"Wicked Little Letters" plays Fri, June 28 at ISU
"Wicked Little Letters"
Friday, June 28
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
In this hilarious British comedy starring Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley, when town residents begin to receive wicked letters full of hilarious profanities, foul-mouthed Rose is charged with the crime. However, as the town's women investigate, they suspect that something is amiss, and that Rose may not be the culprit after all. "A very funny little British comedy that I cannot believe was inspired by a true story," writes NPR, while the Seattle Times adds, "It’s wicked fun." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
Friday, June 28
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
In this hilarious British comedy starring Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley, when town residents begin to receive wicked letters full of hilarious profanities, foul-mouthed Rose is charged with the crime. However, as the town's women investigate, they suspect that something is amiss, and that Rose may not be the culprit after all. "A very funny little British comedy that I cannot believe was inspired by a true story," writes NPR, while the Seattle Times adds, "It’s wicked fun." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
"Problemista" plays Fri, June 21 at ISU
"Problemista"
Friday, June 21
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Acclaimed comedy drama "Problemista" follows an aspiring toy designer from El Salvador who starts working for an erratic art-world outcast in New York City, hoping to stay in the country and realize his dream before his work visa expires. The Atlantic calls it "A marvelous mixture of surrealism and social satire that depicts the American dream as a nightmare of bureaucracy and phone calls to customer service," while Slate magazine calls it "An imaginative, impressive, not to mention hilarious debut." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
Friday, June 21
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Acclaimed comedy drama "Problemista" follows an aspiring toy designer from El Salvador who starts working for an erratic art-world outcast in New York City, hoping to stay in the country and realize his dream before his work visa expires. The Atlantic calls it "A marvelous mixture of surrealism and social satire that depicts the American dream as a nightmare of bureaucracy and phone calls to customer service," while Slate magazine calls it "An imaginative, impressive, not to mention hilarious debut." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
"The Taste of Things" plays Fri, June 14 at ISU
"The Taste of Things"
Friday, June 14
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
French film awards winner, "The Taste of Things" tells the story of an esteemed cook, and the gourmet chef she has been working with for over 20 years, who grow increasingly fond of one another, which in turn gives rise to delicious dishes that impress even the world's most illustrious chefs. But when she is reluctant to commit to him, he decides to start cooking for her in an attempt to win her heart once and for all. "It's just beautiful -- beautifully done!" writes NPR, while the Boston Globe says, "One of 2023′s best films, “The Taste of Things” is achingly romantic." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
Friday, June 14
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
French film awards winner, "The Taste of Things" tells the story of an esteemed cook, and the gourmet chef she has been working with for over 20 years, who grow increasingly fond of one another, which in turn gives rise to delicious dishes that impress even the world's most illustrious chefs. But when she is reluctant to commit to him, he decides to start cooking for her in an attempt to win her heart once and for all. "It's just beautiful -- beautifully done!" writes NPR, while the Boston Globe says, "One of 2023′s best films, “The Taste of Things” is achingly romantic." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
"In the Land of Saints and Sinners" plays Fri, June 7 at ISU
In the Land of Saints & Sinners
Friday, June 7
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Liam Neeson stars in the acclaimed Irish movie "In the Land of Saints and Sinners." Hoping to leave his dark past behind him, former assassin Finbar Murphy leads a quiet life in a coastal Irish town. But when terrorists show up to avenge the death of a friend, he must choose between exposing his secret identity and defending his friends and neighbors. NPR writes, "This is a really good movie. I poke a lot of fun at Liam[Neeson] for making the same movie over and over again, but this goes to show you can play that guy without playing 'that guy.'" Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students
Friday, June 7
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Liam Neeson stars in the acclaimed Irish movie "In the Land of Saints and Sinners." Hoping to leave his dark past behind him, former assassin Finbar Murphy leads a quiet life in a coastal Irish town. But when terrorists show up to avenge the death of a friend, he must choose between exposing his secret identity and defending his friends and neighbors. NPR writes, "This is a really good movie. I poke a lot of fun at Liam[Neeson] for making the same movie over and over again, but this goes to show you can play that guy without playing 'that guy.'" Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students
"Arthur the King" plays Fri, May 31
Friday, May 31
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Based on a true story, a down on his luck endurance racer forms a team of athletes for the World Championships. As the team gets pushed to the outer limits of endurance, a dog named Arthur comes along for the ride, redefining what victory, loyalty and friendship truly means. DC Film calls it "An amazing and unbelievable true story done right... Mark Wahlburg is incredible, but his dog co-star completely steals the film." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Based on a true story, a down on his luck endurance racer forms a team of athletes for the World Championships. As the team gets pushed to the outer limits of endurance, a dog named Arthur comes along for the ride, redefining what victory, loyalty and friendship truly means. DC Film calls it "An amazing and unbelievable true story done right... Mark Wahlburg is incredible, but his dog co-star completely steals the film." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
"Everything in Between" plays Fri, May 24
Friday, May 24
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
With a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, this acclaimed Australian story follows an alienated teenager who forms a deep bond with a world traveling free spirit as they learn to find meaning and purpose through the pain of love and loss. Filmink Australia writes, "'Everything In Between' is poignant, involving and rewarding viewing," while Subculture Entertainment calls it a "Brilliantly written romantic drama that is made even better by the outstanding performances of its main cast... One of the best films of the year." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
With a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, this acclaimed Australian story follows an alienated teenager who forms a deep bond with a world traveling free spirit as they learn to find meaning and purpose through the pain of love and loss. Filmink Australia writes, "'Everything In Between' is poignant, involving and rewarding viewing," while Subculture Entertainment calls it a "Brilliantly written romantic drama that is made even better by the outstanding performances of its main cast... One of the best films of the year." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
"Dune Part 2" plays Friday, May 17
Friday, May 17
4:30 & 7:30 p.m.
Paul Atreides unites with the desert dwellers called the Fremen, while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, he must prevent a terrible future only he can foresee. Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
4:30 & 7:30 p.m.
Paul Atreides unites with the desert dwellers called the Fremen, while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, he must prevent a terrible future only he can foresee. Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students.
Image Award Nominee "ORIGIN" plays Sun, Apr 28
Image Award Nominee
Sunday, April 28
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Based on the best selling novel "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents," a woman grappling with tremendous personal tragedy sets herself on a path of global investigation and discovery. Despite the colossal scope of her project, she finds beauty and bravery while crafting one of the defining American books of our time. "Rich in thought, “Origin” is a dense, forceful masterwork, and, quite simply, the most radical film of DuVernay’s career," writes Robert Daniels of rogerebert.com and Indiewire. Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff and free for ISU students with a valid Bengal ID.
Sunday, April 28
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Based on the best selling novel "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents," a woman grappling with tremendous personal tragedy sets herself on a path of global investigation and discovery. Despite the colossal scope of her project, she finds beauty and bravery while crafting one of the defining American books of our time. "Rich in thought, “Origin” is a dense, forceful masterwork, and, quite simply, the most radical film of DuVernay’s career," writes Robert Daniels of rogerebert.com and Indiewire. Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff and free for ISU students with a valid Bengal ID.