some films in Chicago

[Alan Makinen]

For those of you on the list within range of Chicago, here are a couple
upcoming Japanese films:

Maborosi
[Maboroshi no hikari]
(1995)
Koreeda Hirokazu, dir.
Jan. 24, 25; 11:30 AM matinee at the Music Box Theatre

Women in the Dunes
[Suna no onna]
(1964)
Teshigahara Hiroshi, dir.
Opens Jan. 30 for a week-long run at the Music Box Theatre

Also, if I may stray off topic, a couple of Hong Kong cinema related
events:

Happy Together
(1997)
Wong Kar-wai, dir.
Opens Jan. 23 for a week-long run at the Music Box Theatre

Chow Yun-fat
in person with a sneak preview of
The Replacement Killers
A Benefit for the Film Center
Monday, January 12, 8:00 PM
at the Cineplex Odeon McClurg Court Theater
330 E. Ohio St., Chicago
Tickets: (312) 443-3733.
Following the screening, Chow Yun-fat will discuss the film and his
career with the audience.

Contact Information:

Music Box
3733 N. Southport Ave.
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 871-6604
<http://www.musicboxtheatre.com>

The Film Center
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago
280 S. Columbus Dr.
Chicago, IL 60603
(312) 443-3733
recorded program info. (312) 443-3737

Happy New Year!

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Alan M?kinen
Chicago