Our mission is to support and encourage a vibrant cinematic community in SW Michigan.
Come to Celebration Cinema in Portage to see the latest films selected by KFS.
Admission is $7.75 when you show your KFS membership card.
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THE LONG GAME
In 1955, five young Mexican-American caddies, out of the love for the game, were determined to learn how to play, so they created their own golf course in the middle of the South Texas desert. Despite having outdated and inferior equipment, and no professional instruction, they would go on to compete against wealthy all-white teams and win the 1957 Texas State High School Golf Championship. Their inspiring triumph overcame prejudice and broke barriers for many Latino PGA golfers to follow.
Directed by Julio Quintana
Starring: Dennis Quaid, Jay Hernandez, Gillian Vigman
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20 DAYS IN MARIUPOL
As the Russian invasion begins in 2022, a team of Ukrainian journalists trapped in the besieged city of Mariupol struggle to continue their work documenting the war's atrocities over a three-week period. The film won an Academy Award for Best Documentary for its depiction of the heart and tenacity of the residents as well as the brutality of war.
Directed by Mstyslav Chernov
Starring: Mstyslav Chernov, Evgeniy Maloletka, Liudmyla Amelkina
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LA CHIMERA
A chimera is an illusion or fabrication of the mind, most especially an unrealizable dream. For a band of thieves who target ancient graves and archeological sites, the chimera means wealth and the luxury to not have to work. In an adventurous journey between the living and the dead, between forests and cities, between celebrations and solitudes, the intertwined destinies of these characters unfold...all in search of the chimera. Josh O'Connor and Isabella Rossellini lead an international cast in this spellbinding fantasy.
Directed by Alice Rohrwacher
Starring: Josh O'Connor, Carol Duarte, Vincenzo Nemolato
Special Local Screening at KP Cinemas
From May 3 through May 9 the film will screen daily at 2:00PM and 7:30PM. The good people at KP Cinemas will offer KFS members a special ticket price of $8.75 (their regular student price) for all screenings. You can pre-order tickets on the KP Cinema website , just choose the student ticket option.
If you prefer to order in person, you must present your KFS membership card at the box office to receive the discount. Regardless of how you purchase your ticket, the staff is prepared and looking forward to seeing you!
This is a perfect opportunity to show your appreciation and support for our multi-faceted local creative community - whether the creation is graphic art, a film, a beverage...or all three.
May 2 - 9
A TWO HEARTED TALE
Kalamazoo is known for its rich arts culture and its many breweries. Bell's was the first craft brewery and its Two Hearted Ale is the number one IPA in the country; the trout image on the label is now as iconic as the beverage. If you ever wondered just how that fish wound up on the label (as comedian Dave Chapelle did when he was in town), this documentary short will provide the answer. Local artist Ladislav Hanka, who created the image, has connections to the product that go deeper than the art on the label.
Directed by Bret Miller and Rory K, McHarg
Starring: Steve Berthel, Martin C. Burch, Roy Deal
There is a special opening night event on May 2 at 7:00PM. Tickets are $12.00 and include a Q&A with the filmmakers and Mr. Hanka after the show. Here is the link to order tickets for the premiere only.