In continuation of its latest season, Bozeman Film Society screens documentary feature The History of Concrete. The event will be held at Downtown Bozeman’s Ellen Theatre on Friday, November 6th. The film begins at 7pm.
Following the finale of his acclaimed HBO series “How To with John Wilson,” NYC documentarian John Wilson looks to the bedrock of his beloved New York City for inspiration and structure. Concrete, the world’s most widely used building material, appears as an ever-present life force, and John sets out to make the definitive documentary on the matter.
After attending a workshop on how to write and sell a Hallmark movie, he decides to use the industry-approved Hallmark formula to tell this seemingly drab story and increase his movie’s appeal. But his foundation soon begins to crumble – literally and figuratively – as he struggles to balance artistic freedom with the realities of the modern film industry. Not Rated, the film has a run time of 101 minutes.
Following on Friday, November 20th, enjoy a screening of romantic fantasy Wicker. Also hosted by the Ellen, the film begins at 7pm.
An ostracized fisherwoman (Olivia Colman) commissions a husband to be made by the local basketmaker (Peter Dinklage). When her wicker husband (Alexander Skarsgård) proves more spectacular than she ever imagined, his soulful spirit and unique prowess awaken something inside her, setting off a wave of jealousy, fascination, and upheaval that threatens the very fabric of village life. 105 minutes. Directed by Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson. Rated R, the film runs 105 minutes.
The History of Concrete and Wicker screen Nov. 6th and 20th, respectively. Find ticketing access and learn more about the current season at www.bozemanfilmsociety.org – and Keep ‘Em Flickering! •
