November 11, 2009
- International Film Series: The Cove
- Time: All Day
- Location:
Rialto Cinemas
1405 e. Jackson St.
Macomb, Illinois - Description: This documentary, directed by Louie Psihoyos, tells the amazing true story of how Psihoyos, and an elite team of activists, filmmakers and freedivers embarked on a covert mission to penetrate a hidden cove in Japan, shining light on a dark and deadly secret. The mysteries they uncovered were only the tip of the iceberg. Documentary, PG-13, 1:56 min.
The annual film series will remain the same film series film aficionados have loved for years - with a few changes. This semester, the film series will take place at the new Rialto Cinemas at 1405 East Jackson Street.
The series takes place Wednesday and Thursday afternoons during fall semester. This year's lineup includes a variety of documentaries, foreign and independent films.
The Rialto Cinemas six screens will allow more showings of each film. Films times will vary week to week; check the Rialto Cinemas website for showtimes and ticket prices.
The Go West bus system makes stops in front of the Rialto about every half-hour.
The International Film Series is sponsored by the College of Fine Arts and Communication at Western Illinois University.
- Related Web Site: International Film Series Line-up
- Contact Information:
Louise Reynolds
Phone: (309) 298-1618
Email: CL-Reynolds1@wiu.edu - Source: Public Events
