The Critic's Eye

Explore notable films from the 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s that transcend their genres and permanently redefined how storytelling formulas are approached. These presentations will include post-screening talkbacks with Lawrence Toppman, former Charlotte Observer film critic and lifetime member of The Southeastern Film Critics Association; with conversation moderated by Tim Whitmire, Founder of CXN Advisory.

‘The Critic’s Eye’ film series is made possible in partnership with The Charlotte Ledger.

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

Tue, May 14

Tue, May 14

7:00 pm

Director: Ang Lee Run Time: 120 min. Rating: R Release Year: 2000 Language: Chinese

Starring: Chang Chen, Chow Yun-fat, Michelle Yeoh, Sihung Lung, Zhang Ziyi

A timeless story of strength, secrets and two warriors who would never surrender.

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Shutter Island

Tue, May 28

Tue, May 28

7:00 pm

Director: Martin Scorsese Run Time: 138 min. Rating: R Release Year: 2010

Starring: Ben Kingsley, Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Ruffalo, Max von Sydow, Michelle Williams

Some places never let you go.

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Being John Malkovich

Tue, Jun 11

Tue, Jun 11

7:00 pm

Director: Spike Jonze Run Time: 113 min. Rating: R Release Year: 1999

Starring: Cameron Diaz, Catherine Keener, John Cusack, John Malkovich, Mary Kay Place

Ever wanted to be someone else? Now you can.

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Zodiac

Tue, Jun 25

Tue, Jun 25

7:00 pm

Director: David Fincher Run Time: 163 min. Rating: R Release Year: 2007

Starring: Anthony Edwards, Chloë Sevigny, Jake Gyllenhaal, Mark Ruffalo, Robert Downey Jr.

There's more than one way to lose your life to a killer.

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Unforgiven

Tue, Jul 9

Tue, Jul 9

7:00 pm

Director: Clint Eastwood Run Time: 130 min. Rating: R Release Year: 1992

Starring: Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman, Jaimz Woolvett, Morgan Freeman, Richard Harris

Some legends will never be forgotten. Some wrongs can never be forgiven.

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