Members & guests: free. This program takes place via Zoom.

Every Saturday afternoon, join fellow film aficionados of the Village for an in-depth discussion of films new and old, led by Village member Mel Washburn. Watch the selected film any time–or enjoy the discussion and be persuaded to view it after!

This week’s film is Chinatown (1974). From Wikipedia: “Chinatown is a 1974 American neo-noir mystery drama film directed by Roman Polanski from a screenplay by Robert Towne, starring Jack Nicholson and Faye Dunaway. The film was inspired by the California water wars, a series of disputes over southern California water at the beginning of the 20th century, by which Los Angeles interests secured water rights in the Owens Valley. … Chinatown was released in the United States on June 20, 1974, to acclaim from critics. At the 47th Academy Awards, it was nominated for 11 Oscars, with Towne winning Best Original Screenplay. … It is also often cited as one of the greatest films of all time.”

If you choose to view the film before the discussion, it is available on Amazon (rent from $3.99)  or Paramount+ (free with subscription).

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Online RSVP for this program has ended, to join please contact the Village office at 773-248-8700.