The Browning Version
Author Tobias Wolff celebrates literature and learning in his novel Old School, the current Big Read selection chosen by the Libraries of Greater Kansas City. Hollywood has proven at times an unlikely ally of literature and learning as demonstrated by Old School Ties on Saturdays at 1:30 p.m. throughout April 2009 in the Stanley H. Durwood Film Vault at the Central Library, 14 W. 10th St.
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The film line-up includes:
The Browning Version (1994) on April 4. Albert Finney stars in this screen adaptation of the Terrence Rattigan play about a teacher of Latin and Greek at a British public school who is retiring after 20 years of service. Rated R. (97 min.)
The Dead Poets Society (1989) on April 11. A new English teacher at Welton Academy, John Keating (Robin Williams) instills in his students a commitment to battle the status quo – leading to momentous consequences. Rated PG. (128 min.)
Finding Forrester (2000) on April 18. A gifted African-American student (Jamal Wallace, in his film debut) befriends a reclusive writer (Sean Connery), and the friendship has a lasting impact on both. Rated PG-13. (136 min.)
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) on April 25. Harry Potter returns to Hogwarts for his fourth term, facing his most daunting challenges yet in this series that not only celebrates reading but also encourages it. Rated PG-13. (157 min.)
