A Documentary, Comedy, and Drama in November Monday Night Films at BIG ARTS

Oct. 28, 2010 - PRLog -- BIG ARTS Film Society will present award-winning films in November: a mix of comedy, documentaries, and drama in the Monday Night Film Series. Refreshments and lively discussions on Gainer Veranda follow each film.  

The November Monday Night films are as follows:
November 1- The Last Station (2009) Russia, Rated R; English
November 8 - The Ramen Girl (2008) U.S./Japan, PG-13; English/Japanese; Subtitles
November 15 - Fear and Trembling (2003) Japan, Not Rated; Subtitles
November 22 - Mid-August Lunch (2008) Italy, Not Rated; Subtitles
November 29 - In Search of Beethoven (2009) Germany, Not Rated; English

Nominated for two Oscars, The Last Station is about author Leo Tolstoy’s struggle to balance fame and wealth with his commitment to a life devoid of material things. Starring Christopher Plummer as Tolstoy in the latter stages of his life, and Helen Mirren as his wife and muse, the film depicts their battle over his idealistic goals.  

The Ramen Girl is a comedy about an American girl, played by Brittany Murphy, who is adrift in Tokyo, trying to find direction in life by becoming a râmen noodle soup chef under a tyrannical Japanese master chef.

Fear and Trembling brilliantly captures the essence and nuances of Japanese corporate culture, where loyalty is prized above all, and self-propelled initiative is aggressively discouraged. Based on an autobiography, the film won several foreign film awards, including France’s César Award for Best Actress.  

Based on an actual incident in his life, film Director Gianni Di Gregorio (Gomorrah) wrote the script for Mid-August Lunch, acted in the film, and used his own apartment in Rome for the set. This award-winning film is a tale about good food, feisty ladies, and unlikely friendships.

More than 65 performances by the world's finest musicians were recorded and 100 interviews conducted in the making of In Search of Beethoven. This docu-drama delves beneath the mythical image of the tortured, cantankerous genius to search for the real Ludwig van Beethoven.

Enhanced by surround sound, films will be shown in the comfort of Schein Performance Hall, with a high-definition projection system and large screen to provide a superb cinematic presentation. Listening devices are available for the hearing impaired.

General Admission is $7, or purchase a Film Booklet of 13 tickets for $91. Film Booklet holders must be seated no later than 6:45 p.m. to ensure a seat. All Monday Night films begin at 7 p.m.  

BIG ARTS Film Series is supported by Patron Series Sponsor Bank Of The Islands, Associate Supporters The Royal Shell Companies and The Sanibel Bean, as well as Supporters Jerry's Foods of Sanibel, Sanibel Deli & Coffee Factory, and Sanibel Taxi.

For the complete listing of BIG ARTS films, to purchase tickets, to sign up for workshops, or to become a member, stop by BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road Sanibel, call (239) 395-0900, e-mail info@BIGARTS.org, or log on to www.BIGARTS.org.

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Whether your interest is in classical, jazz, or popular music; dance; the visual arts; lectures; film or live theater; or in attending a class or workshop – BIG ARTS has something for everyone!