CINEMATINEE OCTOBER 2008?
A unique blend of movies, past and present, often with an emphasis on life in the west - which could mean the new west, the old west, or anything in between—and “movies that missed us”—films that are notable but never had a lot of publicity- the CineMatinee series is designed to show area residents that film is a form of art as well as entertainment! At least one film a month for this series has a ‘New Mexico Connection’, drawing from the vast pool of movies made in the state or perhaps featuring a star/story from New Mexico talent.?
Unless otherwise noted, screening time is 1.30 PM, and admission is $4 for everyone except film society members who are admitted for $1. The theatre is located one half block of the Mesilla Plaza. For more information, please call 524-8287 or 522-0286.?
Oct 25- Speechless (1994, 99 minutes, rated PG-13, made in New Mexico) Tired of the whole dysfunctional election process? Well, here is a delightful romantic comedy starring Michael Keaton and Geena Davis to help you take your mind off the mudslinging and name calling- sort of…?
Julia is an idealistic speechwriter for a liberal Democrat running for the Senate in New Mexico. One evening, while looking for some sleeping pills in an all-night convenience store, she meets Kevin. They immediately hit it off. Then, Julia finds out that he is a one-time comedy writer who has been hired by the Republican candidate to juice up his senatorial race….(from comedy writing to speech writing…not much transition required here!) ?
How do you keep a love affair alive in the midst of a down-and-dirty political campaign when you are working for opposing camps? With great difficulty and creative subterfuge, of course! Robert King's snappy screenplay gives Julia and Kevin plenty to work with as they trade barbs and frantically try to deal with the many obstacles facing their relationship. Director Ron Underwood (“City Slickers”) keeps the film humming along with one surprise after another. ?
Filmed in and around Las Vegas, NM, Speechless, for the most part, is entertainment, but carries a few pointed jabs at our political process. ?
