The Bozeman Film Society launches its 2015-2016 season this September with a brand new venue and a brand new DCP digital projector! Bringing the best newly released indie, foreign, documentary and art house films to Bozeman since 1978, the BFS is proud to continue its mission at the historic Ellen Theatre in the heart of downtown Bozeman. With the generous support of many of Bozeman’s finest business sponsors and an enthusiastic audience year after year, the BFS has become a mainstay in the cultural landscape of the vibrant arts scene in the Gallatin Valley. Opening our fall season on Thursday, September 10th at 7:30 pm is Mr. Holmes, a film that spins a new twist on the world’s most famous detective. In 1947, an aging Sherlock Holmes (Ian McKellen) returns from a journey to Japan, where, in search of a rare plant with powerful restorative qualities, he has witnessed the devastation of nuclear warfare. Now, in his remote seaside farmhouse, Holmes faces the end of his days tending to his bees, with only the company of his housekeeper and her young son, Roger. Grappling with the diminishing powers of his mind, Holmes comes to rely upon the boy as he revisits the circumstances of the unsolved case that forced him into retirement, and searches for answers to the mysteries of life and love–before it’s too late. “Ian McKellen, magnificent as Sherlock, brings us a riveting character study of a lion not going gently into winter,” says Rolling Stone’s Peter Traverse. Rated PG, the film runs 105 minutes. Tuesday, September 29th at 7:30 pm, the BFS screens the powerful documentary, Amy. Despite just two albums to her name, Amy Winehouse is one of the biggest music icons in British history. With a voice oft described as a combination of Billy Holiday, Dinah Washington and Sarah Vaughan, Amy Winehouse was a pop star with soul; a once in two generational musical talent whose appeal crossed cultural and demographic boundaries. But while her music made her a star, her chaotic personal life stole headlines. As riveting as it is sad, Amy is a powerfully honest look at the twisted relationship between art and celebrity?and the lethal spiral of addiction. Film critic Christy Lemire calls the film; “A mesmerizing yet devastating look at a singular talent.” Rated R, Rotten Tomatoes gives it a 97% rating. The film runs 125 minutes. Tickets are $8.75/General; $8.50/Seniors & Students, and may be purchased by calling the Ellen box office at 585-5885, online at theellentheatre.com or by visiting the Ellen’s box office Wednesday–Saturday between 1 and 3pm, or two hours before the screening. Doors open one hour before the screening with wine, beer, and concessions available in the lobby. BFS pass holders and sponsors can reserve seats by visiting or calling the Ellen Theatre box office at 585-5885. BFS Membership passes are available in the Ellen Theatre lobby before all BFS shows. Visit our website for detailed information on levels and benefits of a Bronze, Silver or Gold level Membership–and “Keep ‘Em Flickering!” For more information and previews visit www.bozemanfilmsociety.org. •
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