TCM writer Hannah Jack will continue leading our Classic Hollywood series this fall, aiming to build on the success of the conversations she has already brought to our community. While all of the talks in this category will be about movies considered “classics”, they will range from those extremely widely known and well-received to hidden gems whose critical reputation has changed over time.

John Ford’s working class drama tells the story of a Welsh coal mining family as they struggle through a period of societal change during the early 20th century as they become divided over a miners’ strike. Meanwhile, the only daughter in the family pines after the new village preacher. Boasting a terrific cast that features Walter Pidgeon, Maureen O’Hara, Anna Lee, and Roddy McDowell. The film is most famously remembered for beating out Citizen Kane, Sergeant York, and The Maltese Falcon to win Best Picture at the Academy Awards.

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Seminar Lead Hannah Jack, Turner Classic Movies

Registering for Your Seminar You must register for each seminar of DEEP FOCUS. It’s easy! Simply click on "Register" in the seminar description, fill out the form, and you’ll immediately receive a seminar Zoom link. SAVE that link and use it to join the seminar when it’s time.

You will not receive an email confirmation, so save your invitation link immediately. Save the link to your calendar or save/copy the registration notice in some other way. Also, once the seminar has started, you may not be able to join the zoom meeting, so be sure to register in advance and to join the seminar on time.

This 1931 heart-rending comedy is one of Charlie Chaplin’s masterpieces.  After  the Little Tramp falls in love with a blind flower girl, he sets off to raise the money  to restore her sight. The film seamlessly blends comedy and pathos in this bittersweet silent film from one of cinema’s greatest artists.

Watch in Theater Sun Jan 11, 1pm at the Ambler, County, and Garden

Watch at Home Stream on Criterion Channel, HBO Max, Tubi, Hoopla, Amazon Prime Video / Rent on Apple TV, Amazon, Google Play

Seminar Lead Hannah Jack, Turner Classic Movies

Registering for Your Seminar You must register for each seminar of DEEP FOCUS. It’s easy! Simply click on "Register" in the seminar description, fill out the form, and you’ll immediately receive a seminar Zoom link. SAVE that link and use it to join the seminar when it’s time.

You will not receive an email confirmation, so save your invitation link immediately. Save the link to your calendar or save/copy the registration notice in some other way. Also, once the seminar has started, you may not be able to join the zoom meeting, so be sure to register in advance and to join the seminar on time.

In this delightful romantic comedy, Audrey Hepburn makes her memorable movie debut. Playing a princess who is trying to escape the rules of royal life, she falls for a reporter, wonderfully played by Gregory Peck. As the two explore Rome, she must make a choice between two possible lives. ROMAN HOLIDAY is a must-see for young and old film audiences alike. 

Watch in Theater Sun Feb 1, 1pm at the County / Sun Feb 8, 1pm at the Ambler and Garden

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Seminar Lead Hannah Jack, Turner Classic Movies

Registering for Your Seminar You must register for each seminar of DEEP FOCUS. It’s easy! Simply click on "Register" in the seminar description, fill out the form, and you’ll immediately receive a seminar Zoom link. SAVE that link and use it to join the seminar when it’s time.

You will not receive an email confirmation, so save your invitation link immediately. Save the link to your calendar or save/copy the registration notice in some other way. Also, once the seminar has started, you may not be able to join the zoom meeting, so be sure to register in advance and to join the seminar on time.

Sidney Poitier stars as a handyman who agrees to help a group of impoverished nuns build a chapel in the Arizona desert without pay. Poitier delivers an outstanding performance — going on to become the first Black male actor to receive an Academy Award for Best Actor. LILIES OF THE FIELD is a delightful and inspiring comedy-drama that continues to endure through the years.

Watch in Theater Sun Mar 1, 1pm at the Ambler and Garden / Sun Mar 8, 1pm at the County

Watch at Home Stream on Tubo, Pluto TV / Rent on Apple TV, Amazon, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Seminar Lead Hannah Jack, Turner Classic Movies

Registering for Your Seminar You must register for each seminar of DEEP FOCUS. It’s easy! Simply click on "Register" in the seminar description, fill out the form, and you’ll immediately receive a seminar Zoom link. SAVE that link and use it to join the seminar when it’s time.

You will not receive an email confirmation, so save your invitation link immediately. Save the link to your calendar or save/copy the registration notice in some other way. Also, once the seminar has started, you may not be able to join the zoom meeting, so be sure to register in advance and to join the seminar on time.

John Ford’s working class drama tells the story of a Welsh coal mining family as they struggle through a period of societal change during the early 20th century as they become divided over a miners’ strike. Meanwhile, the only daughter in the family pines after the new village preacher. Boasting a terrific cast that features Walter Pidgeon, Maureen O’Hara, Anna Lee, and Roddy McDowell. The film is most famously remembered for beating out Citizen Kane, Sergeant York, and The Maltese Falcon to win Best Picture at the Academy Awards.

Watch in Theater Sun Apr 19, 1pm at the Ambler, County, and Garden

Watch at Home Stream on Criterion Channel, HBO Max, Tubi, Hoopla, Amazon Prime Video / Rent on Apple TV, Amazon, Google Play

Seminar Lead Hannah Jack, Turner Classic Movies

Registering for Your Seminar You must register for each seminar of DEEP FOCUS. It’s easy! Simply click on "Register" in the seminar description, fill out the form, and you’ll immediately receive a seminar Zoom link. SAVE that link and use it to join the seminar when it’s time.

You will not receive an email confirmation, so save your invitation link immediately. Save the link to your calendar or save/copy the registration notice in some other way. Also, once the seminar has started, you may not be able to join the zoom meeting, so be sure to register in advance and to join the seminar on time.