876 East 900 South Salt Lake City, UT (801) 321-0310
(95 min, PG-13)
(2:30) Fri - Sun Only
* No 7:00 Mon 2/8 or Wed 2/10
A bright young Oxford girl in 1960's suburban London in a whirlwind romance with a smooth older man is dazzled by her new sophisticated lifestyle, and transforms from a bright-eyed schoolgirl into a knowing young woman who begins to question the situation and herself.
(105 min, R)
The latest dark comedy from the inimitable Coen Brothers (Ethan & Joel). A midwestern Jewish professor's 1967 life unravels as his wife prepares to leave, his inept brother won't move out, his kids have issues, and he consults with multiple rabbis in an attempt to cope.
111 East 300 South Salt Lake City, UT (801) 321-0310
(127 min, R)
New This Week
The latest from Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar.
(180 min, R)
New This Week
A broken-down, hard-living country music singer tries struggles for redemption.
(99 min, R)
A 52 year-old unmarried British professor in 1962 Los Angeles struggles to cope with the unexpected death of his long-time partner -- dwelling on the past, uncertain about the future, and stalked by a young student -- amidst the escalating Cuban Missile Crisis.
(122 min, PG-13)
A fantastical adventure tale of love and morality, directed by the amazing Terry Gilliam, and the last project of the late Heath Ledger. Dr. P. shapes the imaginations of patrons of his travelling-show Imaginarium, while racing against the impending due-date of a deal with the devil.
(100 min, PG)
This historically-grounded, lush period-drama narrates the turbulent early years in the rise and reign of the young Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom, including her legendary courtship and betrothal to Prince Albert.
(119 min, R)
John Hillcoat directs this drama-thriller about a father and his son venturing through a ravaged, post-apocalyptic America, trying to survive by any means possible. Based on Cormac McCarthy's eponymous Pulitzer-prized novel.
(87 min, PG)
Wes Anderson's latest film is critically acclaimed hand-animated feature based on the eponymous novel by author Roald Dahl. 3 angry chicken farmers feud with a wily Fox & his celebrity-voiced family.
(109 min, R)
The abusive life of Claireece "Precious" Jones, a 16 year old, obese, illiterate, pregnant African-American girl in 1987 Harlem, who transfers to an alternative school and begins a journey to escape her squalid circumstances.
Sundance 2010 SLFS Member Screenings
The Freebie - Friday, January 29, 2:30 PM, Broadway Centre Cinemas
I Am Love - Saturday, January 30, 2:30 PM, Broadway Centre Cinemas
Two no-charge Sundance screenings especially for SLFS Members (Panaflex & higher-level). SLFS members (Panaflex & higher-level) and a guest ($5.00 guest donation suggested) are cordially invited. 2:30 wine-n-cheese reception, screenings @ 3:00. Arrive early, seating is limited and subject to available seats.
(75 min)
3 Days Only
FREE for SLFS Members or SLC Eve Wristbands. Celebrate the end of 2009 with Salt Lake City Eve and the SLFS. The The Chaplin Mutual shorts are a dozen short films -- made by Chaplin in 18 months for the Mutual Film Corp -- that rank among the most influential classic comedies ever shot.
Broadway Centre, Various Screenings: Happy holidays from the SLFS. Holiday Family Films are FREE to the public.
It's a Wonderful Life
3:00 pm Christmas Eve (Thu 12/24/09) & 7:30 pm Christmas Day (Fri 12/25/09). See Jimmy Stuart in Frank Capra's touching 1946 masterpiece.
The Muppet Christmas Carol
Saturday 12/12/09, 10:00 am, including waffles, wassail, and a visit from Santa. Festivities begin at 10:00, film at 11:00. Seating is 1st-come-1st-served at this popular event so arrive early!
Tower Theatre, Sat 12/12/09, 2:00 PM & 6:00 PM
$15.00 admission. Advance tix available Fri 11/20 at Tower & Broadway box office.
The Salt Lake Film Society is proud to present special holiday Sing with Maria screenings of The Sound of Music, with prizes for creative costumes, gift bags, complimentary tea & cookies, and a pre-show with local talent. Come sing-along & bring the entire family, arrive early as seating is 1st-come-1st-served. Two screenings only, all ticket proceeds benefit SLFS family programs including Big Pictures Little People which brings summer films to disadvantaged youth.
Tower Theatre, Wed 12/9/09 9:00 PM
Best-of previous OpenScreen nights. View short films submitted by local filmmakers; $1.00 admission for viewing films. Email slfsopenmicnight@saltlakefilmsociety.org if any questions.
Broadway Centre, Tue 12/8/09, 7:30 PM
A rare opportunity to see Allen's classic neurotic rom-com on screen in glorious 35mm. Special one-time screening, with pre-show reception & snacks at 7:00 pm, exclusively for SLFS Members & guests. Admission is no charge for SLFS Members, donation suggested for guests. Call our Membership Coordinator, 801-746-0038, or email memberships@saltlakefilmsociety.org for details.
Tower Theatre, Mon 12/7/09, 7:00 PM
SLFS & the Westminster College Film Program present the Ivory Tower film series. December's film... Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence; FREE admission.
Broadway Centre, Fri 11/20/09, Post-7:15 Screening
Panel discussion -- about the hard-hitting issues portrayed in Precious -- with community leaders, facilitated by City Weekly film critic Scott Renshaw. Panelists include: Elli Legerski- Precious Assistant Director; Lee Daniels; Betty Sawyer- Academic Support Coordinator for the University of Utah (UofU) Center of Ethnic Student Affairs; Cathy Martinez- Director of UofU LGBT Resource Center; Debra Daniels - Director of UofU Women's Resource Center; Nubia Peña- Advocacy and Prevention Training Specialist at UofU Coalition Against Sexual Assault
Broadway Centre, Fri 11/13/09, Post-7:25 Screening
Q/A with Yes Men subject and director Andy Bichlbaum & BLM "Bidder 70" Tim DeChristopher. Q/A moderated by Troy Williams of KRCL RadioActive.
