What we’re about
We are film lovers – at all levels of cinematic familiarity – who meet regularly online (and occasionally in person) to discuss, explore, and even sometimes answer the question: “What makes a film a classic?” Why do some films move us so deeply and become a part of our lives forever?
If you love movies, and especially if you enjoy talking about them, join our Zoom sessions or in-person events! You’ll meet a great group of fellow enthusiasts, and our lively exchanges will deepen your appreciation of even the most familiar films from the past – whether recent or distant – from Hollywood or abroad. Join us and see your favorite film classics – or discover new ones – in a whole new way!
“The musical insights were revelatory.” – (re:) The Ghost and Mrs. Muir
“Thanks for making ‘Citizen Kane’ even more remarkable and memorable for me!” – (re:) Citizen Kane
“Bravo! Engrossing film was made even more enthralling by the superb discussion!” – (re:) The Spy Who Came in from the Cold
“I always loved The Searchers, but hearing new perspectives helped me understand the film even better!” – (re:) The Searchers
“The discussion made me realize how much immediacy the European cast brought to Casablanca!” – (re:) Casablanca
Upcoming events (3)
See all- French New Wave, Part II: Jules and Jim (1962)Link visible for attendees
THIS WILL BE AN ONLINE EVENT.
This film is available on the following subscription-free streaming service:
• Amazon
• iTunes
• Kanopy (Free, through your local library)Consult the specific service for their terms, conditions, and pricing. See reelgood.com for other streaming options.
Now, three's company...
Jules and Jim (1962)
Director: Francois Truffault
Starring: Jeanne Moreau, Oskar Werner, Henri Serre
Plot: Just before WWI, two, male best friends -- one French, one Austrian -- fall in love with a free-spirited French woman. Their congenial ménage à trois survives the War, but can it survive their hearts?5 IMPORTANT TO DOS AND TO KNOWS
- View the film on DVD or your preferred streaming service prior to the event (services streaming the movie are noted above).
- We will post and email three questions to think about a few days before the event, to help spark your thinking and foster an active discussion.
- A link to the Zoom conference* -- visible only to those who have RSVP'd -- will be posted on this page the day before the event. The link and password will also be emailed at the same time.
- A minimum of 6 RSVPs by 5 PM, Thursday, April 25, will be required to hold this event. Do not wait till the last minute to sign up!
- Only RSVP if you will attend, and keep your RSVP current. We will be tracking no-shows per our policy.
*Learn all about Zoom with our "Zoom Basics" page.
If you're enjoying our online events, please make a contribution to keep this Meetup running. Our online events are quite complex, and Meetup charges $200 annually, just to use the platform. Please, make a contribution in whatever amount you can afford. Thank you.
For the best option, use Zelle, through your online bank account, to make a free, instant transfer. Send me a direct Message, using Meetup's Message function, and I'll get right back to you. Contact me for other payment options, as well. Thanks!
- French New Wave, Part III: Last Year at Marienbad (1961)Link visible for attendees
THIS WILL BE AN ONLINE EVENT.
This film is available on the following subscription-free streaming services:
• Amazon Prime
• Google Play
• iTunes
• Kanopy (Free through your local library)
• MicrosoftConsult the specific services for their terms, conditions, and pricing. See reelgood.com for other streaming options.
Now, haven't we met...?
Last Year at Marienbad (1961)
Director: Alain Renais
Starring: Delphine Seyrig, Giorgio Albertazzi
Plot: A man meets a woman at a luxurious European spa and is convinced they were there, together, the previous year, but she has no memory of him or their meeting. Whose memory is the truth? Is there any way to know?5 IMPORTANT TO DOS AND TO KNOWS
- View the film on DVD or your preferred streaming service prior to the event (services streaming the movie are noted above).
- We will post and email three questions to think about a few days before the event, to help spark your thinking and foster an active discussion.
- A link to the Zoom conference* -- visible only to those who have RSVP'd -- will be posted on this page the day before the event. The link and password will also be emailed at the same time.
- A minimum of 6 RSVPs by 5 PM, Thursday, May 9, will be required to hold this event. Do not wait till the last minute to sign up!
- Only RSVP if you will attend, and keep your RSVP current. We will be tracking no-shows per our policy.
*Learn all about Zoom with our "Zoom Basics" page.
If you're enjoying our online events, please make a contribution to keep this Meetup running. Our online events are quite complex, and Meetup charges $200 annually, just to use the platform. Please, make a contribution in whatever amount you can afford. Thank you.
For the best option, use Zelle, through your online bank account, to make a free, instant transfer. Send me a direct Message, using Meetup's Message function, and I'll get right back to you. Contact me for other payment options, as well. Thanks!
- New Wave Hollywood: Two for the Road (1967)Link visible for attendees
THIS WILL BE AN ONLINE EVENT.
This film is available on the following subscription-free streaming services:
• Amazon Prime
• iTunes
• Google Play
• Microsoft
• VuduConsult the specific services for their terms, conditions, and pricing. See reelgood.com for other streaming options.
Now, love's a memory...
Two for the Road (1967)
Director: Stanley Donen
Starring: Audrey Hepburn, Albert Finney
Plot: After 10 years of marriage, a young couple, slipping into their 40s, find their relationship souring. For a break -- and possibly a plum contract for him -- they take a road trip across France, where their awkward present contrasts with their giddy courtship, as their story unspools in reverse. (Audrey Hepburn sports some of Givenchy's kickiest outfits from the 1960s!)5 IMPORTANT TO DOS AND TO KNOWS
- View the film on DVD or your preferred streaming service prior to the event (services streaming the movie are noted above).
- We will post and email three questions to think about a few days before the event, to help spark your thinking and foster an active discussion.
- A link to the Zoom conference* -- visible only to those who have RSVP'd -- will be posted on this page the day before the event. The link and password will also be emailed at the same time.
- A minimum of 6 RSVPs by 5 PM, Thursday, May 30, will be required to hold this event. Do not wait till the last minute to sign up!
- Only RSVP if you will attend, and keep your RSVP current. We will be tracking no-shows per our policy.
*Learn all about Zoom with our "Zoom Basics" page.
If you're enjoying our online events, please make a contribution to keep this Meetup running. Our online events are quite complex, and Meetup charges $200 annually, just to use the platform. Please, make a contribution in whatever amount you can afford. Thank you.
For the best option, use Zelle, through your online bank account, to make a free, instant transfer. Send me a direct Message, using Meetup's Message function, and I'll get right back to you. Contact me for other payment options, as well. Thanks!
