Based on the real-life events of Watergate, Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman are at their all-time best as Washington Post reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein. Despite warnings about their safety, they pursue the leads that connect the crime all the way to the White House.
From director Christopher Nolan comes the story of a team of pioneers undertaking the most important mission in human history. Matthew McConaughey stars as ex-pilot-turned-farmer Cooper, who must leave his family and a foundering Earth behind to lead an expedition traveling beyond this galaxy to discover whether mankind has a future among the stars.
One can’t appreciate 20th century art without understanding the significance and genius of Paul Cézanne. The film takes audiences beyond the exhibition to the places Cézanne lived and worked and sheds light on an artist who is perhaps the least-known of all the impressionists – until now.
Mel Brooks’ comedic take on the Universal monster classics of the ‘30s-’40s follows an American struggling to disassociate himself from the legacy of his grandfather, the infamous scientist Victor Frankenstein. When he travels to Transylvania, however, the discovery of Victor’s journals leads him to take up where his grandfather left off.
Part of the Filmmaker Focus: Saving Matt Damon series, featuring "Good Will Hunting."
A teenage Christian Bale stars as a penniless newsboy in turn-of-the-century Manhattan. When the new publisher demands a higher purchase fee from the newsboys, a city-wide strike occurs. Based on the real-life newsboy strike of 1899, this uplifting tale of rebellion is a perfect fit for our yearlong series.
While fishing on vacation, a man accidentally hooks a mermaid! He attempts to conceal his new discovery from his wife by hiding the mermaid in the resort’s pool. William Powell’s comic prowess is on full display in this charming summer adventure.
Part of the Filmmaker Focus: Saving Matt Damon series, showing on Sundays & Wednesdays in June!
A screening of The Sandlot movie followed by a live Q&A session with Squints & Wendy. This event has been cancelled.
After he creates a flying car, an eccentric inventor inadvertently whisks his family to the evil kingdom of Vulgaria, where children and happiness are outlawed. When the kingdom’s leader takes an interest in the flying car, the family works together to secure the quirky vehicle and help the children of Vulgaria.
Part of the Filmmaker Focus: Saving Matt Damon series, showing on Sundays & Wednesdays in June!
Zero Mostel and Gene Wilder star as Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom, a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his accountant, who figure out how to make a profit by creating a surefire flop. Their idea: a musical called Springtime for Hitler.
Join us for our annual celebration of this landmark summer film. When a great white shark terrorizes the townspeople of Amity Island, the police chief, a grizzled shark hunter, and an oceanographer must set out to kill it.
This George Stevens romantic comedy was intended to build on Katharine Hepburn’s comeback success in The Philadelphia Story. In it, she stars as Tess alongside Spencer Tracy as Sam. The duo are feuding journalists whose relationship is tested after Sam begins to question Tess’ unflinching commitment to work.
Join us for our annual celebration of this landmark summer film. When a great white shark terrorizes the townspeople of Amity Island, the police chief, a grizzled shark hunter, and an oceanographer must set out to kill it.
Georgia O’Keeffe rose to fame in the 1920s for her paintings of flowers, bones, and natural forms. She posed nude for shocking photographs by her lover, Alfred Stieglitz, but denied that her paintings depicted sexual imagery.
In this satirical take on the films of Alfred Hitchcock, Mel Brooks writes, directs and tackles his first speaking lead role. Brooks plays the new director of the Psychoneurotic Institute for the Very, Very Nervous. After a series of mysterious events causes him to be accused of murder, he attempts to clear his name as he battles bouts of “high anxiety.”
A domestic thriller from the master of suspense, SUSPICION unites two of Hitchcock’s iconic actors: Cary Grant and Joan Fontaine. A shy heiress marries a charismatic man but soon suspects that he is plotting to murder her. A gripping work as can only be told by Alfred Hitchcock.
Georgia O’Keeffe rose to fame in the 1920s for her paintings of flowers, bones, and natural forms. She posed nude for shocking photographs by her lover, Alfred Stieglitz, but denied that her paintings depicted sexual imagery.
Jim Carrey stars as Truman Burbank, an unwitting star of a reality television show that has been broadcasting his life since birth. As Truman begins to notice strange occurrences, he questions the reality of his existence and attempts to escape.
Experience the classic Disney animated film on the big screen! A young lion prince is exiled from his pride by his evil uncle, and must return to reclaim his rightful place as king.
A starship crew goes to a planet to check on a colony, only to find two survivors and a deadly secret. This sci-fi classic is known for its groundbreaking special effects and iconic robot, Robby the Robot.
Georgia O’Keeffe rose to fame in the 1920s for her paintings of flowers, bones, and natural forms. She posed nude for shocking photographs by her lover, Alfred Stieglitz, but denied that her paintings depicted sexual imagery.
TCM writer Hannah Jack leads our monthly Deep Focus online seminars, aiming to build on the success of the conversations she has already brought to our community. While all of the talks will be about movies considered “ clásicos”, they will range from the widely known and well-received to hidden gems whose critical reputation has changed over time.
A famous symphony conductor suspects his beautiful wife of infidelity and plots three different ways to murder her, each inspired by the music he is conducting.
Ellen Ripley returns to the planet where her crew encountered the deadly xenomorph, this time with a squad of colonial marines. This action-packed sequel is a sci-fi horror classic.
Judy Garland and Gene Kelly star in this colorful musical about a traveling actor who pretends to be a pirate to win the heart of a young woman.
Robert De Niro stars as Rupert Pupkin, a delusional aspiring stand-up comedian who stalks a talk show host to achieve fame. This dark comedy explores the obsession with celebrity.
Alfred Hitchcock's classic horror film about a wealthy socialite who follows a potential boyfriend to a small coastal town, only to be met with a series of unexplained and violent bird attacks.
This music documentary tells the story of the Emerson String Quartet as they embark on their final season together. This illustrious ensemble has played thousands of venues, recorded an immense amount of music, and won nine Grammy Awards over the past 50 years.
Enjoy a selection of classic shorts from the legendary comedy trio, The Three Stooges. Get ready for some slapstick humor and timeless laughs.
Al Pacino stars in this crime drama based on a true story about a desperate man who robs a bank to pay for his lover's sex reassignment surgery. The film captures the chaotic and intense events of the day.
Relive the iconic 1969 music festival with this documentary capturing the performances and atmosphere of the legendary event. Featuring performances from Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, and many more.
James Stewart stars as Elwood P. Dowd, a kind and eccentric man whose best friend is an invisible six-and-a-half-foot-tall rabbit named Harvey. This charming comedy explores themes of friendship and imagination.
Join us for a special screening of the cult classic 'The Big Lebowski'. Dress up as your favorite character and enjoy the Coen Brothers' iconic film.
This music documentary tells the story of the Emerson String Quartet as they embark on their final season together. This illustrious ensemble has played thousands of venues, recorded an immense amount of music, and won nine Grammy Awards over the past 50 years.
Alfred Hitchcock's suspenseful thriller about two strangers who meet on a train and conspire to 'exchange murders' to eliminate their respective problems.
A charming romantic comedy about a young American woman who arrives in Paris with no money and pretends to be a countess to gain entry into high society.
This music documentary tells the story of the Emerson String Quartet as they embark on their final season together. This illustrious ensemble has played thousands of venues, recorded an immense amount of music, and won nine Grammy Awards over the past 50 years.
Christopher Reeve stars as the iconic superhero in this classic film. Follow Superman's journey from Krypton to Earth as he discovers his powers and becomes the protector of Metropolis.
Jennifer Jones stars as Cluny Brown, a free-spirited plumber's niece who finds herself working as a maid in a stuffy English country house. This charming comedy explores themes of class and individuality.
Based on the popular book series, this family-friendly film follows the misadventures of middle schooler Greg Heffley as he navigates the challenges of adolescence.
Elvis Presley stars as a helicopter pilot who starts a charter business in Hawaii. This musical comedy features beautiful scenery and classic Elvis songs.
Part of the 35mm Deep Focus and Hollywood Summer Nights series, this 1939 film is playing on the big screen.
Al Pacino stars as Tony Montana, a Cuban immigrant who rises to become a powerful drug lord in Miami. This crime epic is known for its intense violence and iconic dialogue.
Explore the life and work of the legendary artist Leonardo da Vinci in this documentary. Featuring insights into his masterpieces and his innovative mind.
Kevin Bacon stars as Ren McCormack, a city teenager who moves to a small town where dancing and rock music have been banned. He challenges the local authorities to overturn the ban.
Based on a true story, this epic war film follows Allied prisoners of war who plan a daring escape from a German POW camp during World War II. Starring Steve McQueen and James Garner.
Mickey Rooney stars as Andy Hardy in this classic musical comedy. Andy navigates the ups and downs of young love and family life in his small town.
Robert De Niro stars as Travis Bickle, a lonely and disturbed Vietnam veteran who works as a taxi driver in New York City. This gritty psychological thriller explores themes of alienation and violence.
This film looks at Leonardo da Vinci's life and art, including key works like The Mona Lisa and The Last Supper. It explores his inventiveness, sculptural skills, military foresight, and ability to navigate politics.
Part of the Cinema Studies and Hollywood Summer Nights series, this 1932 film is playing on the big screen.
This film looks at Leonardo da Vinci's life and art, including key works like The Mona Lisa and The Last Supper. It explores his inventiveness, sculptural skills, military foresight, and ability to navigate politics.
The first installment of the Star Wars prequel trilogy. Follow Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi as they discover a young Anakin Skywalker and face the threat of the Sith.
Orson Welles directs and stars in this film noir classic. A sailor becomes entangled with a beautiful and mysterious woman, leading to a web of deceit and murder.
Walter Huston stars as Samuel Dodsworth, a retired American businessman who travels to Europe with his restless wife. Their journey reveals the cracks in their marriage and their differing desires.
The Philadelphia Film Society presents Throwback Thursday Quizzo & Movie! Do you like trivia, nostalgia films, and drink? Then get your friends together to form an awesome Quizzo team (witty squad name required) and put your film and pop culture knowledge to the test at PFS’ monthly Quizzo & Movie!
Gloria Swanson stars in this unfinished silent film directed by Erich von Stroheim. A young convent girl is chosen by a prince to be his bride, but their love is threatened by a jealous queen.
Warren Beatty directs and stars as the iconic comic strip detective Dick Tracy. He battles a colorful array of villains in this stylish crime film.
Part of the Deep Focus and Hollywood Summer Nights series, this 1936 film is playing on the big screen.
Follow the whimsical adventures of the strong and independent Pippi Longstocking as she moves into Villa Villekulla and befriends the neighborhood children.
Brian De Palma directs John Travolta as a sound engineer who accidentally records evidence of a political assassination. This neo-noir thriller is a suspenseful and stylish film.
40th Anniversary featuring a screening of the film accompanied by a live band playing the music.
This horror-comedy cult classic introduces fast-moving, brain-eating zombies and features a punk rock soundtrack. Two bumbling medical supply warehouse employees accidentally unleash a toxic gas that reanimates the dead.
The Mystery Inc. gang investigates a monster-making machine that brings their past foes to life. This family-friendly adventure features live-action versions of the beloved cartoon characters.
Experience the beloved 1984 classic film like never before, with the music performed on stage by an orchestra. Audience members will enjoy the ultimate movie concert experience as Ghostbusters is presented on a large HD cinema screen, fully synced to a live performance of Academy Award®-winning composer Elmer Berstein’s spine-tingling score.
Movie Screening and Q&A with Heather Donahue, Joshua Leonard, Michael C. Williams for The Blair Witch Project.