Messiah College film series schedule released for late fall
September 26th, 2008
GRANTHAM, Pa. (Sept. 26, 2008) — The Messiah College Lost Films Society, the on-campus film group sponsored by the college’s Student Activities Board, has announced its contemporary film series for late fall 2008. All films will be shown in Parmer Cinema, Messiah College’s state-of-the-art screening facility, located on the ground floor of Boyer Hall on the college’s Grantham campus. In addition to evening showings, a Saturday matinee is available for each film. Admission to each film is $1, and tickets may be purchased at the door or by calling the college’s ticket office at (717) 691-6036.
“Paranoid Park,” Oct. 17 at 7 and 9:30 p.m., and Oct. 18 at 4:30, 7 and 9:30 p.m. Rated R
Based on the novel by Blake Nelson, Paranoid Park tells the troubled story of Alex, a Portland high school student who loves to skateboard. But after accidentally causing the death of a security guard, Alex must come to terms with the guilty feelings that are threatening to overwhelm him. Unable to tell anyone what has happened, he keeps it all inside at the risk of imploding with guilt.
TBD, Oct. 25 at 7 and 9:30 p.m., and Oct. 26 at 4:30, 7, and 9:30 p.m.
“Mamma Mia,” Oct. 31 at 7 and 9:30 p.m., and Nov.1 at 4:30, 7 and 9:30 p.m. Rated PG-13
In this big screen version of the stage musical featuring the songs of ABBA, Donna is the mother to Sophie, who’s on a quest to discover the identity of her father on the eve of her wedding. Donna owns a small hotel on an idyllic Greek island and when three men from her past arrive unexpectedly, it is a trip down memory lane that no one will ever forget.
“American Teen,” Nov. 7 at 7 and 9:30 p.m., and Nov. 8 at 4:30, 7 and 9:30 p.m. Rated PG-13
Billed as the documentary version of “The Breakfast Club,” this film follows four high school students in Warsaw, Indiana from September of their senior year to graduation. This film is a fascinating snapshot of the frustrations of small town kids on the cusp of adulthood dealing with heartache, social hierarchy, the anxiety of scholarships and the other pressures on the American teen.
“Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2,” Nov. 14 at 7 and 9:30 p.m., and Nov. 15 at 4:30, 7 and 9:30 p.m. Rated PG-13
Based on Ann Brashares’ best-selling series of novels, four young women continue their journey towards adulthood that began with “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.” Now three years later, these lifelong friends embark on separate paths for their first year of college and the summer beyond, but remain in touch by sharing their experiences with each other as they always have—with honesty and humor.
“The Dark Knight,” Nov. 21 at 7 and 10 p.m., and Nov. 22 at 4, 7 and 10 p.m. Rated PG-13
Batman continues his seemingly endless effort to bring justice to Gotham’s crime syndicate. With the help of Lieutenant Jim Gordon and District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman sets out to dismantle the remaining criminal organizations that plague the city streets. The partnership proves to be effective, but they soon find themselves prey to a reign of chaos unleashed by a rising criminal mastermind known to the terrified citizens of Gotham as The Joker.
“Burn After Reading,” Dec. 5 at 7 and 9:30 p.m., and Dec. 6 at 4:30, 7 and 9:30 p.m. Rated R
Written and directed by the Cohen brothers (“No Country for Old Men”), an ousted CIA official’s memoir accidentally falls into the hands of two unwise gym employees intent on exploiting their find. The comedy stars Brad Pitt, George Clooney and John Malkovich.
About Messiah College
Messiah College, a private Christian college of the liberal and applied arts and sciences, enrolls 2,800 undergraduate students in more than 60 majors. Established in 1909, the primary campus is located in Grantham, Pa., near the state capital of Harrisburg. A satellite campus affiliated with Temple University is located in Philadelphia.