Classic movies screened at Waupaca library
The Waupaca Area Public Library will resume its First Thursday Film Series at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, in the lower level meeting rooms.
Dr. Jack Rhodes will introduce the movie, “The Far Country.”
The screening is free and open to the public.
Complimentary popcorn, sodas and theater treats will be provided.
Fall movie roster
Sept. 5
“The Far Country” is one of several Westerns generated by director Anthony Mann and actor James Stewart.
The original screenplay by Borden Chase follows the adventures of a cattleman (Stewart) who attempts to get his herd up to the Dawson Gold Rush in the Yukon Territory of 1896.
Ruth Roman and Corinne Calvet portray the two women who try to assist Stewart in his enterprise, while John McIntire co-stars as a corrupt judge who tries to get the cattle for himself. Also in the supporting cast are Walter Brennan, Connie Gilchrist, and Kathleen Freeman.
The Technicolor picture was filmed on location in Canada’s Jasper National Park and released by Universal in 1955.
Oct. 3
“Paper Moon” stars the father-daughter team of Ryan O’Neal and Tatum O’Neal as they con their way through the barren landscape of Depression-era Kansas and Missouri.
Directed by Peter Bogdanovich, this 1973 comedy has Madeline Kahn, John Hillerman and Randy Quaid in supporting roles.
Tatum O’Neal, who was 10 years old, won an Oscar for her performance and remains the youngest winner ever in a competitive category.
Bob Cloud will introduce “Paper Moon.”
Nov. 7
“Mrs. Miniver” was the Oscar winner for Best Picture in 1942, the year of its release.
Directed by William Wyler and based on short stories and sketches by British author Jan Struther, the film stars Greer Garson in the title role of a wife and mother trying to cope with the chaos of World War II, the Nazi bombings of England, and the rescue operation at Dunkirk.
Walter Pidgeon, Teresa Wright, Dame May Whitty and Henry Travers offer strong support.
This film is shown in honor of all veterans of the United States and British Armed Forces.
Dec. 5
“White Christmas” (Paramount, 1954) will be the holiday offering in this fall’s film series.
Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen star in this colorful partial remake of the 1942 hit “Holiday Inn.”
Directed by Michael Curtiz, this 1954 movie features several musical numbers by legendary composer Irving Berlin.
For more information, call the library at 715-258-4414.