise, where cars go very, very fast, the stunts and set pieces are beyond believable, and the story is secondary.  Luke Evans plays the bad guy the six friends are out to catch, so that they can be pardoned for previous crimes committed.  Director Justin Lin makes his fourth entry of the series, keeping things light and entertaining.  trailer

 

MUD  (PG-13)  135min

Matthew McConaughey (Bernie, Magic Mike) continues his string of acclaimed roles in this spellbinding coming-of-age story.  He plays a mysterious fugitive found by two boys who are exploring an island that contains a boat stuck up in a tree from a storm that they think will make a great fort.  Idealistic, romantic teen Ellis (Tye Sheridan) whose parents are divorcing, and his buddy and orphan Neckbone (Jacob Lofland) agree to help him when they discover he is waiting to escape with the love of his life (Reese Witherspoon).  Jeff Nichols (Take Shelter) directs this homage to Huckleberry Finn.  trailer

DESPICABLE ME 2  (PG)  98min

In this BRAND NEW sequel to the popular 2010 hit, again directed by Chris Renaud and Pierre Coffin, villainous mastermind Gru (Steve Carrell) has become a family man, taking care of his three adopted daughters Margo, Edith, and Agnes, and planning birthday parties and other paternal activities.  His neighbor is also scheming, attempting some matchmaking.  But when his idyllic life is upset by mysterious events, he recognizes the hand of another super-villain to which he must respond, with the help of his minions.  trailer

 

LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED  (R)  110min

Oscar-winning Danish director Susanne Bier (In a Better World), with her writing partner Anders Thomas Jensen, has made a sweet, poignant and authentic romantic dramady. Pierce Brosnan and Trine Dyrholm star as the grouchy widowed and estranged father of the groom and the ailing and recently separated mother of the bride whose lives come together at their childrens’ wedding at his country home in Sorrento Italy. With warmth, affection and confidence this excellent, talented filmmaker has made a charming, believable story of second chances.  trailer

 

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COMING SOON ON OUR NEXT SCHEDULE?
Pacific Rim
Before Midnight
Kon Tiki
Much Ado About Nothing
Wish You Were Here
Frances Ha
Angels’ Share

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