THE GOODBYE GIRL (1977)

This November, our Film Discussion Group is exploring the film adaptations of Neil Simon!

Neil Simon was an American playwright, screenwriter and author. After getting his start in the early days of television, Simon went on to write more than 30 plays and nearly the same number of movie screenplays, mostly film adaptations of his plays. His style ranged from farce to romantic comedy to more serious dramatic comedy. In 1966, he had four successful productions running on Broadway at the same time and, in 1983, he became the only living playwright to have a New York theatre, the Neil Simon Theatre, named in his honor. He won and was nominated for numerous awards including winning three Tony awards and four Academy Award nominations. His list of notable works includes Brighton Beach Memoirs, Biloxi Blues, Come Blow Your Horn, Barefoot in the Park, The Odd Couple, Lost in Yonkers, and The Goodbye Girl.

• Moderator: Harlie Sullivan

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

  • Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".

    Due to the odd scheduling of this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in January.

• Where to Watch: The Odd Couple is available to stream for free on Tubi and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

THE ODD COUPLE (1968)

This November, our Film Discussion Group is exploring the film adaptations of Neil Simon!

Neil Simon was an American playwright, screenwriter and author. After getting his start in the early days of television, Simon went on to write more than 30 plays and nearly the same number of movie screenplays, mostly film adaptations of his plays. His style ranged from farce to romantic comedy to more serious dramatic comedy. In 1966, he had four successful productions running on Broadway at the same time and, in 1983, he became the only living playwright to have a New York theatre, the Neil Simon Theatre, named in his honor. He won and was nominated for numerous awards including winning three Tony awards and four Academy Award nominations. His list of notable works includes Brighton Beach Memoirs, Biloxi Blues, Come Blow Your Horn, Barefoot in the Park, The Odd Couple, Lost in Yonkers, and The Goodbye Girl.

• Moderator: Marcus Baker

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

  • Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".

    Due to the odd scheduling of this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in January.

• Where to Watch: The Odd Couple is available to stream for free on Pluto TV and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK (1967)

This November, our Film Discussion Group is exploring the film adaptations of Neil Simon!

Neil Simon was an American playwright, screenwriter and author. After getting his start in the early days of television, Simon went on to write more than 30 plays and nearly the same number of movie screenplays, mostly film adaptations of his plays. His style ranged from farce to romantic comedy to more serious dramatic comedy. In 1966, he had four successful productions running on Broadway at the same time and, in 1983, he became the only living playwright to have a New York theatre, the Neil Simon Theatre, named in his honor. He won and was nominated for numerous awards including winning three Tony awards and four Academy Award nominations. His list of notable works includes Brighton Beach Memoirs, Biloxi Blues, Come Blow Your Horn, Barefoot in the Park, The Odd Couple, Lost in Yonkers, and The Goodbye Girl.

• Moderator: John Perkins

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: SFS Discord (https://discord.gg/KqJt9khb)

  • Discord is an online messaging and voice/video call platform. Communication takes place within virtual communities called "servers". Servers are typically made up of a collection of various chat rooms and voice channels. Initial entrance to a server is facilitated via an "invite link".

    Due to the odd scheduling of this month, all discussions will take place on the Seattle Film Society Discord server. We will return to in-person discussions in January.

• Where to Watch: Barefoot in the Park is available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Phantom Thread (2017)

This October, our Film Discussion Group is taking a trip to the San Fernando Valley (with a stop-offs in London and Hawaii) for one of modern cinema’s most influential living directors. PAUL THOMAS ANDERSON: DUOS will explore the director’s work through four of his films, each centering on the give and take of two primary characters:

• Moderator: Marcus Baker

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: Seattle Film Institute | 3210 16th Ave W Seattle, WA 98119

• Where to Watch: Phantom Thread is available to stream on Netflix. It's also available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

The Master (2012)

This October, our Film Discussion Group is taking a trip to the San Fernando Valley (with a stop-offs in London and Hawaii) for one of modern cinema’s most influential living directors. PAUL THOMAS ANDERSON: DUOS will explore the director’s work through four of his films, each centering on the give and take of two primary characters:

• Moderator: Marcus Baker

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: Seattle Film Institute | 3210 16th Ave W Seattle, WA 98119

• Where to Watch: The Master is available to stream on Peacock. It's also available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

There Will Be Blood (2007)

This October, our Film Discussion Group is taking a trip to the San Fernando Valley (with a stop-offs in London and Hawaii) for one of modern cinema’s most influential living directors. PAUL THOMAS ANDERSON: DUOS will explore the director’s work through four of his films, each centering on the give and take of two primary characters:

• Moderator: Marcus Baker

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: Seattle Film Institute | 3210 16th Ave W Seattle, WA 98119

• Where to Watch: There Will Be Blood is available to stream on The Criterion Channel and Paramount+. It's also available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Punch-Drunk Love (2002)

This October, our Film Discussion Group is taking a trip to the San Fernando Valley (with a stop-offs in London and Hawaii) for one of modern cinema’s most influential living directors. PAUL THOMAS ANDERSON: DUOS will explore the director’s work through four of his films, each centering on the give and take of two primary characters:

• Moderator: Marcus Baker

• Meeting Time: 7pm 

• Place: Seattle Film Institute | 3210 16th Ave W Seattle, WA 98119

• Where to Watch: Punch Drunk Love is available to stream on The Criterion Channel. It's also available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Bernie (2011)

We're excited to kick off a new series this month on Richard Linklater. Here are the details:

• Moderator: Ben Johnson

• Meeting Time: 6pm 

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Bernie can be streamed on Amazon Prime, Kanopy, Criterion Channel, and Tubi or rented via Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Boyhood (2014)

We're excited to kick off a new series this month on Richard Linklater. Here are the details:

• Moderator: Patrick Walsh

• Meeting Time: 6pm 

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Boyhood can be streamed on Kanopy, Criterion Channel, and Mubi or rented via Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

Dazed and Confused (1993)

We're excited to kick off a new series this month on Richard Linklater. Here are the details:

• Moderator: Alexis Thornton

• Meeting Time: 6pm 

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Dazed and Confused can be rented via Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

SCREWBALL (2018)

We're excited to kick off a new series this month doing a couple Documentary One-Offs. Here are the details:

• Moderator: Caity Petterson

• Meeting Time: 6pm 

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Searching for Sugar Man can be streamed for free on Kanopy, or rented via Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

SEARCHING FOR SUGAR MAN (2012)

We're excited to kick off a new series this month doing a couple Documentary One-Offs. Here are the details:

• Moderator: Alexis Thornton

• Meeting Time: 6pm 

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Searching for Sugar Man can be rented via Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

HARLAN COUNTY USA (1976)

We're excited to kick off a new series this month doing a couple Documentary One-Offs. This week we'll be covering Barbara Kopple's 1976 labor doc Harlan County USA. Here are the details:

• Moderator: Marcus Baker

• Meeting Time: 6pm 

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Harlan County USA is available to stream on MAX and The Criterion Channel. It can also be rented via Amazon, Apple, and Google.

As always, we encourage all of you to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film. If something strikes you or grabs you, jot it down and let's talk about it! We're all here to improve our understanding of film so don't be afraid to chime in.

CHINATOWN (1974)

This July we’ll be covering The Influences of CHINATOWN (1974)

CHINATOWN (1974) is an American neo-noir mystery directed by Roman Polanski from a screenplay by Robert Towne starring Jack Nicholson and Faye Dunaway. Widely lauded as one of the greatest films of all time, the film focuses on a series of disputes over water rights in Los Angeles and features a multi-layered story that is part mystery and part psychological drama. It was nominated for 11 Academy Awards upon release, winning Best Original Screenplay for Towne. It is frequently cited as among the most influential films ever made.

• Moderator: Alexis Thornton

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: the film is available to stream for free on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Paramount+, and for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

THE BIG SLEEP (1946)

+ WHEN ANGELS FALL (1959, Short)

This July we’ll be covering The Influences of CHINATOWN (1974)

CHINATOWN (1974) is an American neo-noir mystery directed by Roman Polanski from a screenplay by Robert Towne starring Jack Nicholson and Faye Dunaway. Widely lauded as one of the greatest films of all time, the film focuses on a series of disputes over water rights in Los Angeles and features a multi-layered story that is part mystery and part psychological drama. It was nominated for 11 Academy Awards upon release, winning Best Original Screenplay for Towne. It is frequently cited as among the most influential films ever made.

• Moderator: Alexis Thornton

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: THE BIG SLEEP (1946) is available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google. WHEN ANGELS FALL (1959) can be found on YouTube

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

HAMLET (1948)

+ TWO MEN AND A WARDROBE (1958, Short)

This July we’ll be covering The Influences of CHINATOWN (1974)

CHINATOWN (1974) is an American neo-noir mystery directed by Roman Polanski from a screenplay by Robert Towne starring Jack Nicholson and Faye Dunaway. Widely lauded as one of the greatest films of all time, the film focuses on a series of disputes over water rights in Los Angeles and features a multi-layered story that is part mystery and part psychological drama. It was nominated for 11 Academy Awards upon release, winning Best Original Screenplay for Towne. It is frequently cited as among the most influential films ever made.

• Moderator: Alexis Thornton

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: HAMLET (1948) is available to stream for free on Amazon Prime, Criterion Channel, Max and Tubi and for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google. TWO MEN AND A WARDROBE (1958) can be found on YouTube

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

Odd Man Out (1947)

This July we’ll be covering The Influences of CHINATOWN (1974)

CHINATOWN (1974) is an American neo-noir mystery directed by Roman Polanski from a screenplay by Robert Towne starring Jack Nicholson and Faye Dunaway. Widely lauded as one of the greatest films of all time, the film focuses on a series of disputes over water rights in Los Angeles and features a multi-layered story that is part mystery and part psychological drama. It was nominated for 11 Academy Awards upon release, winning Best Original Screenplay for Towne. It is frequently cited as among the most influential films ever made.

• Moderator: Alexis Thornton

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: the film is available to stream for free on Amazon Prime, Criterion Channel, Max and Tubi and for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

Tangerine (2015)

This June we’ll be covering the THE DUPLASS BROTHERS.

Mark and Jay Duplass are a filmmaking duo that founded the production company, “Duplass Brothers Productions”. Through this company they wrote, produced, directed and starred in a collection of independent short films and features, starting in 1996.

They first gained major recognition when they released THE PUFFY CHAIR (2005) at the Sundance Film Festival. From there they continued to create and release projects, becoming major components of the late-2000's + early-2010's mumblecore and independent film movements. They are now the producers behind over 65+ feature and short films.

• Moderator: John Perkins

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: the film is available to stream for free on Pluto TV and Tubi and for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

Jeff Who Lives at Home (2011)

This June we’ll be covering the THE DUPLASS BROTHERS.

Mark and Jay Duplass are a filmmaking duo that founded the production company, “Duplass Brothers Productions”. Through this company they wrote, produced, directed and starred in a collection of independent short films and features, starting in 1996.

They first gained major recognition when they released THE PUFFY CHAIR (2005) at the Sundance Film Festival. From there they continued to create and release projects, becoming major components of the late-2000's + early-2010's mumblecore and independent film movements. They are now the producers behind over 65+ feature and short films.

• Moderator: John Perkins

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: the film is available to stream for free on Pluto TV and for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

Scrapple (2004, Short) &

Do-Deca-Pentathlon (2012)

This June we’ll be covering the THE DUPLASS BROTHERS. This week we’ll be discussing one of their shorts and one of their features.

Mark and Jay Duplass are a filmmaking duo that founded the production company, “Duplass Brothers Productions”. Through this company they wrote, produced, directed and starred in a collection of independent short films and features, starting in 1996.

They first gained major recognition when they released THE PUFFY CHAIR (2005) at the Sundance Film Festival. From there they continued to create and release projects, becoming major components of the late-2000's + early-2010's mumblecore and independent film movements. They are now the producers behind over 65+ feature and short films.

• Moderator: John Perkins

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch:

  • Scrapple (2004) is available to stream on YouTube.

  • Do-Deca-Pentathlon (2012) is available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

This is John (2003, Short) &

The Puffy Chair (2005)

This June we’ll be covering the THE DUPLASS BROTHERS. This week we’ll be discussing one of their shorts and one of their features.

Mark and Jay Duplass are a filmmaking duo that founded the production company, “Duplass Brothers Productions”. Through this company they wrote, produced, directed and starred in a collection of independent short films and features, starting in 1996.

They first gained major recognition when they released THE PUFFY CHAIR (2005) at the Sundance Film Festival. From there they continued to create and release projects, becoming major components of the late-2000's + early-2010's mumblecore and independent film movements. They are now the producers behind over 65+ feature and short films.

• Moderator: John Perkins

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch:

  • This is John (2003) is available to stream on YouTube.

  • The Puffy Chair (2005) is available to stream free on Freevee and for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

In the Heights (2021)

This May we’ll covering the theme of STAGE TO SCREEN: THE CIRCLE OF LIFE.

Film has maintained a symbiotic relationship with theatre since the inception of the medium. With the advent of sound in the 1930’s, a new avenue for this relationship was born: The Movie Musical. From its peak in the golden age of Hollywood to its Modern counterparts, this series will explore the way film and theatre inform and influence each other. What are the similarities, what are the differences, and how can we continue to grow and discover the possibilities of our storytelling capabilities together?

• Moderator: Caity Petterson

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Available to stream on Max, and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

Mamma Mia! (2008)

This May we’ll covering the theme of STAGE TO SCREEN: THE CIRCLE OF LIFE.

Film has maintained a symbiotic relationship with theatre since the inception of the medium. With the advent of sound in the 1930’s, a new avenue for this relationship was born: The Movie Musical. From its peak in the golden age of Hollywood to its Modern counterparts, this series will explore the way film and theatre inform and influence each other. What are the similarities, what are the differences, and how can we continue to grow and discover the possibilities of our storytelling capabilities together?

• Moderator: Caity Petterson

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Available to stream on Netflix, and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

The Lion King (1994)

This May we’ll covering the theme of STAGE TO SCREEN: THE CIRCLE OF LIFE.

Film has maintained a symbiotic relationship with theatre since the inception of the medium. With the advent of sound in the 1930’s, a new avenue for this relationship was born: The Movie Musical. From its peak in the golden age of Hollywood to its Modern counterparts, this series will explore the way film and theatre inform and influence each other. What are the similarities, what are the differences, and how can we continue to grow and discover the possibilities of our storytelling capabilities together?

• Moderator: Caity Petterson

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Available to stream on Disney+, and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

West Side Story (1961)

This May we’ll covering the theme of STAGE TO SCREEN: THE CIRCLE OF LIFE.

Film has maintained a symbiotic relationship with theatre since the inception of the medium. With the advent of sound in the 1930’s, a new avenue for this relationship was born: The Movie Musical. From its peak in the golden age of Hollywood to its Modern counterparts, this series will explore the way film and theatre inform and influence each other. What are the similarities, what are the differences, and how can we continue to grow and discover the possibilities of our storytelling capabilities together?

• Moderator: Caity Petterson

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Available to stream on Amazon Prime and Tubi, and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

Funny Girl (1968)

This May we’ll covering the theme of STAGE TO SCREEN: THE CIRCLE OF LIFE.

Film has maintained a symbiotic relationship with theatre since the inception of the medium. With the advent of sound in the 1930’s, a new avenue for this relationship was born: The Movie Musical. From its peak in the golden age of Hollywood to its Modern counterparts, this series will explore the way film and theatre inform and influence each other. What are the similarities, what are the differences, and how can we continue to grow and discover the possibilities of our storytelling capabilities together?

• Moderator: Caity Petterson

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Available to stream on Amazon Prime, and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

PlayTime (1967)

This April, our film discussion group will be stumbling, bumbling, and mumbling our way through the classic French comedies of the singular Jacques Tati! An influence on directors ranging from Wes Anderson to David Lynch, Tati's composition-heavy style and Keaton-esque sight gags lent themselves to contrasting studies of flailing modernity that is as politically potent as it is light on its feet.

• Moderator: Laura Paul

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Available to stream on Kanopy and Criterion, and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

Trafic (1971)

This April, our film discussion group will be stumbling, bumbling, and mumbling our way through the classic French comedies of the singular Jacques Tati! An influence on directors ranging from Wes Anderson to David Lynch, Tati's composition-heavy style and Keaton-esque sight gags lent themselves to contrasting studies of flailing modernity that is as politically potent as it is light on its feet.

• Moderator: Marcus Baker

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Available to stream on Criterion, and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

Mon Oncle (1958)

This April, our film discussion group will be stumbling, bumbling, and mumbling our way through the classic French comedies of the singular Jacques Tati! An influence on directors ranging from Wes Anderson to David Lynch, Tati's composition-heavy style and Keaton-esque sight gags lent themselves to contrasting studies of flailing modernity that is as politically potent as it is light on its feet.

• Moderator: Laura Paul

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Available to stream on Max and Criterion, and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!

Monsieur Hulot's Holiday (1953)

This April, our film discussion group will be stumbling, bumbling, and mumbling our way through the classic French comedies of the singular Jacques Tati! An influence on directors ranging from Wes Anderson to David Lynch, Tati's composition-heavy style and Keaton-esque sight gags lent themselves to contrasting studies of flailing modernity that is as politically potent as it is light on its feet.

• Moderator: Laura Paul

• Meeting Time: 6pm

• Place: 320 16th Ave, Seattle WA 98122

• Where to Watch: Available to stream on Kanopy, Max and Criterion, and available for rental on Amazon, Apple, and Google.

These are energetic, film-school style discussions where the goal is simply to gain a better understanding of the film itself. Feel free to come prepared with notes, questions, and thoughts about the film- and you're still welcome to join even if you haven't seen the film. See you there!