Brattle News

Cancellation 12/22/06
The 2:15 screenings of RULES OF THE GAME scheduled for Sat 12/30 & Sun 12/31 have been cancelled. We regret any inconvenience.

INLAND EMPIRE Extended! 12/22/06
We are pleased to announce that INLAND EMPIRE has been extended! We have added 1:00 PM showtimes through 12/31. Please note we will not be screening any films on Sunday 12/24, though we will be open 11 AM to 2 PM for gift sales.

New Calendar Now Available 12/22/06
The Brattle's new January-February film calendar is now available at the box office. Listings through January 26 are also available here on our website - See the Calendar for details.

Brattle Watch-A-Thon 12/18/06
Watch movies, win prizes! We're finalizing details for the Brattle's 2nd Watch-A-Thon fundraiser and will open registration next week. See our Watch-A-Thon page for preliminary details.

Listen to David Lynch at the Brattle 12/15/06
You can now listen to David Lynch's introduction and Q&A from the preview screening of INLAND EMPIRE, which took place Sunday, December 3, 2006. Visit Bradley's Almanac and see what David Lynch had to say about INLAND EMPIRE, TWIN PEAKS, and the Brattle Theatre (MP3).

New Year's Day Screenings 12/15/06
We are pleased to announce our New Year's Day line-up, it's a Marx Brothers Marathon! Join us for screenings of four classic slapstick faves starring Groucho, Harpo, Chico and Zeppo! Check the Calendar page for titles and showtimes. Plus, we're offering a special Marathon Pass which includes all-day admission!

INLAND EMPIRE: Added Screenings 12/13/06
We've added 1:00 PM showtimes from Fri 12/15 - Thu 12/21!

Boston Cinema Census: Call For Entries 12/13/06
Boston Cinema Census brings New England's best emerging filmmakers to the screen with their annual survey of local filmmaking. Deadline for entries is 1/1/07. Entry form and guidelines now available at www.bostoncinemacensus.org »

Schedule Change 12/6/06
Please note the following change to the Brattle Theatre calendar. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Tue 12/12/06: 6:00 PM Harvard Book Store Reading with Andy Rooney has been cancelled. Refunds available at Harvard Book Store. An additional screening of INLAND EMPIRE has been scheduled in its place at 4:30 PM

David Lynch Q&A Photos 12/4/06
David Lynch was present for an introduction and Q&A during our special preview screening of his latest film, INLAND EMPIRE. Visit the Brattle's Flickr page to see pictures from the event! View Photos »

Winter Warmer 12/4/06
Join us for special winter-warming treats at screenings of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, Saturday and Sunday at 1:00 PM.

Schedule Change 11/24/06
Please note the following change to the Brattle Theatre calendar. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Tue 12/5/06: 6:00 PM Harvard Book Store Reading with Adam Gopnick has been cancelled. Refunds available at Harvard Book Store.

Geraldine Chaplin Q&A Photos 11/21/06
Geraldine Chaplin was present for a Q&A following our screening of CRIA CUERVOS as part of the Fifty Years of Janus Films series. Photos are now available on the Brattle's Flickr page! View Photos »

Schedule Change 11/17/06
Please note the following change to the Brattle Theatre calendar. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Sat 12/2/06: 5:00 screening of THREE NEEDLES has been cancelled.

David Lynch Publicity Event With Cow 11/3/06
David Lynch makes a mysterious appearance in Hollywood to promote his upcoming film INLAND EMPIRE. "Cheese is made from milk." Watch The Clip »

WBUR News: "Janus Turns Fifty" 11/3/06
An audio report on the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of Janus Films. Listen Now »

Photos from Halloween Evil Dead Screening 11/3/06
We had an awesome time at this year's Halloween screening of Evil Dead 2! Check out pics of all the fantastic costumes on our Flickr page! Check 'em out »

Yoko Ono and Harvard Square Business Association Present
Come Together: The Artwork of John Lennon
This Friday, November 3 through Sunday, November 5 you are invited to celebrate John's message of peace, hope & love. Featuring a rare collection of original drawings from 1965-1980 (available for purchase). Proceeds from tickets sales benefit the Preserve The Brattle Legacy fundraising campaign. More Info »

Holiday Family Photo Day! 10/30/06
At Natural Exposure Photography in Watertown!
Event Cancelled - Thank You For Your Interest

For a $100 donation to the Preserve the Brattle Legacy Campaign, groups of up to 6 people can have a 20-minute photo session with Gaye Hilsenrath, award winning photographer, at her studio in Watertown. A perfect holiday gift! A complimentary 5 x 7 will be provided to all participants ($40 value). Please call the Brattle offices at 617-876-8021 to reserve your space today!

Schedule Change 10/25/06
Please note the following changes to the Brattle Theatre calendar. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Thu 10/26/06: 5:00 screening of RULES OF THE GAME has been cancelled.
Tue 10/31/06: Showtimes for KWAIDAN have changed to 4:00 and 7:00.

Harvard Scare! 10/25/06
The Brattle Theatre is pleased to take part in this year's Harvard Scare! This Halloween trick-or-treat event happens Sun 10/29 from 2-5 PM and is sponsored by the Harvard Square Business Association. We invite trick-or-treaters to stop by the Brattle lobby and scare up some fun Halloween treats!

Schedule Changes 10/23/06
Please note the following changes to the Brattle Theatre calendar. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Mon 10/23/06: 7:30 screening of TRIAD ELECTION has been cancelled - THE FIVE DEADLY VENOMS will screen in its place.
Thu 10/26/06: 5:00 screening of RULES OF THE GAME has been cancelled.

Schedule Change 10/13/06
Please note the following change to the Brattle Theatre calendar. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Fri 10/13/06: No 9:30 screening of TALES OF THE RAT FINK
Wed 10/18/06: TALES OF THE RAT FINK will screen at 5:00 and 10:15 only.

Event Photos 10/11/06
We've just posted photos from the Art House fundraiser! Click Here

Schedule Change 10/6/06
Please note the following changes to the Brattle Theatre calendar. We regret any inconvenience as a result of these changes.
Tue 10/1/006: UNDER THE VOLCANO screenings cancelled - print not available. FAT CITY will play in its place at 5:15, 7:30, 9:45

Janus Series: Critics' Picks 10/4/06
NYTimes.com has posted an interactive feature with their critics' picks for the upcoming series, 50 Years of Janus Films. Click Here (NYTimes.com registration required)

Schedule Change 9/20/06
Please note the following changes to the Brattle Theatre calendar. We regret any inconvenience as a result of these changes.
Tue 10/3/06: No 9:30 screening of BEAT THE DEVIL
Thu 10/12/06: C.R.A.Z.Y. screens at 8:00, not 8:30 as printed in the film calendar
Fri 10/13/06: No 9:30 screening of TALES OF THE RAT FINK

Schedule Change 9/6/06
Due to issues with the availability of a playable print of TIME BANDITS, we will instead be screening MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL in its place on Sat 9/9 at 2:15 and 7:00. We apologize for the change and assure you that we too are dissapointed.

The Big Brattle Bike Ride 8/18/06
We love Pee Wee SO MUCH that we have organized a special bike ride/bike decoration contest to celebrate him! It will occur prior to our 7:30 PM screening of PEE WEE'S BIG ADVENTURE on Wednesday 8/23. Find Out More

New Fall Calendar 8/18/06
The Brattle's new Fall calendar is now available online and at the box office. We also have a PDF version available if you prefer.

Cancellations updated 8/16/06
The screening of DEATH IN VENICE originally scheduled for 10:00 PM on Thursday, August 24 has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Also, screenings of OVERLORD originally scheduled for Saturday, 8/19 at 1:30 and 3:30 have been cancelled to accommodate additional programming We apologize for any inconvenience.

Brattle Theatre Wins Best of Boston 8/11/06
The Brattle Film Foundation is proud to announce that the Brattle Theatre has been awarded "Best Movie Theatre, Independent" in Boston Magazine's annual Best Of Boston survey. "We are honored to be awarded Best of Boston, especially at such a pivotal time for the Theatre's future. It states once again the importance of the Brattle Theatre to the Greater Boston community," says Ivy Moylan, executive director. Read the text of the award

Just Announced: HARRY AND THE POTTERS! 8/7/06
Harry And The Potters will be performing live at the Brattle on Saturday, August 19! Find Out More

More Benefit Events! 8/2/06
Two more events have been announced, including a Trivia Night at All Asia Bar and an Improv Event featuring six local improv troupes at Improv Asylum! Find Out More

Benefit Screening and Performance 7/26/06
We are pleased to announce a benefit screening of B-Line Film's BUFFALO SOLDIERS, plus performance by soundtrack musicians RIDING SHOTGUN. This benefit will take place on Saturday, August 12 at 7:00 PM at the Lily Pad in Inman Square, Cambridge. Proceeds benefit the Brattle Film Foundation. Find Out More

What's Coming Up At The Brattle? You Tell Us! 7/7/06
We invite Brattle patrons to take part in our 3rd Annual Guaranteed Request Raffle, where we give you the keys to the Brattle (more or less). This year we're excited to announce a couple of great changes, including obscenely low ticket prices, plus a special dinner reception for the winner and guests at Noir at the Charles Hotel! This is an event you won't want to miss! Find Out More

Schedule Changes updated 6/9/06
Please note the following correction to the May-June 2006 film calendar. Please also see the News item dated 4/28/06 for additional schedule changes.
Sun, June 18: SIR! NO SIR! - 1:30 & 3:30 shows cancelled
Wed, May 24: 7:15 SWING TIME - cancelled. THE GAY DIVORCEE plays in place of SWING TIME

Seeking Writers for Film Notes 5/3/06
We would like to invite members of the community who are passionate and knowledgeable about film to contribute to Film Notes... anything from a personal recollection of the first time you saw Vertigo to an abridged academic paper on its critique of the male gaze is encouraged! Find Out More

Schedule Corrections 4/28/06
Please note the following corrections to the new May-June 2006 film calendar.
Sat, April 29: INDEPENDENT AMERICA - this event is postponed
Sat, May 13: BADLANDS - showing at 1:30 and 5:30 (1:30 show was ommitted)
Tue, May 16: DAYS OF HEAVEN - showing at 6:00 (was listed at 7:30);
BADLANDS - showing at 8:00 (was listed at 5:30)
Sun, June 4: (was listed as Sun, June 5) GUERRILLA GIRLS - showing at 3:00 and 7:00

Mon, June 5 (listed as Mon, June 4); Tue, June 6 (listed as Tue, June 5): Recent Raves Series featuring TRISTRAM & SHANDY - (same dates as above) and KISS KISS BANG BANG - (same dates as above)

Schedule Correction 4/5/06
Please note the following correction to showtimes for BABY FACE. Showtimes were incorrectly listed in the BABY FACE description in the print version of the Brattle calendar. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Sat 4/8: BABY FACE at 1:30, 3:30, 5:30, 7:30, 9:30
Sun 4/9: BABY FACE at 5:30, 7:30, 9:30

Craigie Street Bistro Introduces "Curtain For Certain" 3/28/06
The staff of Craigie Street Bistro has announced that patrons who order a "Curtain For Certain" prix fixe meal will be on time for their show. The prix fixe package includes an entree and dessert for $33. Visit Craigie Street Bistro's website for more information or to make online reservations.

Return Of The Sunday Eye Opener! 3/24/06
The Sunday Eye Opener returns starting April 2, featuring sneak previews, special screenings, and lively discussion! Find out more by visiting the official Eye Opener page.

BUFF Schedule Changes 3/21/06
Please note the following change to the Boston Underground Film Festival schedule:
Thu 3/23 at 7:30: BILL'S DIRTY SHORTS - Bill Plympton will not appear as originally scheduled.
Fri 3/24 at 7:30: The Guy Maddin short MY DAD IS 100 YEARS OLD will not screen with EAST OF EUCLID as orginally scheduled. It will screen as part of the Shorts 1 program on Wed 3/22 at 7:00 only.

Schedule Changes 3/1/06
Please note the following change to the Brattle's March-April film calendar:
Tuesday 3/7/06: THE BIG KNIFE at 4:45, 10:00 (CANCELLED 7:15, CHANGED 9:45 to 10:00); also, JOYEUX NOËL at 7:00 (SCHEDULE ADDITION)

March-April Calendar Now Available 2/17/06
Stop by the Brattle lobby to pick up your copy today! Full line-up and descriptions available online starting next week.

Schedule Changes & Additions 2/8/06
Please note the following change to the Brattle's Jan-Feb film calendar:
Friday 2/17: BUGS BUNNY FILM FESTIVAL:
ALL BUGS REVUE at 7:30, 9:30 (CANCELLED 5:30 SHOW)

Cinema Circus: A Family Film Fest
The Cambridge Center for Adult Education and the Brattle Film Foundation present the second edition of their children's film festival, "Cinema Circus" on January 28, with two screenings at 9:30 and 11:30 am. Widely praised for its original content, both sessions sold out last year. Register today and ensure your family a seat at this unique and engaging event. More Info

Schedule Changes & Additions 1/16/06
Please note the following changes & additions to the Brattle's Jan-Feb film calendar:
Friday 2/3: Harvard Book Store Presents PROF. MARTHA NUSSBAUM at 3:00 (ADDED); also, Harvard Book Store Presents JULIAN BARNES at 6:00 (ADDED); and, MAREBITO at 8:00, 10:00 (SHOWTIME CHANGE)
Thursday 2/9: GASLIGHT at 7:30, 9:45 (SHOWTIME CHANGE)

Benefit Events 1/16/06
Please visit our fundraising events page for information about upcoming events.

Cancellations 1/4/06
Please note that MIRRORMASK (1/6) and JESUS IS MAGIC (1/12) have been cancelled due to hold-overs at other theaters. We apologize for any inconvenience.