SATURDAY, JANUARY 25*, SUNDAY, JANUARY 26 & WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29
Adventure! Comedy! Romance! (And oh, so quotable!) Dashing Westley (Cary Elwes) is intent onrescuing lovely Buttercup (Robin Wright) from an unhappy fate as the bride of Prince Humperdinck (Chris Sarandon). Mandy Patinkin is a fencing master (“My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.”) and Billy Crystal is Miracle Max, a medicine man who treats the “mostly dead.” (“Have fun storming the castle!”)
1987
Rated PG
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2 & WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5
Epic love story set against the backdrop of the Civil War and winner of 10 Oscars® including Best Picture & Best Supporting Actress (Hattie McDaniel). Vivien Leigh won Best Actress for portraying Scarlett O’Hara, who goes from carefree southern belle (“Fiddle-dee-dee!”) to indomitable heroine (“Tomorrow…is another day!”). Clark Gable is Rhett Butler, the charming rogue who pursues her. (“Frankly, my dear…”)
1939
Rated PG
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12 & FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14 (VALENTINE’S DAY)*
World War II love story and Best Picture Oscar® winner starring Humphrey Bogart as a cynical cafe owner who is more of a romantic than he lets on (“Here’s looking at you, kid”). When long-lost love Ingrid Bergman shows up in Casablanca, sparks fly. Claude Rains is Captain Renault, whose approach to law enforcement is, well, flexible. (“I’m shocked, SHOCKED, to find that gambling is going on in here.”)
1942
Rated PG
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16 & WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19
Gregory Peck won an Oscar® for his portrayal of Atticus Finch, a courageous lawyer defending a black man (Brock Peters) in a small southern town in the 1930’s. Atticus’s relationship with his young daughter Scout (Mary Badham) is the heart of this touching, powerful film based on Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize- winning novel. (“You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view...”)
1962
Unrated
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23 & WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26
“As far back as I can remember, I always wanted to be a gangster.” Director Martin Scorsese’s classic chronicle of life in the mob, based on the true story of gangster Henry Hill (Ray Liotta). The killer cast includes Robert DeNiro, Lorraine Bracco, Paul Sorvino and Joe Pesci, who won an Oscar® for his performance as the volatile Tommy DeVito (“I’m funny how? Funny, like, I’m a clown? I amuse you?”)
1990
Rated R
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 & WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20
“All aboard!” On Christmas Eve a boy takes a mysterious train bound for the North Pole, in this adaptation of the beloved children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. The performance-capture animation used by director Robert Zemeckis made it possible for Tom Hanks to play six roles, including the conductor (“Tickets, please!”) and Santa Claus. (“The true spirit of Christmas lies in your heart.”)
2004
Rated G
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24 & WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27
Will Ferrell stars as Buddy, an elf who is, well, different from the other elves. When Papa Elf (Bob Newhart) informs Buddy that he was adopted, he sets out to find his real father (James Caan). A modern Christmas classic, thanks to Ferrell’s endearing performance as Buddy (“Son of a nutcracker!”), whose childlike Christmas spirit softens the most cynical of hearts. (“Santa, HERE? I know him, I know him!”)
2003
Rated PG
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1 & WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4
Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) is determined to have a “good old-fashioned family Christmas,’’ but Cousin Eddie (Randy Quaid) and a house full of wacky relatives don’t make it easy. Chase and Quaid are joined by fellow Saturday Night Live alumni Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Brian Doyle-Murray. Beverly D’Angelo is Clark’s always supportive wife, Ellen. (“We checked every bulb, didn’t we?”)
1989
Rated PG-13
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8 & WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11
Love is in the air with this irresistible romantic comedy set in London during the Christmas season. The varied plotlines, all of them with love as their theme, feature a first-rate ensemble cast that includes Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, Liam Neeson, Keira Knightley, Colin Firth and Bill Nighy as a jaded rock star with a mischievous wit. (“Despite all my complaining, we have had a wonderful life!”)
2003
Rated R
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10 & WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13
Writer-director Quentin Tarantino’s landmark crime drama is also a dark comedy, filled with surprises. John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson star as hitmen who banter about things outside their violent profession (“You know what they call a Quarter Pounder with cheese in Paris?”) Nominated for 7 Oscars® including Best Picture and winner for its VERY original screenplay. (“They call it a Royale with cheese.”)
1994
Rated R
SATURDAY, JULY 13, SUNDAY, JULY 14 & WEDNESDAY, JULY 17
(“Hey, you guys!”) Beloved 1980’s adventure comedy presented by Steven Spielberg, with music by Cyndi Lauper and REO Speedwagon (it doesn’t get any more 80’s than that!) A group of young friends find an old pirate’s map and their search for buried treasure is full of spooky caves, booby traps, and harrowing situations that strengthen their bonds of friendship. (“Goonies never say die!”)
1985
Rated PG
SUNDAY, JULY 21 & WEDNESDAY, JULY 24
In this first half of the epic finale of the Harry Potter series, Harry prepares for his ultimate battle with Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes). When Death Eaters seize control of the Ministry of Magic, Harry and his friends must rely on one another more than ever to find the Horcruxes which contain parts of the Dark Lord’s soul…before it’s too late. (“These are dark times, there is no denying.”)
2010
Rated PG-13
SUNDAY, JULY 28 & WEDNESDAY, JULY 31
You’ll have “the time of your life” at this romantic crowd-pleaser, set at a summer resort in 1963. Jennifer Grey (Ferris Bueller’s sister) plays Baby, a rich girl attracted to a working-class dance instructor (Patrick Swayze). Tough guy Swayze’s experience with the Joffrey Ballet (who knew?) prepared him for the role. We dare you to sit still during the film’s big finish. (“Nobody puts Baby in a corner.”)
1987
Rated PG-13
SUNDAY, AUGUST 4 & WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7
Every moment he has lived has led to this: the powerful conclusion to the Harry Potter series. Harry and his friends Ron and Hermione take their stand on the ramparts of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for the final showdown between Harry (“Let’s finish this the way we started…together!”) and his arch-enemy Lord Voldemort. (“Harry Potter…the boy who lived…come to die!”)
2011
Rated PG-13
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, SUNDAY, AUGUST 11 & WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14
Treat the whole family to this animated science fiction adventure directed by Brad Bird (The Incredibles) about a giant robot who falls from outer space and is befriended by a curious, caring boy (“Welcome to downtown ‘Coolsville.’ Population: Us!”) A cult classic, presented here in its Signature Edition with footage not included in the initial theatrical release. (“You are who you choose to be.”)
1999
Rated PG
SUNDAY, AUGUST 18 & WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21
Spirited teen comedy that became a surprise hit and a cult classic. In the cutthroat world of competitive cheerleading, two high school squads are headed for an epic showdown. Led by rival captains Kirsten Dunst (‘This is not a democracy, it’s a cheer-ocracy.”) and Gabrielle Union, the two teams stop at nothing to achieve cheerleading perfection (“THESE are not spirit fingers…THESE are spirit fingers!”)
2000
Rated PG-13
SUNDAY, AUGUST 25 & WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28
Rousing road comedy, second only to Star Wars as the highest grossing movie of 1977. Burt Reynolds is the fun-loving trucker, Bandit, who gives runaway bride Sally Field a lift, and country singer Jerry Reed is his sidekick, Snowman. Jackie Gleason plays exasperated Sheriff Buford T. Justice, the “Smokey” who is hot on Bandit’s tail. (“Let me have a Diablo sandwich, a Dr. Pepper, and make it fast!”)
1977
Rated PG
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 & WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
The first chapter in director Peter Jackson’s landmark trilogy, based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic fantasy novels. In the mythological world of Middle Earth, a ring lost for centuries must be found and destroyed to prevent the dark lord who created it from enslaving the world. Presented with additional footage not seen in the original theatrical version. (“One ring to rule them all…”)
2001
PG-13
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 & WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
In Chapter Two of the epic adventure, presented with additional footage not seen in the original theatrical version, Frodo Baggins and the other members of the Fellowship continue their sacred quest to destroy the One Ring. Along the way they meet Gollum, a grotesque creature who owned the ring for 500 years and is obsessed with getting it back. (“Must have the precious. They stole it from us!”)
2002
PG-13
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 & WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
In this thrilling climax to the trilogy, armies mass for a final battle that will decide the fate of the world. And one member of the Fellowship of the Ring is revealed as the noble heir to the throne of the Kings of Men. Winner of 11 Academy Awards®, including Best Picture and Best Director (Peter Jackson), and presented here with footage not seen in the original theatrical version. (“My friends…you bow to no one.”)
2003
PG-13
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 & WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
Psychological thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock, the “Master of Suspense.” Janet Leigh plays a woman on the lam who checks into the mysterious Bates Motel. The property appears to be deserted except for the proprietor Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins) and his mother. Hitchcock’s biggest hit, presented here with restored footage cut from the original theatrical release. (“A boy’s best friend is his mother.”)
1960
Rated R
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 & WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2
Stanley Kubrick’s horror classic, based on Stephen King’s best-selling novel. Jack Nicholson (“Here’s Johnny!”) is the caretaker of a closed hotel with a really…bad…past. He and his family are virtually alone in the spooky old building. Or are they? Shelley Duvall, as Nicholson’s distraught wife, discovers her husband is turning into someone she barely recognizes. (“All work and no play make Jack a dull boy.”)
1980
Rated R
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 & WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9
Wedding bells are ringing for 18-year-old Bella (Kristen Stewart) and her dreamy 104-year-old vampire boyfriend Edward (Robert Pattinson). When an unexpected event cuts the honeymoon short and threatens Bella’s life, shapeshifter werewolf Jacob (Taylor Lautner) once again proves his friendship for Bella. (“If you kill her, you kill me!”)
2011
Rated PG-13
SATURDAY, MAY 18, SUNDAY, MAY 19 & WEDNESDAY, MAY 22
Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes) is on the march, but new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher Dolores Umbrage (Imelda Staunton) is in denial (“You have been told that a certain dark wizard is at large. This is a lie!”). Harry and his friends form “Dumbledore’s Army” to defend Hogwarts (“Every great wizard…has started out as nothing more than what we are now. If they can do it, why not us?”)
2007
Rated PG-13
SUNDAY, MAY 26, MONDAY, MAY 27 (MEMORIAL DAY) & WEDNESDAY, MAY 29
Time-travel comedy adventure from Steven Spielberg & Robert Zemeckis. 80’s teenager Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) teams up with mad scientist Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd). (“Doc, are you telling me you built a time machine … out of a DeLorean?”) Marty is transported to the year 1955 and must find a way to get “back to the future.” (“Roads? Where we’re going, we don’t need roads!”)
1985
Rated PG
