Man on Wire
Directed by James Marsh / 2008 / US / 94 minutes
Philippe Petit is a man beguiled by heights who has a single goal in mind: to walk a tightrope between the two towers of The World Trade Center in 1974. In this intriguing documentary, we follow him on his unique quest, which unfolds like the most suspenseful of heist capers with a good-hearted eccentric at its heart. www.manonwire.com
Fri. Aug. 29 at 9:00
Sat. Aug. 30 at 6:30
Sun. Aug. 31 at 2:30 and 7:30
Mon. Sept. 1 at 9:00
Tues. Sept. 2 at 6:30
Wed. Sept. 3 at 9:00
Thurs. Sept. 4 at 6;30
Man on Wire
Directed by James Marsh / 2008 / US / 94 minutes
Philippe Petit is a man beguiled by heights who has a single goal in mind: to walk a tightrope between the two towers of The World Trade Center in 1974. In this intriguing documentary, we follow him on his unique quest, which unfolds like the most suspenseful of heist capers with a good-hearted eccentric at its heart.
www.manonwire.com
Man on Wire
Directed by James Marsh / 2008 / US / 94 minutes
Philippe Petit is a man beguiled by heights who has a single goal in mind: to walk a tightrope between the two towers of The World Trade Center in 1974. In this intriguing documentary, we follow him on his unique quest, which unfolds like the most suspenseful of heist capers with a good-hearted eccentric at its heart.
www.manonwire.com
Man on Wire
Directed by James Marsh / 2008 / US / 94 minutes
Philippe Petit is a man beguiled by heights who has a single goal in mind: to walk a tightrope between the two towers of The World Trade Center in 1974. In this intriguing documentary, we follow him on his unique quest, which unfolds like the most suspenseful of heist capers with a good-hearted eccentric at its heart.
www.manonwire.com
The Last Mistress
Directed by Catherine Breillat / 2008 / France, Italy / French with English subtitles / 104 minutes
Erotically provacative director Catherine Breillat’s bodice ripper/literary adaptation stars the mesmerizingly feral force of nature, Asia Argento. An impoverished mid-19th century aristocrat relates the scandalous history of his decade-long affair with the notorious La Vellini to the family of his wealthy intended. Acclaimed by critics across the country, it’s a must-see! www.ifcfilms.com
The Last Mistress
Directed by Catherine Breillat / 2008 / France, Italy / French with English subtitles / 104 minutes
Erotically provacative director Catherine Breillat’s bodice ripper/literary adaptation stars the mesmerizingly feral force of nature, Asia Argento. An impoverished mid-19th century aristocrat relates the scandalous history of his decade-long affair with the notorious La Vellini to the family of his wealthy intended. Acclaimed by critics across the country, it’s a must-see! www.ifcfilms.com
WALL-E
Directed by Andrew Stanton / 2008 / US / 97 minutes
It is 700 years into the future and the only inhabitant left on Earth is WALL*E, a solar powered, trash compacting robot. He spends his days squishing the last remnants of life into dense cubes. And then one day a ship appears, which contains a sleek, blue-eyed robot called Eve, and our robot hero is immediately smitten. A love story for the ages, WALL*E is also a stirring sci-fi tale that will enchant all humans. www.disney.go.com/disneypictures/wall-e
WALL-E
Directed by Andrew Stanton / 2008 / US / 97 minutes
It is 700 years into the future and the only inhabitant left on Earth is WALL*E, a solar powered, trash compacting robot. He spends his days squishing the last remnants of life into dense cubes. And then one day a ship appears, which contains a sleek, blue-eyed robot called Eve, and our robot hero is immediately smitten. A love story for the ages, WALL*E is also a stirring sci-fi tale that will enchant all humans. www.disney.go.com/disneypictures/wall-e
OPEN call 360-754-5378 or check www.olympiafilmsociety.org if title is not listed.
OPEN call 360-754-5378 or check www.olympiafilmsociety.org if title is not listed.
OPEN call 360-754-5378 or check www.olympiafilmsociety.org if title is not listed.
OPEN call 360-754-5378 or check www.olympiafilmsociety.org if title is not listed.
Saturday, September 13- HELP US BUILD A NEW MARQUE!
Charlie Chaplin's "Dough and Dynamite” with musical accompaniment by Andy Crow
1:30pm doors/2:00pm screening
Kids under 12 FREE!
$5.00 OFS Members/$7.50 General Admission
Olympia Film Society is now raising funds to fabricate and install a beautiful replica of the historic Capitol Theater's original 1924 marquee to be unveiled on opening night of this year's 25th Annual Olympia Film Festival!
In an effort to make families and silent film fans a part of what promises to be a crowning jewel of not just the Capitol Theater but of downtown Olympia, we are hosting two benefit matinee screenings of Charlie Chaplin films on 16mm with musical accompaniment by the venerable Andy Crow. Second benefit screening is on Saturday, September 27th at 2:00pm.
All Proceeds will go towards the fund to the marquee project. Your generous support will light up downtown Olympia in glowing neon for years to come!
Continued fundraising efforts will be happening throughout the next couple of months and we need your support to reach our goal of $25,000 you can contribute online at www.olympiafilmsociety.org or in the theater at the box office!
RAINBOW EATERS
Showing in the mezzanine gallery from July 25 through September 11
A group show of Olympia artist working with diverse mediums, using images from the internet to puff paints, exploring various concepts and the impact of color. Do you have a favorite color? A favorite color combination? Is there a color you find your self gravitating too regardless of if you consciously think you favor another? Did you know that babies will cry more in a yellow room then a blue room? Come check out the show for a little chromotherapy. Olympia Film Society’s Mezzanine Art Gallery is now accepting applications from artists for two exhibition spaces in the Capitol Theater.
Come join us at the FREE Gallery Reception and meet the artists of this show on Saturday, September 6th from 4:00pm-6:00pm
Saturday, September 20
Orgasmic Birth: The Best Kept Secret
2:00pm doors/2:30pm screening
$10.00 general admission
Advance tickets available at door www.boldinseattle.com/bold-seattle-tickets or at the box of day of show.
Powerful, passionate and thought provoking, Orgasmic Birth dismantles untruths about labor and birth that women have been told for generations. The women in the film are transfigured and transformed by the power of their own bodies. Proceeds benefit the Birth Attendants, Seattle Midwifery School, and Pregnant in Puget Sound.
Saturday, September 27- HELP US BUILD A NEW MARQUE!
Charlie Chaplin's "Jitney Elopement" & "A Champion" with musical accompaniment by Andy Crow
1:30pm doors/2:00pm screening
Kids under 12 FREE!
$5.00 OFS Members/$7.50 General Admission
Olympia Film Society is now raising funds to fabricate and install a beautiful replica of the historic Capitol Theater's original 1924 marquee to be unveiled on opening night of this year's 25th Annual Olympia Film Festival!
In an effort to make families and silent film fans a part of what promises to be a crowning jewel of not just the Capitol Theater but of downtown Olympia. Shown on 16mm film, with musical accompaniment by the venerable Andy Crow.
All Proceeds will go towards the fund to the marquee project. Your generous support will light up downtown Olympia in glowing neon for years to come!
Continued fundraising efforts will be happening throughout the next couple of months and we need your support to reach our goal of $25,000 you can contribute online at www.olympiafilmsociety.org or in the theater at the box office!
Monday, September 29
Theater is CLOSED for a PRIVATE EVENT