FEBRUARY 1

THE BLACK POWER MIXTAPE 1967-1975

2011. Sweden. Dir: Göran Olsson. With Documentary. 100 min

Stylishly constructed from period footage shot by the Swedish media (including a gripping Angela Davis prison interview) with commentary from modern-day artists and thinkers, this essential primer reflects on the vibrant, heterogeneous Black Power movement. Speaker: Prof. Leah Wright, History/AFAM.
FEBRUARY 2

THE DOLPHIN BOY

2011. Israel. Dir: Dani Menkin. With Documentary. 72 min
In this remarkable tale of healing, a father seeks a cure for his catatonic son with the dolphins of the Red Sea. The ensuing events depict a story as unique and startling as the transforming rehabilitative treatment on display. Followed by a talk with director Menkin.  
FEBRUARY 3

THE LION KING

1994. USA. Dir: Roger Allers, Rob Minkoff. With Animated. 89 min
It's clear from your vacant expressions / The lights are not all on upstairs / But we're talking kings and successions / Even you can't be caught unawares /
...BE PREPAAAARED!  
FEBRUARY 4

INTO GREAT SILENCE

2005. Germany. Dir: Philip Gröning. With Documentary. 169 min
In this meditative doc, the silent Carthusian monks (an order beloved by many, including the Dalai Lama) allow rare access into the fascinating rhythm of their timeless world. Post-film Q&A with History Prof. William Johnston and Father Hal, Catholic Chaplain. Co-sponsored by the Catholic Chaplaincy of the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life.