Senior Cinema
Coolidge Corner Branch Library
31 Pleasant Street, Brookline MA 02446
Telephone 617-730-2380
Thursdays
Refreshments 1:00 p.m.
Film 1:30 p.m.
Coco Before Chanel
Mar 18, 2010 Coolidge Corner
Orphaned as a child, Gabrielle Chanel used her determination, unique style and visionary talent to work her way from seamstress to cabaret girl to the opulent French countryside, where she eventually found success in the world of haute couture. Audrey Tautou shines in this intriguing portrait of the early life of Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, who would go on to build a fashion empire, defy convention and embody the modern woman. Directed by Anne Fontaine.
In French with English subtitles.
(2009, 1 hr 50 min)
Bright Star
Mar 25, 2010 Coolidge Corner
In the wilds of 19th century England, an unlikely romance begins between young poet John Keats and the girl next door, Fanny Brawne, who becomes his muse and the love of his tragically short life. Despite opposition from forces on both sides, theirs became a passionate and unstoppable relationship that would be shattered only by Keats’ untimely death at age 25. Directed by Jane Campion.
(2009, 1 hr 59 min, CC)