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Series at the Aero Theatre in Santa Monica

CLASSIC MOVIE CLOWNS
Thu, Apr 18, 2019 - Thu, Apr 25, 2019

Slapstick and visual humor have universal appeal that transcends generations; our tribute to classic movie clowns includes such legends as Charlie Chaplin (THE GREAT DICTATOR), Harold Lloyd (SAFETY LAST!), Laurel & Hardy (SONS OF THE DESERT) and the Marx Brothers (A NIGHT AT THE OPERA) to keep you in stitches.


SALT, SWEAT AND SUNSHINE: THE CINEMA OF CLAIRE DENIS
Fri, Apr 12, 2019 - Sun, Apr 14, 2019

French filmmaker Claire Denis has created a distinct cinematic language over the past 30 years. On the eve of the release of her latest work, we present a weekend survey of her career, including such acclaimed films as CHOCOLAT, BEAU TRAVAIL, TROUBLE EVERY DAY and NÉNETTE AND BONI, with Denis appearing in person for two programs.


BLEAK, BUT NEVER BORING: LIFE ACCORDING TO MIKE LEIGH
Mon, Apr 1, 2019 - Sun, Apr 7, 2019

Mike Leigh has made an indelible mark on cinema with his committed realism and mastery of improvisation. Join us for a weekend tribute to the British director including such favorites as LIFE IS SWEET, NAKED and SECRETS & LIES. With Leigh appearing in person with the new PETERLOO!


In Person Guests!

CANADA NOW 2019: NEW FILMS FROM CANADA
Thu, Mar 21, 2019 - Sun, Mar 24, 2019

Canada Now 2019 is a diverse, engaging, decidedly entertaining selection of the best in contemporary Canadian cinema. From family drama to mystery to character study to documentary, you’ll find impressive new work by veteran and rookie directors alike. Filmmakers in person each night!


3-D FAVORITES
Thu, Mar 14, 2019 - Sun, Mar 17, 2019

As LACMA's 3D: Double Vision exhibition draws to a close, we present a weekend of 3-D favorites including DIAL M FOR MURDER, CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON,GOODBYE TO LANGUAGE and a program surveying recent Disney 3-D animation.


ALBERT FINNEY REMEMBERED
Sun, Mar 3, 2019 - Sun, Mar 10, 2019

Albert Finney was among the most respected British actors of his generation. We remember the performer with a program of favorites including MILLER’S CROSSING, TWO FOR THE ROAD and ANNIE, as well as his Oscar-nominated turns in TOM JONES and UNDER THE VOLCANO.