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Films mediate, reflect, and provide commentary on contemporary society. The CFS community screens one movie per month, balancing thoughtful critique with entertainment. Movies are selected from a variety of times, places, and genres. < /> | Date | Film | Synopsis | Sept. 19
The Visitor
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| When a recently widowed professor visits his apartment in NYC, his life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers two foreigners living in his apartment. With his life forced out of its numbing rut, will he be able to pick up a new rhythm?
| Oct. 31
Man on Wire | 
| What sort of person would tightrope walk 1300 ft. above the ground? This documentary tells of Philippe Petit, a 25-year old French street performer who pulls off the stunt of the century. | Nov. 19
Lars & the Real Girl | 
| A sweet and quirky film that explores love, trauma, kindness, and the fuzzy lines between delusion and reality. Filmed plainly and without Hollywood glitz, this is a wonderful film.
| Jan. 23
After the Wedding
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| A Danish film in which a lone, idealistic orphanage director from India pursues a financial gift from a wealthy Danish businessman only to find that there are strings from old relationships attached.
| Feb. 13
Rio Bravo
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| A classic western with a subtle political and social agenda. The cast includes such notables as John Wayne, Dean Martin, Ricky Nelson, and Angie Dickinson (not to mention a superb performance by Walter Brennan).
| Mar. 27
Star Trek | 
| Even non-Trekkies will find something thought-provoking in this film which purports to begin the Star Trek saga. Questions of humanity and purpose are never far away.
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(All movies shown at the Campus Chapel and start at 8:00 p.m. sharp. Popcorn and refreshments provided. Must provide your own Junior Mints and Jujubes)
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