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The International Cinema Series<\/strong> at Eckerd College opens the Fall 2013 semester with Joshua Oppenheimer’s The Act of Killing<\/em> on Friday, September 6.<\/p>\n

Presenting critically acclaimed and important films from around the world (including independent and artistic American films), the International Cinema Series will screen films every Friday at 7 p.m. in Miller Auditorium at Eckerd College. All screenings are free and open to the public unless otherwise stated. No tickets or reservations are required. The International Cinema Series is coordinated by Nathan Andersen, Ph.D.<\/strong>, Associate Professor of Philosophy and Film Studies.<\/p>\n

September 6, 7 pm
\nThe Act of Killing<\/h4>\n

Directed by Joshua Oppenheimer (Indonesian and English with English Subtitles, 115m, 2012)<\/em>
\nA look at Indonesian war criminals who got away with it, and are flourishing. The director of this unconventional documentary gave them a chance to tell their own story, and the results are shocking and unforgettable.<\/p>\n

September 13, 7 pm
\nDrug War<\/a><\/h4>\n

Directed by Johnnie To (Mandarin and Cantonese with English Subtitles, 107m, 2013)<\/em>
\nA drug cartel boss, arrested in a raid, is coerced into betraying his former accomplices as part of an undercover operation.<\/p>\n

September 20, 7 pm
\nMuseum Hours<\/h4>\n

Directed by Jem Cohen (German and English with English Subtitles, 107m, 2012)<\/em>
\nThe security guard at an art museum in Vienna, is pushed outside of his usual routines when he befriends an enigmatic visitor. This gorgeous film explores the ways in which art works reflect and shape the world. Part of the College Program Series<\/a>.<\/p>\n

September 27, 7 pm
\nPost Tenebras Lux<\/a><\/h4>\n

Directed by Carlos Reygadas (Spanish, English and French with English Subtitles, 115m, 2012)<\/em>
\nThe title of this stunningly photographed and enigmatic film means “after darkness, light.” The film delivers an impressionistic psychological portrait, full of unforgettable imagery, of a family that has chosen to isolate themselves in the Mexican countryside. Part of the College Program Series<\/a>.<\/p>\n

October 4, 7 pm
\nFaust<\/h4>\n

Directed by Aleksandr Sokurov (German with English Subtitles, 140m, 2012)<\/em>
\nA lavish, chaotic and unpredictable re-imagination of the classic tale of Faust, in which a man sells his soul to the devil in exchange for knowledge. Part of theCollege Program Series<\/a>.<\/p>\n

October 11, 7 pm
\nPervert’s Guide to Ideology<\/a><\/h4>\n

Directed by Sophie Fiennes (English, 136m, 2012)<\/em>
\nIn this follow up to the hilarious and profound Pervert’s Guide to Cinema, Slovenian philosopher Slavoj Zizek takes audiences on another wild ride through the subtle and not-so-subtle messages coded in the products of pop culture. Cinema, he argues, is a “pervert art” because it does not give you what you desire but teaches you how to desire. Part of the College Program Series<\/a>.<\/p>\n

October 18, 7 pm
\nComputer Chess<\/h4>\n

Directed by Andrew Bujalski (English, 92m, 2013)<\/em>
\nSet during a weekend tournament for computer programmers around thirty years ago, this retro-adventure features eccentric geniuses who paved the path to our present. Shot last year on video equipment from yesteryear, the look and style of the film is pitch perfect. Part of the College Program Series<\/a>.<\/p>\n

October 25
\nNo films due to Fall Break<\/h4>\n

November 1, 7 pm
\nImamura Retrospective – Life, Death and Desire
\nStolen Desire<\/a><\/h4>\n

Directed by Shohei Imamura (Japanese with English Subtitles, 90m, 1958)<\/em>
\nStolen Desire, which tells the story of a group of itinerant actors, was Imamura’s first film. It showcases his interest throughout his career in depicting lives and ways of life on the fringes of traditional Japanese society. The film is the first in a retrospective of rarely-seen works by the Japanese master filmmaker Shohei Imamura all shown from 35mm prints. Arranged by Dr. Eileen Mikals-Adachi, Associate Professor of Japanese at Eckerd College. Sponsored by the Japan Foundation<\/a>. Part of the College Program Series<\/a>.<\/p>\n

November 8, 7 pm
\nImamura Retrospective – Life, Death and Desire
\nEndless Desire<\/a><\/h4>\n

Directed by Shohei Imamura (Japanese with English Subtitles, 101m, 1958)<\/em>
\nA motley group of five gathers in the basement of a butcher shop to dig up a cache of morphine buried during WWII, on the 10th anniversary of Japan’s surrender. The second film in a small retrospective of rarely-seen works by the Japanese master filmmaker Shohei Imamura; all shown from 35mm prints. Arranged by Dr. Eileen Mikals-Adachi, Associate Professor of Japanese at Eckerd College. Sponsored by the Japan Foundation<\/a>.<\/p>\n

November 15, 7 pm
\nImamura Retrospective – Life, Death and Desire
\nBallad of Narayama<\/a><\/h4>\n

Directed by Shohei Imamura (Japanese with English Subtitles)<\/em>
\nIn an isolated mountain village, the inhabitants practice population control by carrying their elders to the top of Mount Narayama to die when they reach the age of 70. Still in good health, an aging woman nevertheless can’t wait for her turn to be taken. The third film in a small retrospective of rarely-seen works by the Japanese master filmmaker Shohei Imamura; all shown from 35mm prints. Arranged by Dr. Eileen Mikals-Adachi, Associate Professor of Japanese at Eckerd College. Sponsored by the Japan Foundation<\/a>.<\/p>\n

November 22, 7 pm
\nImamura Retrospective – Life, Death and Desire
\nBlack Rain<\/a><\/h4>\n

Directed by Shohei Imamura (Japanese with English Subtitles)<\/em>
\nAn aging couple attempts to marry off their niece, whose potential suitors are scared off by rumors of radiation sickness. The final film in a small retrospective of rarely-seen works by the Japanese master filmmaker Shohei Imamura; all shown from 35mm prints. Arranged by Dr. Eileen Mikals-Adachi, Associate Professor of Japanese at Eckerd College. Sponsored by the Japan Foundation<\/a>. Part of the College Program Series<\/a>.<\/p>\n

November 29,
\nNo films due to Thanksgiving Break<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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