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Don’t Refuse THE GODFATHER, PART II tonight at the Ron Robinson Theater

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RRT g2Arguably the best sequel ever, The Godfather, Part II is the only sequel to win the Oscar for Best Picture after the original film also won that award.  Francis Ford Coppola’s 1974 epic examines both the rise of Michael Corleone and the early days of his father Vito Corleone.

Al Pacino returns as Michael with Robert De Niro taking on the role of younger Vito.  Both men were nominated for Oscars with De Niro taking home the Best Supporting Actor award.  Others in the cast include the return of Diane Keaton, John Cazale, Robert Duvall, Talia Shire, Abe Vigoda and James Caan along with newcomers Lee Strasberg, Michael V. Gazzo, and Troy Donohue.  Danny Aiello, Bruno Kirby and Harry Dean Stanton can also be seen in small parts.

The screenplay was by Coppola and Mario Puzo, on whose novel the first two films were based.  The Godfather, Part II was nominated for 11 Oscars. In addition to De Niro’s win and the Best Picture trophy, it won for Director (Coppola), Screenplay (Coppola and Puzo), Art Direction and Score.

Tonight at 7pm, this big film returns to the big screen as the Ron Robinson Theatre screens it as part of the Great Directors series.  Tickets are $5, with concessions available for purchase as well.

THE GODFATHER on the big screen at CALS Ron Robinson tonight at 7

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the-godfatherTonight the Central Arkansas Library System is making an offer the public cannot refuse – a chance to see Francis Ford Coppola’s 1972 opus The Godfather on the big screen.  No, if you miss it you won’t wake up with a horse head in your bed tomorrow – but you will have missed a chance to experience this masterpiece as it is meant to be.

Based on Mario Puzo’s novel, Puzo and Coppola crafted a screenplay which tells of the business and family affairs of the Corleone family.  Deftly directed by Coppola, it stars Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Robert Duvall, Diane Keaton, Talia Shire and John Cazale.  Creating other memorable characters are Richard S. Castellano, Al Lettieri, Abe Vigoda, John Martino, Alex Rocco, Gianni Russo, Tony Giorgio and Vito Scotti among others.

The film was nominated for ten Oscars and took home Best Picture, Actor (Brando) and Adapted Screenplay.  Famously, Brando refused the award and sent Sacheen Littlefeather to make a speech.  The other nominees were Caan, Duvall and Pacino all up for Supporting Actor; Coppola for Director; as well as nominations for Costume Design, Sound and Film Editing.

Since this is Grammy week, it is notable that the film’s score by Nino Rota (ruled ineligible for an Oscar) won the Grammy for Music composed for movie or TV.

The screening starts at 7pm at the CALS Ron Robinson Theater.  Tickets are $5 and concessions are available.

Movie Lineup at CALS Ron Robinson Theatre announced

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cals ronrob intMovie lovers of all ages can plan their entertainment schedule with the Central Arkansas Library System‘s (CALS)Ron Robinson Theater‘s winter/spring line up. Three series have been designed for adults, young adults, and children, and the films will be screened at the theater, 100 River Market Avenue, through May. Tickets are $5 each, concessions are available, and access is near the Main Library‘s parking lot.

Combined these films have won 6 Oscars and been nominated for 31.

            From the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, “The Classics”series includes

The Godfather (R)

Thursday, February 12

7 p.m.

Breakfast at Tiffany‘s (NR)

Friday, April 10

7 p.m.

Some Like It Hot (NR)

Friday, May 1

7 p.m.

 

            Highlighting some of the best from the 1980s and 1990s is “The Rewind” series includes

Pretty Woman (R)

Friday, February 6

7 p.m.

Annie (1982 PG)

Thursday, March 12

7 p.m.

Fight Club (R)

Thursday, April 9

7 p.m.

Ferris Bueller‘s Day Off (R)

Thursday, May 28

7 p.m.

            For families, the “Kid Flix” series includes

Anastasia (G)

Saturday, January 24

2 p.m.

James and the Giant Peach (PG)

Saturday, February 28

2 p.m.

Fantastic Mr. Fox (PG)

Saturday, March 28

2 p.m.

The Sandlot (PG)

Saturday, April 11

2 p.m.

            The 315 seat single-screen theater combines the best of the golden age of cinema and today‘s industry standard in state-of-the-art projection, lighting, and surround sound equipment. We are proud to offer Central Arkansas residents an exceptional cinema experience.

            For tickets or more information contact the Ron Robinson Theater Box Office at 320-5715 or visit the website at www.ronrobinsontheater.com.