Cristóbal León and Joaquín Cociña: The Wolf House(La Casa Lobo)
Wednesday, September 25 & Friday, September 27 at 7 pm
Saturday, September 28 at 2 pm
Walker Cinema, $10 ($8 Walker Members, students, seniors)
A conversation with filmmaker Cristóbal León follows the screening on Friday.
“Fusing Grimm, the early shorts of David Lynch and the stop-motion work of Jan Svankmajer.” —Hollywood Reporter
With inventive and striking stop-motion animation, this experimental feature follows the nightmarish story of a young woman who escapes from unseen danger into a fantastical shape-shifting house. Interpreting German folktales and Latin American rituals, politics, and culture, The Wolf House plunges into a sinister and darkly mysterious realm. 2018, Chile, DCP, in Spanish and German with English subtitles, 73 min.
Free tickets for students are available at the box office one hour before Wednesday night’s screening. Student groups can contact movingimage@walkerart.org to reserve.
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Djibril Diop Mambéty: Hyenas
Wednesday, October 2 & Friday, October 4 at 7 pm
Saturday, October 5 at 7 pm
Walker Cinema, $10 ($8 Walker Members, students, seniors)
Friday screening introduced by Njeri Githire, associate professor of African American & African Studies, University of Minnesota.
“Cinema is magic in service of dreams.” —Djibril Diop Mambéty
Mambéty’s stylish dark comedy is inspired by a character from his earlier African new wave classic Touki Bouki. When a former prostitute returns home rich, an economically devastated village is seized with new hope—until they learn of her sinister plot for revenge. This biting satire of postcolonial dreams is uplifted by endearing performances, a captivating score, and bold costume design. 1992, Senegal/Switzerland/France, 4K DCP (new restoration), in Wolof with English subtitles, 110 min.
Free tickets for students available at the box office one hour before Wednesday night’s screening. Student groups can contact movingimage@walkerart.org to reserve.
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Jim Jarmusch: Only Lovers Left Alive
Thursday, October 31 at 7 pm
Walker Cinema, Free
Set in Tangier and Detroit, Only Lovers Left Alive follows insular yet coolly cultured vampire couple Adam (Tom Hiddleston) and Eve (Tilda Swinton), whose love truly stands the test of time. Adam’s growing malaise toward humanity prompts the lovers to reunite, but their plans are soon disrupted. 2013, 35mm, 123 min.
Free tickets are available at the Main Lobby desk from 6 pm.
On Halloween at the Walker this year, get inspired by art and show off your Halloween costume–finest across the Walker Cinema stage before the screening of Jim Jarmusch’s vampire flick Only Lovers Left Alive.
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Strand Releasing 30th-Anniversary Tribute
Thursday, November 21 at 6 pm
Walker Cinema, Free
One of the leading US distributors of international and independent cinema, Strand Releasing celebrates its 30th anniversary with a special event at the Walker. Join Strand co-president Marcus Hu for a screening of this eclectic compilation, including shorts by Catherine Breillat, Cindy Sherman, John Waters, and Apichatpong Weerasethakul.
Free tickets are available at the Main Lobby desk from 5 pm.
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Apichatpong Weerasethakul: Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives
Friday November 22 at 7 pm
Saturday, November 23 at 2 pm
Walker Cinema, Free
“Cinema is a way to create an alternate universe, and other lives.” —Apichatpong Weerasethakul
This award-winning, hypnotic tale is an homage to Thailand and the mystical power of cinema. While Uncle Boonmee spends his final days surrounded by loved ones in the countryside, the ghosts of his wife and long-lost son appear. The fluid tale follows the family as they trek through the jungle to a mysterious hilltop cave. 2010, UK/Thailand/France/Germany/Spain, 35mm, in Thai and French with English subtitles, 114 min.
This print is part of a generous donation of 35mm feature films by Strand Releasing to the Walker’s Ruben/Bentson Moving Image Collection.
Free tickets are available at the Main Lobby desk one hour before the screening.
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British Arrows Awards 2019
November 29–December 29
Celebrate the UK’s most innovative and daring commercials from the creative world of British advertising. One of our most popular traditions, back for the 33rd year, the British Arrows showcases an eclectic mix of riveting mini-dramas, high-tech extravaganzas, wacky comedy, and vital public service announcements.
Tickets
Screenings fill up quickly. Tickets go on sale to members Tuesday, October 15, and to the general public Tuesday, October 29; available at walkerart.org/tickets.
Members Get More
Join the Walker as a new member and receive two free tickets to the British Arrows Awards. Visit walkerart.org/membership or call 612.375.7655.
MORE IN WALKER MOVING IMAGE
New Moving Image Acquisitions
October 1–December 31
Bentson Mediatheque, Free
For more than 45 years, the Ruben/Bentson Moving Image Collection has served as a site for the preservation of some 1,000 titles, engaging visitors, scholars, and communities in its diverse historic and contemporary artworks. This fall enjoy two new playlists, both available for self-selection in the Mediatheque. Take a deep dive into the moving image work of Theaster Gates and check out films and videos recently added to the collection by artists including Ericka Beckman, Blast Theory, Tala Hadid, Sky Hopinka, Adam Khalil, and Deborah Stratman.
Featured Playlist: Theaster Gates: Assembly Hall
September 5–January 9
Bentson Mediatheque, Free
Take a deep dive into the video work of Theaster Gates. A curated playlist will be available for self-selection in the Mediatheque.
The Bentson Mediatheque is a free self-select cinema experience unique to the Walker. Choose from more than 300 titles from the Ruben/ Bentson Moving Image Collection or view one of the featured playlists. Hours are Tuesday – Sunday, noon till museum close. Always free.