Chinatown (1974) Sept 5
A private detective in 1930s Los Angeles is hired to follow a woman's husband. The case turns out to be about something else entirely.
Classic and world cinema in the Little Theater at Alameda High School. Every other Friday at 6pm. Free admission. Drinks at the door.
Now showing: Chinatown — Friday September 5, 6pm.
Free! 2200 Central Avenue, Alameda CA 94501.
Chinatown (1974) Sept 5
A private detective in 1930s Los Angeles is hired to follow a woman's husband. The case turns out to be about something else entirely.
Sunset Boulevard (1950) Sept 19
A screenwriter hiding from debt collectors pulls into what looks like an abandoned mansion. The woman who lives there is Norma Desmond, a silent film star who stopped working in 1929 and hasn't really noticed.
Rear Window (1954) Oct 3
A photographer breaks his leg and spends his recovery watching his neighbors through the window. He starts to think the man across the courtyard has murdered his wife.
To Live (1994) Oct 17
A man in 1940s China gambles away his family's house. By the time he wins it back, the country has changed enough that it doesn't matter anymore. Shown with English and Chinese subtitles, in partnership with the Chinese Language Department.
Dr. Strangelove (1964) Oct 31
A US Air Force general goes insane and orders a nuclear strike on the Soviet Union without telling anyone. The President finds out from the Soviet ambassador.
Amores Perros (2000) Nov 14
Three people in Mexico City whose lives cross at a car accident: a teenager who has been entering his dog in fights to earn money, a model who is badly hurt in the crash, and an old man who makes his living as a hitman. Shown with English and Spanish subtitles, in partnership with the Spanish Department.
What should we show next semester?
Is it really free?
Yes. Drinks are available for a small charge at the door.
Do I need to sign up or reserve a seat?
No. Just show up. Doors open at 5:45.
Are the foreign language films subtitled?
Yes, always in English. Films shown in partnership with a language department will also have subtitles in that language.
Can I come late?
The film starts at 6pm sharp. You can come in after it starts but we'd rather you didn't.
Who runs this?
It's a student club at Alameda High School. Questions or suggestions: films@littletheaterfilms.pages.dev
Will there be more screenings in the spring?
Yes, schedule to be announced.
Little Theater, Alameda High School, 2200 Central Ave, Alameda, CA 94501. Every other Friday at 6pm. films@littletheaterfilms.pages.dev