Holiday blockbuster fatigue? Looking for an alternative to mainstream film? Join the Bozeman Film Society downtown at the Ellen Theatre in January for a highly rated, adult-oriented film!
On Wednesday, January 6th at 7:30pm, the BFS screens BAFTA Award winner Sarah Gavron’s Suffragette. Suffragette is a compelling film that traces the story of the foot soldiers of the early feminist movement in England as they fought for the right to vote. Maud (Carey Mulligan) has worked hard and exploitative hours in the same factory job since she was a girl; her only respite is the affection of her husband (Ben Whishaw) and their sweet young son. When her deepening friendship with fellow worker and activist Violet (Anne-Marie Duff) fuels her sense of injustice, she commits to the suffrage cause. Maud joins at the same time that the movement becomes more radical and violent, spurred on by the rousing leadership of Emmeline Pankhurst (Meryl Streep) and in reaction to the increasingly hostile interventions of the state. In joining the fight for equality, she unites with women who risk their jobs, their homes, their children and their lives. Academy Award nominees Carey Mulligan and Helena Bonham Carter, and three-time Academy Award winner Meryl Streep, lead the cast.
The film also stars Brendan Gleeson, Romola Garai, and Natalie Press. Suffragette is directed by Gavron from an original screenplay by Emmy Award winner Abi Morgan. Rated PG-13 (for some intense violence, thematic elements, brief strong language and partial nudity.) A.O. Scott of the New York Times mentioned the film as, “Stirring and clear-eyed–the best kind of history lesson.” Suffragette is the first film ever allowed to film in London’s House of Parliament. The night will feature an opening introduction by Melissa Herron, co-chair of the Bozeman Business and Professional Women’s Legislative Committee and Manager/Owner-Operator of Townshends Teahouse in downtown Bozeman. Tickets are $8.75/General; $8.50/Seniors & Students (plus fees) 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 & 3 pm, 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. Bozeman Film Society Member Passes are available in the Ellen Theatre lobby before all BFS shows, online at bozemanfilmsociety.org or by calling 406-585-5885. Visit their website for detailed information on levels and benefits of a Bronze, Silver or Gold level Membership–and as always, “Keep ‘Em Flickering!” •
