Special Events

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE - OCTOBER 4TH

Writer and notorious marriage detractor Mortimer Brewster (Cary Grant) falls for girl-next-door Elaine Harper (Priscilla Lane), and they tie the knot on Halloween. When the newlyweds return to their respective family homes to deliver the news, Brewster finds a corpse hidden in a window seat. With his eccentric aunts (Josephine Hull, Jean Adair), disturbed uncle (John Alexander), and homicidal brother (Raymond Massey), he starts to realize that his family is even crazier than he thought.

Directed By: Frank Capra
Written By: Julius J. Epstein, Joseph Kesselring
Starring: Cary Grant, Priscilla Lane, Raymond Massey

Rated Approved; Runtime 1hr 58min

THE GREAT DICTATOR - OCTOBER 11TH

Join us at the CAMEO on Saturday, October 11 at 4:30 PM for a special big-screen presentation of Charlie Chaplin’s The Great Dictator.

Chaplin’s first true sound film, The Great Dictator (1940) is both a biting political satire and a courageous act of resistance. In it, Chaplin plays a dual role: a humble Jewish barber and the ruthless dictator Adenoid Hynkel, a thinly veiled parody of Hitler. Returning from years in a hospital after the Great War, the barber is shocked to find his community terrorized by Hynkel’s regime, and soon joins his neighbors in defiance.

A bold denunciation of fascism made before the U.S. entered World War II, the film was both controversial and groundbreaking upon release. Today, it is remembered for its daring satire, Chaplin’s remarkable dual performance, and its stirring final speech, which remains one of the most powerful calls for peace and humanity in cinema history.

Directed By: Charles Chaplin
Written By: Charles Chaplin
Starring: Charles Chaplin, Paulette Goddard, Jack Oakie

Rated G; Runtime 2hr 5min

MY OMAHA - OCTOBER 12TH

MY OMAHA is a powerful and intimate portrait of a left-leaning filmmaker and his terminally ill, MAGA-supporting father as they embark on a series of raw, searching conversations—set against the backdrop of a racially and politically divided Omaha. As activist movements rise in North Omaha and the filmmaker forms a deep bond with a local leader, the film becomes both a personal reckoning and a moving exploration of how love, grief, and honest dialogue can transcend even the deepest divides.

This is our second film from the IRL Movie Club, a non-profit organization that curates and underwrites a quarterly documentary film program designed to gather people in theaters across the nation on the same day, where they can watch, connect, and talk. TICKETS ARE ONLY $5!

Directed By: Nick Beaulieu
Written By: Nick Beaulieu

Rated NR; Runtime 1hr 25min

WISDOM OF HAPPINESS - OCTOBER 18TH

WISDOM OF HAPPINESS is a deeply intimate and highly cinematic documentary featuring the Dalai Lama, who, at nearly 90 years old, offers practical advice for navigating the 21st century’s challenges. The film captures the Dalai Lama speaking directly to viewers, creating a sense of a private audience, and shares his timeless wisdom on achieving inner peace and happiness for everyone.

In what is likely to be the Dalai Lama’s last appearance in a film, the extraordinary collaboration between Barbara Miller, Philip Delaquis, Manuel Bauer, Oren Moverman and Richard Gere creates a remarkable and timely offering to viewers. The filmmakers weave captivating access with contemplative visuals and never-before-seen archival film to take viewers on a generous meditative climb- from the base of suffering to the peak of human intelligence where the view is simply transformational.

Directed By: Philip Delaquis, Barbara Miller
Written By: Philip Delaquis, Barbara Miller
Starring: The Dalai Lama

Rated NR; Runtime 1hr 30min

THE LIBRARIANS - OCTOBER 19 & 21

Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. As they well know, controlling the flow of ideas means control over communities.

In Texas, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQia+ stories – triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. As tensions escalate, librarians connect the dots from heated school and library board meetings nationwide to lay bare the underpinnings of extremism fueling the censorship efforts. Despite facing harassment, threats, and laws aimed at criminalizing their work – the librarians’ rallying cry for freedom to read is a chilling cautionary tale.

Directed By: Kim A. Snyder
Starring: Suzette Baker, Weston Brown, Becky Calzada

Rated NR; Runtime 1hr 32min

FRANKENSTEIN (1931) - FOURTH FRIDAY FRIGHT NIGHT OCTOBER 24TH

Join us for October’s Fourth Friday Fright Night on Friday, October 24 at 9:30 PM with the 1931 Boris Karloff classic Frankenstein!

This is the perfect opportunity to indulge in the chilling world of Frankenstein and revisit one of the original inspirations for Guillermo del Toro’s newest take on the iconic character.

The film follows the obsessed scientist Dr. Henry Frankenstein as he attempts to create life by assembling a creature from the body parts of the deceased. Aided by his loyal but misshapen assistant, Fritz, Frankenstein succeeds in animating his monster—only for it to escape into the countryside and wreak havoc. As terror spreads, Frankenstein must confront the tormented being he brought to life.

Don’t miss your chance to see this groundbreaking horror masterpiece on the big screen as part of our monthly fright night tradition!

Directed By: James Whale
Written By: John L. Balderston, Mary Shelley, Peggy Webling
Starring: Colin Clive, Mae Clarke, Boris Karloff

Rated Approved; Runtime 1hr 10min

MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL (1975) - 50TH ANNIVERSARY SCREENING NOVEMBER 1ST

“Fifty years after its release, it continues to serve as inspiration for new generations of comedians and writers – and holds a special place in the hearts and minds of fans around the world.” - NPR

Join us at the CAMEO on November 1st at 4:30PM to celebrate one of the most joyously British movies ever made, this endlessly quotable non-stop gigglefest about the filthiness and absurdity of the Middle Ages never fails to put smiles on the audience’s faces. Our iconic Pythonites in Cleese, Idle, Palin, Jones, Chapman and Gilliam were never funnier. Honestly perfect, no notes.

Directed By: Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones
Written By: Graham Chapman, John CleeseEric Idle
Starring: Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Eric Idle

Rated PG; Runtime 1hr 31min

RED CARPET PREMIERE OF AIR ANGELS: FLIGHT HELENE and Special Live Event - NOVEMBER 11TH

Walk the Red Carpet when Hollywood Comes to Fayetteville!

It's the special premiere of Air Angels: Flight Helene, a film from the award winning movie and television company, Just Do GOOD Entertainment, celebrating the every day heroes, civilians and veterans alike, who jumped into action to help individuals stranded in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. This exciting event is for anyone who believes in the power of doing good for others, as well as aviation enthusiasts and those who love content that inspires.

The 6 PM showing of portions of Air Angels: Flight Helene is hosted by Emmy Winning journalist Gilbert Baez, who will also honor local heroes. The film will be recognized by the mayor of Fayetteville!

AND.... All ticket holders are eligible to be entered to win a grand prize-A gift package from the legendary Balabushka Cue Company! This includes a coveted Balabushka cue, known for being featured in the Oscar winning film, The Color of Money... and other items too! (Winner must be present.)

One lucky ticket holder will be chosen randomly to win this incredible prize. The cue stick and other billiard items in the winner's package is valued at over $800. Ticket holder must be present to win.