Movies That Matter with Tom Samp: Families (1970-1996)

A FREE, 9-week course to discuss movies about American families. With the social upheavals of the 1960s and 70s, the traditional nuclear family began to change. Hollywood responded with a number of classic movies that observed family issues that are universal regardless of race, gender, age, or economic level. These films have artistic, cultural and social importance; they make us laugh, and they move us deeply. We will study great filmmaking and maybe learn a little bit about ourselves.     

(Films marked with a * are Recommended for Mature Audiences)  

*Mar. 30: “The Birdcage” (1996) Starring Robin Williams, Nathan Lane, Gene Hackman, Diane Wiest.  Time to relax and have a few laughs. Based on the play and film “La Cage Au Folles”. Williams owns a drag club in Miami, where Lane, his life partner, performs. Their son announces his engagement to the daughter of an ultra-conservative politician (Hackman). When her parents visit his family, Lane and Williams try to hide their true nature. Everything goes wrong, with hilarious results.  Screenplay by Nichols’ long-time comedy partner Elaine May.  A truly fun way to end our series.

No tickets needed.  Auditorium Doors open at 2:30pm.