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The Path Forward
December 10
Inspiring pairs of Palestinians and Israeli Jews upend narratives of division and hate by speaking out bravely with a unified voice for peace, justice, and a path forward.
Ali: Fear Eats the Soul (1974)
Single Ticket: $20 Regular / $16 for Members
Five Film Bundle: $85 Regular / $80 for Members with Discount Code GERMAN24
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Rainer Werner FassbinderProducer
Rainer Werner FassbinderCast
Brigitte Mira, El Hedi Ben Salem, Barbara Valentin, Irm HermannCountry
GermanyRuntime
93 minAccessibility
October 6 Only!
Emmi Kurowski (Brigitte Mira), a cleaning lady, is lonely in her old age. Her husband died years ago, and her grown children offer little companionship. One night she goes to a bar frequented by Arab immigrants and strikes up a friendship with middle-aged mechanic Ali (El Hedi ben Salem). Their relationship soon develops into something more, and Emmi’s family and neighbors criticize their spontaneous marriage. Soon Emmi and Ali are forced to confront their own insecurities about their future.
This special collaboration between Montclair Film and La Cinémathèque celebrates New German Cinema. Featuring a special Q&A with Gerard Amsellem, local teacher, artist, and filmmaker from New Wave Productions.
Presented in Partnership with
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Norman/Norman
December 5
After witnessing the brutal murder of his mother 30 years ago, Norman travels to Jamaica to piece together what happened and where he came from by confronting the murderer: his father.
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The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause
November 20
Menopause is a silent epidemic affecting the health and well-being of millions of women. THE M FACTOR confronts this neglected crisis, challenges societal and medical shortcomings and advocates for a revolutionary approach to women’s health.
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The Metropolitan Opera Live: Tosca
November 23 & December 4
Three thrilling leading ladies trade off as the volatile diva Floria Tosca.
