DECEMBER2016 PROGRAM

Star Cinema Eaglehawk Town Hall PO Box 83 Eaglehawk Victoria 3556Bookings: 03 5446 2025 / Office: 03 5446 2526 Email: info@starcinema.org.au www.starcinema.org.au

D E C E M B E R S C R E E n i n g t i M E S NFT = No Free Tickets. Please Note: Session times are subject to change without notice.

D E C E M B E R F i L M S

Thursday 7.30pm EnCORE SCREEning December 1 niCK CAVE & tHE BAD SEEDS: OnE MORE tiME WitH FEELing Bookings essential. See over for details NFT

Friday 2 1.00pm Cafe Society 6.30pm Elle 9.00pm The Legend of Ben HallSaturday 3 6.30pm Cafe Society 8.30pm ElleSunday 4 1.30pm Cafe Society 3.30pm The Legend of Ben Hall 6.30pm Elle Monday 5 6.30pm Cafe Society $10 tiX! 8.30pm The Legend of Ben HallTuesday 6 5.30pm Fundraiser (all welcome): Kubo & the two Strings Friday 9 1.00pm Elle 6.30pm Cafe Society 8.30pm The Legend of Ben HallSaturday 10 7.30pm tRiBUtE SCREEning LEOnARD COHEn: BiRD On A WiRE Bookings essential. See over for details NFT

Sunday 11 1.30pm The Legend of Ben Hall 4.00pm Elle 6.30pm Cafe Society Monday 12 6.30pm The Legend of Ben Hall $10 tiX! 9.00pm ElleFriday 16 1.00pm Arrival 6.30pm Cafe Society 8.30pm Elle Saturday 17 6.30pm Cafe Society 8.30pm ArrivalSunday 18 1.30pm Cafe Society 3.30pm Red Dog 6.30pm Arrival Monday 19 6.30pm Red Dog $10 tiX! 8.30pm ArrivalFriday 23 1.00pm Red Dog 6.30pm Monsieur Mayonnaise 8.30pm ArrivalMonday 26 3.30pm Red Dog: True Blue $10 tiX! 6.30pm Red Dog: True Blue 8.30pm ArrivalTuesday 27 3.30pm Red Dog: True Blue 6.30pm Red Dog: True Blue 8.30pm Monsieur MayonnaiseWednesday 28 3.30pm Monsieur Mayonnaise 6.30pm Red Dog: True Blue 8.30pm ArrivalThursday 29 3.30pm Arrival 6.30pm Red Dog: True Blue 8.30pm Monsieur MayonnaiseFriday 30 1.00pm Red Dog: True Blue 6.30pm Monsieur Mayonnaise 8.30pm Red Dog: True BlueSaturday 31 6.30pm Red Dog: True Blue

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MOnSiEUR MAYOnnAiSE (M) 93min Artist and filmmaker Philippe Mora (Mad Dog Morgan) is producing a graphic novel about his late father, Georges, widely known in Melbourne as an art patron and owner of bohemian eateries Mirka Café, Café Balzac and the Tolarno Restaurant

and Galleries. Less known is Georges’ astonishing history as part of the French resistance during WWII, and how he and friend Marcel Marceau saved thousands of Jewish lives with a simple trick involving baguettes and mayonnaise. Philippe traces his dad’s journey: from childhood to marriage – to acclaimed artist Mirka Mora – and the family’s dramatic Holocaust survival. Enormously enjoyable and hugely moving. Dir Trevor Graham, Australia/France/Germany. Some English subtitles. December 23, 27, 28, 29, 30

RED DOg (2011, Pg) 92min Before the release of Red Dog: True Blue on Boxing day, relive the 2011 Australian classic that became one of the highest-grossing Australian films of all time; based on the legendary true story of the Red Dog who united a disparate local

community while roaming the Australian outback in search of his long lost master. This heart-warming tale holds up extremely well with each viewing and should not be missed by anyone who cares about just how good Australian films can be. Dir Kriv Stenders, Australia. December 18, 19, 23

ARRiVAL (M) 116min Insular linguistics professor Dr Louise Banks (Amy Adams) watches with the world as twelve enormous objects, seemingly from outer space, appear at different points across the globe. As society struggles to come to grips with the event, Banks

is visited by Colonel Weber (Forest Whitaker) with an offer to join his taskforce in their attempts to reveal the origin of the objects and what, or whom, they may contain. Aided by Ian Donnelly and watched-over by intelligence agent Helpern, Banks embarks on a race against eleven of Earth’s nations to discover the strategic benefits of what lies within. Dir Denis Villeneuve, USA. December 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 26, 28, 29

tHE LEgEnD OF BEn HALL (M) 139min After two years running from the law, bushranger Ben Hall has gone into hiding. He is soon drawn back into bushranging by the reappearance of his old friend, John Gilbert. Reforming the gang and taking on new recruit John Dunn,

the trio begin a spree of robberies and crimes across New South Wales. The three become the most wanted men in the colony. When the Government moves to declare them outlaws that can shot on sight, Ben Hall makes desperate plans to flee. But with a such a large bounty on their heads, treachery abounds where they least expect it. Mostly shot on location in regional Victoria throughout the Macedon Ranges. Dir Matthew Holmes, Australia. December 2, 4, 5, 9, 11, 12

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RED DOg: tRUE BLUE (Pg) 89min Following 2011’s much loved Red Dog, a hoard of home-grown talent gathers to tell the back-story of one of Australia’s most lovable canines, showing the early events leading up to Red Dog’s discovery on the road to Dampier, and his ultimate rise

from ordinary dog to Australian legend. When eleven year old Mick (Levi Miller) is shipped off to his grandfather’s (Bryan Brown) cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship, but instead finds myth, adventure, and a friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. Dir Kriv Stenders, Australia. December 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31

ELLE (MA 15+) 130min From director Paul Verhoeven comes a dramatic thriller with a brilliant, standout performance by Isabelle Huppert that is uproarious, galvanic and guaranteed to spark debate. Michèle (Huppert) seems indestructible. Head of a leading

video game company, she brings the same ruthless attitude to her love life as to business. Being attacked in her home by an unknown assailant changes Michèle’s life forever. When she resolutely tracks the man down, they are both drawn into a curious and thrilling game that may, at any moment, spiral out of control. Dir Paul Verhoeven, France. English subtitles. December 2, 3, 4, 9, 11, 12, 16

CAFE SOCiEtY (M) 96min Set in 1930s New York and Los Angeles, Café Society follows Bronx-born Bobby (Jesse Eisenberg) as he travels to Hollywood and lands a job working for his uncle Phil (Steve Carell), a high-powered agent in the movie business. There

he falls hopelessly in love with his uncle’s secretary, Vonnie (Kristen Stewart). Vonnie has a boyfriend, so Bobby settles for friendship, until her breakup offers him the chance of romance. Woody Allen delivers a witty, bittersweet reflection on love gained and love lost in this glittering valentine to the movie stars, socialites, playboys, politicians and gangsters who epitomised the excitement and glamour of café society life. Dir Woody Allen, USA. December 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 11, 16, 17, 18

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COMing SOOn tO tHE StAR CinEMA: Queen of Katwe Mahana La La Land Allied A United Kingdom Lion Like Crazy Jackie Janis: Little Girl Blue The Family Loving The Eagle Huntress & much much more...

HAPPY CHRiStMAS!

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DECEMBER2016 PROGRAMEVEntS & SPECiALS Bookings are essential for all special events. Book early on 5446 2025 to avoid disappointment.

Star Cinema ticket Prices:Adults: $15.00Members / Concession: $13.00 Seniors / Under 16: $10.00Family: $40.00Box office opens 30 mins prior to screening time. Licensed venue.

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Bendigo Colleges Symphonic Band Fundraiser 5.30pm performance and light supper, 6.30pm film Tuesday December 6, Kubo & the Two Strings. Bookings: Jennifer Schatzle 0401 900 165

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MOnDAY MADnESS! ALL tiX JUSt $10

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nick Cave & the Bad Seeds OnE MORE tiME WitH FEELingEnCORE SCREEning! A remarkable black-and-white documentary about the creation of Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds album ‘Skeleton Tree’.

Originally a performance based concept, the film evolved into something much more significant as director Andrew Dominik delved into the tragic backdrop of the writing and recording of the album. Interwoven throughout the Bad Seeds’ filmed performance of the new album are interviews and footage shot by Dominik. The result is stark, fragile and raw, and a true testament to an artist trying to find his way through the darkness.

This extraordinary and now widely lauded film premiered at The Venice Film festival on September 5, followed by screenings on September 8 in 950 cinemas across 30 countries.

Already seen by more than 125,000 people on one day – many at sold out screenings – the phenomenal response globally sees it return to cinemas for one more run on December 1.

Tickets Adults $20 / Conc & Members $15. Bookings essential. NFT

tHURSDAY DECEMBER 1 At 7.30PM

Celebrate with us, and make cinema your gift this Christmas!giFt VOUCHERS & MEMBERSHiPS» give your loved ones a unique cinema experience this year, with gift vouchers and / or a Star Cinema membership that offers great benefits for a whole year! Gift vouchers can be purchased individually at regular ticket prices, or in bulk at a discount price and are presented in gorgeous gift cards. NB: please ensure you allow sufficient time for delivery if you wish your gift to be posted in time for Christmas.

tHE PERFECt CHRiStMAS gEt tOgEtHER» Great films, local wines, beer and snacks in our unique environment – it’s the perfect combination for a relaxed and enjoyable pre-Christmas get together for your business, organisation or social group. Call the office on 5446 2526 during office hours for more information.

HAPPY CHRiStMAS & tHAnK YOU!the Star Cinema team would like to thank our amazing volunteers for giving their time again this year. We would also like to thank our wonderful patrons for continuing to support the Star Cinema throughout 2016.

We look forward to bringing you another year of great films and events, with an exciting development coming in February 2017, watch this space...

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LEOnARD COHEn: BiRD On A WiREtRiBUtE SCREEningJoin us as we celebrate and farewell the late great Canadian singer, songwriter, poet, novelist, and painter in a night of film on the big screen, featuring the documentary BiRD On A WiRE (MA 15+, 105min).

Captured on tour and ‘off-duty’, this almost lost and forgotten documentary concert film showcases one of the world’s most respected singer-song writers. Following Leonard Cohen on his 1972 World Tour – featuring performances in Berlin, Vienna, Copenhagen and Israel – this is an exciting release of a once controversial film directed by legendary prize winning filmmaker Tony Palmer.

Fresh and exhilarating, Leonard Cohen’s artistry and creative force soars through 19 classic performances including Famous Blue Raincoat, Sisters of Mercy and So Long, Marianne and features some of his most rousing and thought-provoking poetry; culminating in a must-see ‘trip’ in Jerusalem.

BIRD ON A WIRE has been painstakingly restored & re-edited from recently discovered footage.

Tickets at regular prices. Bookings essential. Drinks available all night at bar prices. No Free Tickets

SAtURDAY DECEMBER 10 At 7.30PM