A COMPLETE UNKNOWN – December 25th!

Watch Trailer Director: James Mangold
Cast: Timothée Chalamet, Edward Norton, Elle Fanning, Boyd Holbrook

By early 1965, Bob Dylan had helped revive the traditions of American folk music, had rocketed to stardom, and was considered by many to be the “voice of his generation” due to the massive popularity of his anti-war protest anthems. However, March of that year saw the release of his ground-breaking LP Brining It All Back Home — an attempt to move beyond the confines of the stereotypical folk-singer-with-acoustic-and-harmonica by featuring an electrified rock band as his ensemble. Moreover, Dylan performed live with a rock band later that year at the Newport Folk Festival. Both of these events stirred great controversy among followers of pop culture who felt betrayed by Dylan seemingly turning his back on the traditional songs that made him successful. However, had he not made these moves, the history of music would unarguably be quite different.

This is the subject matter of A Complete Unknown, a new bio-pic — based on the book Dylan Goes Electric! by Elijah Wald — about Dylan during this tumultuous time in his career. Timothée Chalamet stars in the lead role with a fantastic supporting cast playing several iconic personalities from that time period in Dylan’s life. There have been several bio-pics about Dylan over the years, but none have been specifically devoted to examining this seminal turning point in his career.

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THE BRUTALIST

Watch Trailer Director: Brady Corbet
Cast: Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce, Isaach de Bankolé

Adrien Brody stars in a new sweeping historical drama from A24 Studios!

Lázló Tóth (Brody) is a Hungarian Jew who, after becoming separated from his wife during the Holocaust of World War II, makes his way to Philadelphia to start a new life and pursue the American Dream. A chance encounter with a wealthy man gives Tóth the opportunity to use his skills as an architect to not only refurbish a lavish estate, but also his marriage and his life.

Directed by Brady Corbet (Melancholia, The Clouds of Sils Maria), The Brutalist is being hailed by critics and audiences for the full scope of its quality. In addition to Brody, the film also stars Felicity Jones and Guy Pearce.

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Similar in tone to such Paul Thomas Anderson films as There Will Be Blood and The Master, Mr. Corbet’s often-staggering movie casts an unsentimental look at the price of greatness.

Kyle Smith
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KINDS OF KINDNESS: Last Day Thursday, July 18th

Watch Trailer Director: Yorgos Lanthimos
Cast: Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Willem Defoe, Hunter Shafer

Coming hot on the heels of the resounding success of Poor Things, Yorgos Lanthimos is back with a new film starring an ensemble cast that includes Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, and Willem Dafoe.

Lanthimos has constructed Kinds of Kindness around the principle of a “triptych” – three separate segments that follow characters dealing with existentially challenging situations: A man strives to out-maneuver the path that life has predetermined for him, a police officer and his wife wrestle with uncertainty after she suspiciously returns from an alleged drowning incident, and a woman goes in search of an unorthodox spiritual guide as the result of a prophesy.

 

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MAXXXINE

Watch Trailer Director: Ti West
Cast: Mia Goth, Elizabeth Debicki, Bobby Canavale, Giancarlo Espisito, Halsey, Kevin Bacon

Mia Goth returns to reprise her role as aspiring (adult) film star Maxine “Max” Minx in Maxxxine, the third installment of Ti West’s critically-acclaimed “X” franchise of slasher-horror films from A24 Studios.

The year is 1985 and Max has survived the (classic slasher film-style) massacre on a rural Texas farm and is still seeking fame on the big screen. She finally gets her big break; however, this time there’s a serial killer known as the “Night Stalker” preying upon young starlets on the streets of L.A. Not only that, but Max’s newfound notoriety also threatens to expose her checkered past. It remains to be seen whether reaching the top of the ladder of success will be worth the price.

A direct sequel to X, this latest film peers behind the curtain of the Hollywood film industry and features a supporting cast that includes Bobby Cannavale (Boardwalk Empire), pop musician Halsey, Giancarlo Esposito (Breaking Bad), and the-man-who’s-in-every-movie Kevin Bacon.  It’s not only a modern homage to legendary horror films of the past, it is also a love letter to the 80’s – a groundbreaking decade for entertainment and pop culture in general. Following the resounding success of its two predecessors, Maxxxine is almost guaranteed to be a hit with fans and critics alike!

 

 

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PERFECT DAYS: Last Day Tuesday, March 19th

Watch Trailer Director: Wim Wenders
Cast: Koji Yakusho, Tokio Emoto, Arisa Nakano
Awards: Best Actor, Palm d'Or (nom) - Cannes Film Festival; Best Int'l Feature Film (nom) - Oscars
Language: Japanese

Hirayama leads an unglamorous life as a Tokyo toilet cleaner, though he has found contentment in the simpler things like collecting classic rock cassettes, reading books, and photographing trees. His days have a Zen-like structure, ritually arising at dawn, going about his work, and devoting time to his pleasurable pursuits. This approach to life has not resulted in success as measured by the modern world, but it has given him wisdom and insight into what is truly important about Life. Things begin to change, however, as external events begin to have an impact on his sphere of contentment. Will his life unravel, or will he be able to wield his hard-won wisdom and impart it to the people who have come along to shake up his peaceful little world..?

From legendary director Wim Wenders, this latest film is a perfect slice of peace in these tumultuous times. Japanese actor Koji Yokusho (who has won the Best Actor award at this year’s Cannes Film Festival) stars in the lead role alongside Tokio Emoto and Arisa Nakano. Perfect Days has been nominated for a Best International Feature Film Oscar at this year’s Academy Awards, and will surely be an unforgettable addition to Wender’s illustrious cinematic career.

 

 

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THE TASTE OF THINGS: Last Day Wednesday, March 20th

Watch Trailer Director: Trần Anh Hùng
Writer(s): Trần Anh Hùng
Cast: Juliette Binoche, Benoît Magimel
Awards: Cannes Film Festival - Best Director, Palm d'Or (nominated)

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Eugénie and Dodin have paired their skills in the kitchen for 20 years. During that time, working closely together and relying on each another, they’ve not only prepared meals of exquisite quality but have also kindled feelings for one another. Eugénie enjoys her freedom, however, and has done her best to keep Dodin at arms length…that is, until Dodin finally cooks her a meal that she cannot resist.

Academy Award-winning actress Juliette Binoche stars opposite Benoît Magimel (Binoche’s one-time partner in real life) in this deliciously romantic period-piece set in France in the 1880’s. THE TASTE OF THINGS is a love letter to food and to love — the kind of film that is a feast for the eyes and mouth-wateringly charming.

 

 

 

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OU School of Film

With its rich tradition of fostering the development of young filmmakers and cultivating a deep love for the artform of cinema, Ohio University’s School of Film continues in its mission of immersing students in the study of film concepts to further educate them about the role film plays as a dynamic cultural force and an expressive means of storytelling.

While its one thing to learn about film in the classroom and in hands-on filmmaking exercises, its another thing entirely to be able to see your finished product on the actual “big screen”. That’s where we come in! The Athena is proud to coordinate with the faculty and student body of the School of Film to regularly showcase the work of students from both the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs each semester.

These screenings are often well-attended by SoF faculty, students, and their families; however, we strongly encourage the community to join us in taking part in celebrating the hard work and sheer creative joy that these nascent films convey. Chances are you’ll someday see the names of these budding young artists in the credits of your favorite feature film!

For more info about the Film program available via OHIO’s College of Fine Arts, visit their website here

 

 

 

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AMERICAN FICTION: Last Day Thursday, March 7th

Watch Trailer Director: Cord Jefferson
Cast: Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, Sterling K Brown

Jeffrey Wright stars as Thelonious “Monk” Ellison, a struggling writer who decides half-jokingly to write a book that leans heavily into “Black” stereotypes to appease his publishing company (but, also, a little out of spite). The book, however, becomes an unexpected critical and financial success, and Ellison is faced with dealing with the fame and fallout from his underhanded act.

A smart and sharp comedy, AMERICAN FICTION has been highly praised by critics and is considered by many to be Jeffrey Wright’s finest performance in a career full of stellar roles. Featuring a fantastic supporting cast that includes Tracee Ellis Ross, Sterling K Brown, and John Ortiz, AMERICAN FICTION has not only won numerous awards on the independent film festival circuit, but has also been nominated for Best Picture by both the Golden Globes and The Critic’s Choice awards councils.

 

 

 

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LOVE LIES BLEEDING: Last Day Sunday, April 7th

Watch Trailer Director: Rose Glass
Cast: Kristen Stewart, Katy, O'Brian, Ed Harris, Dave Franco

Kristen Stewart stars as “Lou”, a small town gym owner who’s trying to toe the straight-and-narrow and get out from under the shadow of her family’s criminal tendencies. When up-and-coming bodybuilder Jackie (Katy O’Brian) passes through on her way to a big competition in Las Vegas, Lou falls hard for her and the two begin a passionate love affair. The flames of passion, however, end up kindling a bigger inferno that ultimately engulfs them in a wildfire of revenge.

From A24 Studios, Love Lies Bleeding is a steamy, edgy romantic thriller that could have been pulled from the pages of an old pulp novel. This sophomore effort from British filmmaker Rose Glass (Saint Maud) also features a tour-de-force performance from Ed Harris as Lou’s father/nemesis “Lou Sr.”

 

 

 

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Love Lies Bleeding melds a greasy crime drama with a gritty love story, presenting a saga steeped in steroid-fueled rage, white trash aesthetics, and memorably bad haircuts.

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