FILM APPRECIATION SERIES: FRANK CAPRA SERIES
FILM APPRECIATION SERIES: FRANK CAPRA SERIES
FILM APPRECIATION SERIES: FRANK CAPRA SERIES
The Frank Capra Series is 6 Saturdays from November 7th to January 16th. Capra-Corn was a derogatory term critics used to deride and also explain Capra’s incredible popularity, as if the film-going patrons were duped by the films’ sentimentality. His characters are likable but eccentric, and flawed but moral; even the bad guys! Capra has a belief in the goodness of mankind and the possibility that problems can be overcome if people can work rationally with each other. What is impressive about these films is the craftsmanship of both the filmmaking and narrative plot; no one could tell a story better than Capra at his peak.
Please pay attention to the class schedule as we will skip certain Saturdays due to Holiday Season and conflicts at The Appell Center. Although each class officially begins at 3pm, some participants choose to come early at 2:30pm to watch bonus material such as scenes from related movies and extra content related to the series or each particular screening.
November 7 – American Madness (Released 8/4/1932) 75 minutes
November 14 – The Bitter Tea of General Yen (Released 1/3/1933) 88 minutes
November 21st – Lady for a Day (Released 9/13/1933) 96 minutes
December 5th – Mr Deeds Goes to Town (Released 4/12/1936) 115 minutes
January 9th – You Can’t Take It with You (Released 9/1/1938) 126 minutes
January 16th – State of the Union (Released 4/30/1948) 124 minutes
Film Appreciation is an ongoing class open to everyone with a love for movies. We examine and discuss in a relaxed atmosphere all aspects of film and filmmaking from how movies are made to each film’s unique place in movie history.
Our class is a dedicated, easy going group of film lovers who have respectful discussions. We talk about what makes a movie great and why some last for decades and others are lost in obscurity. Think of it as a book of the month club for movies.
Please pay attention to the schedule of this class as it will last all summer long! Although each class officially begins at 3pm, some participants choose to come early at 2:30pm to watch bonus material such as scenes from related movies and extra content related to the series or each particular screening.
The class is led by Luke MacCloskey an actor with a degree in Film Studies from the University of North Texas who has experience working on stage and screen all around the country. Please call him at 646-705-4807 or email him at lukedad@gmail.com if you have any questions about Film Appreciation.
