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Friday, September 25, and Sunday, September 27
Lost in Space (1998)
movie picture
"Danger, Will Robinson!" The Robinson family is adrift in deep
space after the devious Dr. Smith (Gary Oldman) sabotages their
mission to save Earth. They must repair their damaged spaceship, fight
back alien creatures, and build a gateway to allow humans to colonize
other worlds. Based on the kitschy 60s TV series. Also stars William
Hurt, Matt Le Blanc, and Mimi Rogers.
130 min, rated PG-13, with DTS digital sound
Times:
7 & 10 in 26-100 on 09/25
7:00 in 26-100 on 09/27
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Saturday, September 26, and Sunday, September 27
Object of My Affection, The (1998)
movie picture
George (Paul Rudd) and Nina (Jennifer Aniston) seem like the perfect
couple. They share a cozy Brooklyn apartment, a taste for tuna
casserole, and a devotion to ballroom dancing. They love each
other. There's only one hitch: George is gay. And when Nina announces
she's pregnant, things get especially complicated. Nina's
overbearing boyfriend - the baby's father - wants marriage. Nina
wants independence. George will do anything for a little affection,
but is he ready to become an unwed surrogate dad? This comedy/drama
pushes the tender lines between love, sex, and friendship.
112 min, rated R
Times:
7 & 10 in 26-100 on 09/26
10:00 in 26-100 on 09/27
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Monday, September 28
Stand and Deliver (1987) with introduction by Prof. Amar Bose
Jaime Escalante (Edward James Olmos) is a mathematics teacher in a
school in a hispanic neighbourhood. Convinced that his students have
potential, he adopts unconventional teaching methods to try and turn
gang members and no-hopers into some of the country's top algebra and
calculus students. Dr. Amar Bose, MIT Professor and Chairman of Bose
Corporation, introduces the film. He recounts his personal visits to
Jaime Escalante's classes, and how they completely changed his views
on learning, teaching, and the amazing capabilities inherent in every
one of us.
This event is free and open to the public.
not rated
Times:
7:00 in 10-250 on 09/28
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Tuesday, September 29
The Future of Turkey's Place in the West
A lecture by Tansu Ciller, former Prime Minister of Turkey and the
Country's first woman Prime Minister, will speak on Turkey's relationship
to the West. Tansu Ciller also holds a Ph.D. in Economics.
This event is free and open to the public.
not rated
Times:
6:00 in Wong Auditorium (E51-115) on 09/29
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