Stanley A. Milner Library (Downtown) Friday, December 28, 2012, 2 – 4pm Join us for screenings of films adapted from books. Free showings of films adapted from books, presented by the Stanley A. Milner Library. Friday afternoons at 2:00pm in the Audio Visual room. November is a month of female-focused features Friday, November 2, 2:00pm
The Hunger Games
Based on the sci-fi novel of the same name by Suzanne Collins, this film was a box-office phenomenon when released earlier this year. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, the film takes place in a post-apocalyptic future where teenagers are forced to participate in the Hunger Games, an annual televised fight to the death. 142 minutes (2012) 14A Friday, November 9, 2:00pm
Breakfast at Tiffany's
Based on a novella of the same name by Truman Capote, this Blake Edwards directed film stars Audrey Hepburn in the memorable role of Holly Golightly, a naïve and eccentric socialite who becomes interested in a young man (George Peppard) who moves into her apartment building. Hepburn's performance of Mercer and Mancini's classic "Moon River" won an Oscar for best song. 115 minutes (1961) PG Friday, November 16, 2:00pm
My Week with Marilyn
Based on two books by Colin Clark, a former employee of Sir Laurence Olivier, this film focuses on the making of the 1957 film "The Prince and the Showgirl" which starred Olivier and Marilyn Monroe. Clark (played by Eddie Redmayne) was in charge of escorting Marilyn (played by Michelle Williams in an Oscar-nominated performance) around London for a week. The cast also includes Kenneth Branagh as Olivier and Julia Ormand as Vivien Leigh. 99 minutes (2011) 14A Friday, November 23, 2:00pm
The Devil Wears Prada
Meryl Streep received an Oscar nomination for her portrayal of the boss from hell, fashion magazine editor Miranda Priestly. Anne Hathaway plays her fresh out of college co-assistant in this comedy-drama based on Lauren Weisberger's novel of the same name. 109 minutes (2006) PG Friday, November 30, 2:00pm
Clueless
Believe it or not, this film is loosely based on Jane Austen's "Emma", transformed to a Beverly Hills high school circa 1995. Alicia Silverstone's performance is note-perfect as an affluent, fashion-obsessed teen who is queen of her scene in this hilarious comedy-satire. 97 minutes (1995) PG Visit our Film Series page to watch trailers Call Norm Frizzell at 780-944-5383 for more information or email: nfrizzell@epl.ca Neighbourhood : Downtown Cost : Free More info : www.epl.ca….
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