Full Circle

A brief rundown of what’s happening at Circle Cinema

OPENING NOVEMBER 21

Green Book
Inspired by a true story, an African-American pianist in the 1960s Deep South hires a tough guy Italian from the Bronx to be his driver and bodyguard. As they navigate racism, they use “The Green Book” as a guide for establishments that are safe for black performers. A close bond forms between them. Winner of the Audience Award at the Toronto International Film Festival, it stars Academy Award winner Mahershala Ali (“Moonlight”) and Viggo Mortensen (“Lord of the Rings” trilogy). Rated PG-13

SPECIAL EVENTS

Treasures From The Attic: Sale Event
This special Black Friday sale event is for movie buffs. Held in the art gallery lobby, the Circle will have a clearance sale for their deep archive of movie posters and merchandise, ranging from art house award-winners, foreign, and blockbusters. Many items are out of print or hard to find. Prices will vary per current market value of these classic items; sale will also include $5 bargains. (Fri., Nov. 23, 9 a.m.
to 1 p.m.)

Green Book: Q&A Event
At the 2 p.m. screening of “Green Book” (see above) on Sunday, November 25, a special Q&A will follow with members of the Threatt family from Luther, OK. They will share stories about their family-owned Route 66 filling station that was listed in the “The Green Book.” (Sun., Nov. 25, 2 p.m.)

The House That Jack Built
This disturbing crime thriller shocked audiences at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival. Matt Dillon stars as a serial killer in the 1970s who approaches each of his murders as a work of art. From controversial director Lars von Trier. (Wed., Nov. 28, 7 p.m)

Holiday Cartoons Showcase
Free Saturday afternoon event, a 1-hour showcase in the Circle art gallery of classic holiday cartoon shorts. This will kick off the Kendall Whittier Christmas “Lights On!” event that night. (Sat., Dec. 1,
4 p.m. to 5 p.m.)

The Room
The “worst movie ever made” cult phenomenon returns for two late night weekend screenings, following last year’s sold out events. “The Room” is the infamous low budget movie made by the eccentric Tommy Wiseau. Dubbed “The Citizen Kane of bad movies,” it has become popular for its “audience participation” experience. The making of the “The Room” was depicted in the Oscar-nominated biopic “The Disaster Artist” directed by James Franco, who also starred as Wiseau. (Fri., Nov. 30 & Sat., Dec. 1, 10 p.m.)

NT Live: Antony and Cleopatra
A new theatrical production of Shakespeare’s classic drama of the ill-fated couple, in this tragedy of politics, passion, and power. It stars Oscar-nominees Ralph Fiennes (“Schindler’s List”) and Sophie Okonedo (“Hotel Rwanda”).
(Thurs. Dec. 6, 6 p.m.)