County Theater D E C E M B E R M A R C H Penelope Cruz in BROKEN EMBRACES

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1 Previews County Theater D E C E M B E R M A R C H Penelope Cruz in BROKEN EMBRACES I N C L U D E S O U R M A I N A T T R A C T I O N S A N D S P E C I A L P R O G R A M S C O U N T Y T H E A T E R. O R G

2 Welcome to the nonprofit County Theater The County Theater is a nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization. A D M I S S I O N General...$9.00 Members...$4.75 Seniors (62+) Students (w/id) & Children (<18)...$6.75 Matinees Mon-Fri before 5:00 Sat & Sun before 2:30...$6.75 Wed Early Matinee (before 2:30 pm)...$4.75 Affiliated Theaters Members*...$5.75 *Affiliated Theaters Members The County Theater, the Ambler Theater, and the Bryn Mawr Film Institute have reciprocal admission benefits. Your County membership will allow you $5.75 admission at the other theaters. (You must present your membership card to obtain this discount.) Be a Member Become a member of the nonprofit County Theater and show your support for good films and a cultural landmark. See back panel for a membership form. Policies COUNTY THEATER M E M B E R Children under 6 Children under age 6 will not be admitted to our Regular Films. However, all age children are welcome to our special Kids Films series. Late Arrivals The Theater reserves the right to stop selling tickets (and/or seating patrons) after a film has started. Outside Food and Drink Patrons are not permitted to bring outside food and drink into the theater. The County Theater has wheelchair accessible auditoriums and restrooms, and is equipped with hearing enhancement devices. Please see the theater manager when you arrive. When will films play? Main Attractions. Our main films play week-to-week from Fridays through Thursdays. Every Monday we determine what new films will start that Friday and what current films will end on Thursday or continue for another week. All of our main attraction films are subject to this weekly decision. After we decide on Mondays, we immediately let you know our plans on our website, on our hotline, and in our weekly blast. (For more info on the business of booking films, visit our website.) Special Programs. Our special programs are generally scheduled for specific dates and times, which are listed in this Previews brochure and on our website. Make sure that we have your address We can keep you up-to-date on all of our film scheduling and events via our weekly mail notices. Visit our website to sign up and then stay plugged into our latest news. Give us your feedback Your film experience is the most important thing to us, so we welcome your feedback. Please let us know what we can do better. Call (215) , or us at comments@countytheater.org MAILING OF PREVIEWS TO MEMBERS ONLY We mail copies of Previews only to our current members. Others may access the brochure on our website or pick up a copy at the theater. This is a cost-saving and environment-friendly measure. Thank you for your understanding. County Theater 20 East State Street, Doylestown, PA HOTLINE Administrative Office CountyTheater.org PREVIEWS (70) DECEMBER 1, 2009 PUBLISHED QUARTERLY BY CLOSELY WATCHED FILMS (COUNTY THEATER) 20 EAST STATE STREET, DOYLESTOWN, PA ISSUE NO. 70

3 Charles Callaghan How can you support the County Theater? Be a member. Your membership is the foundation of our success. Please fill out and return the attached membership form. (Or join online it s easy and secure.) Your financial support is tax-deductible. Memberships run for one year from date of joining. Become a sponsor. Receive prominent recognition for your business in exchange for helping our nonprofit theater. Recognition comes in a variety of ways on our silver screens, in our brochures, and on our website. Call us at (215) Put your star in the sidewalk. Your additional gifts and support make us even better. Your donations are fully taxdeductible. And you can put your name on a bronze star in the sidewalk! Contact our Business Office at (215) How does the County Theater run? County Theater, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt nonprofit corporation which owns and runs the theater. Our current Board consists of: Sandra Teel Trainer, President; Pamela Byers, Vice President; Mary Beth Kineke, Secretary; Richard Patterson, Treasurer; Jim Bunn; Gregory J. Gore; Ellen Happ; Bill Lieser; Jack McMillin; Scott Petersen; Peter Reiss; Diana Resek; Joel Stewart; Lou White; and John Toner, Executive Director. The official registration and financial information on County Theater, Inc. may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, Registration does not imply endorsement. Special Thanks The County Theater receives funding support through a grant from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

4 M A I N A T T R A C T I O N S The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus Great Britain 2 hr 2 min Terry Gilliam A magical fantasy from Terry Gilliam in the mode of his Baron Munchausen. It features Heath Ledger s last performance, a role that was only half completed. So, Gilliam made the decision to finish the film with Johnny Depp, Jude Law and Colin Farrell standing in for Ledger in the fantasy Imaginarium sequences. This remarkably coherent film is both amusing and, at times, brilliant. The Young Victoria Great Britain 1 hr 42 min Jean-Marc Vallee Emily Blunt stars as Queen Victoria in this film that chronicles the monarch s rise to the crown and her romance with Prince Albert. It s a lovely production with gorgeous locations, fabulous costumes and truly excellent performances. With Rupert Friend, Jim Broadbent, Paul Bettany, and Miranda Richardson. Broken Embraces Spain 2 hr 8 min Pedro Almodovar w/subtitles Almodovar s latest is his fourth picture with Penelope Cruz. About a writer who was blinded in an auto accident (for starters), this gorgeous film is half noir and half melodrama. Its intricate plot is enhanced by gripping performances, stunning cinematography and Almodovar s usual stylistic flair. Main Attractions: We try to play each of these films for full multi-week runs. Sometimes, however, because of scheduling conflicts, we are unable to play a film in a timely or complete manner. As a result, we ve added a new series called Limited Engagements for which we ll book smaller or overlooked films for 2 or 3 mid-week screenings, only. Make sure that you sign-up for our weekly blast, so that you don t miss them. And check our website often for the best scheduling and showtimes info. Bad Lieutenant USA 2 hr 1 min Werner Herzog Subtitled Port of Call New Orleans, this remake is the twisted tale of a good cop gone bad. Nicolas Cage throws himself into an enthusiastic performance and master director Herzog puts his unpredictable spin on the action. Is it an artistically-sophisticated social commentary or a tawdry B film? Or both? In any event, it s pure unmitigated cinema and an awesome guilty pleasure. Paris France 2 hr 10 min Cedric Klapisch w/subtitles PARIS is a cinematic love letter to the City of Lights. Starting with the story of a man who is awaiting a heart transplant, the film unfolds into a meditation on the city and its inhabitants as the man becomes aware of his mortality as well as his surroundings. Featuring a fine performance from Juliette Binoche, the film explodes with remarkable acting, sets, and a love of life and family.

5 M A I N A T T R A C T I O N S The Private Lives of Pippa Lee USA 1 hr 40 min Rebecca Miller An exceptionally well-made family drama starring Robin Wright Penn as a woman who marries an older man (Alan Arkin). Funny and touching and unexpected in its developments. Not that anything significant happens, but it charts a woman s life with charm and lightness, style and feeling. And that s pretty special. The Last Station Great Britain 1 hr 50 min Michael Hoffman THE LAST STATION is a drama about the life and marriage of Russian literary giant Leo Tolstoy, featuring Christopher Plummer and Helen Mirren. The elderly Tolstoy has thrown his domestic world into chaos by suggesting that he will leave his property and literary legacy to the Russian people. Paul Giamatti plays a long-term family advisor and James McAvoy is a young man who steps into the unexpected turmoil. Me and Orson Welles USA 1 hr 47 min Richard Linklater Richard Linklater s latest is a drama about a 1937 production of Julius Caesar by the great Orson Welles. The film focuses on the life of a young man cast in the play, but the indisputable highlight is the extraordinary portrayal of the American boy wonder by British actor Christian McKay. At times it s possible to forget that you re watching an actor and really believe you re beholding Welles at work. A light and charming presentation. With Claire Danes and Zac Efron. Fantastic Mr. Fox USA/Great Britain 1 hr 31 min Wes Anderson This adaptation of the Roald Dahl classic, using stop-motion animation, is a silly, funny kids film for adults. From tweehipster Wes Anderson, it s the story of a resourceful fox who battles three evil farmers. Featuring a treasure trove of quirky details, retro-gizmos and sweethearted charm, as well as the voice work of Bill Murray, George Clooney, Cate Blanchett, Meryl Streep, and Jason Schwartzman. Precious USA 1 hr 49 min Lee Daniels Raw, vibrant and resoundingly hopeful, PRECIOUS is the story of a young woman determined to overcome immense obstacles. Claireece Jones is a 16-yearold African-American girl, living in Harlem in 1987, pregnant a second time by incest. Beset, as well, by an abusive mother and chaos in school, she enters an alternative school, where she begins her journey away from darkness and toward love and self-determination. A powerful and unflinching film. Pirate Radio Great Britain 2 hr 1 min Richard Curtis This congenial and high-spirited film is about a crew of radio DJ s in the sixties. At a time when the BBC limited the public air waves, these motley rebels broadcast the best of rock and roll from a boat off the English coast. Featuring an unprecedented soundtrack that includes the Beatles, the Stones, the Beach Boys, the Who, Jimi Hendrix, Smokey Robinson, Cat Stevens and many more, PIRATE RADIO is a musical marvel. With Philip Seymour Hoffman, Bill Nighy, Rhys Ifans. C O U N T Y T H E A T E R. O R G

6 Kids Matinees January 2 A LITTLE PRINCESS Live Action G - 97 min. 9 WALLACE AND GROMIT: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit Animated G - 85 min. 16 THE GOONIES Live Action PG min. 23 MADAGASCAR Animated PG - 86 min. 30 FINDING NEVERLAND Live Action PG min. On Saturdays! December 5 OUR GANG - LITTLE RASCALS GREATEST HITS Live Action NR - 97 min. 12 THE LAND BEFORE TIME Animated G - 69 min. 19 PRANCER Live Action G min. February 6 AN AMERICAN TAIL Animated G - 80 min. 13 HOTEL FOR DOGS Live Action PG min. 20 CORALINE Animated PG min. 27 GHOSTBUSTERS Live Action PG min. March 6 JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS Live Action/Animated G min. 13 KUNG FU PANDA Animated PG - 92 min. 20 SPY KIDS Live Action PG - 88 min. 27 THE TALE OF DESPEREAUX Animated G - 93 min. April 3 BATMAN Live Action PG min. County Theater 20 E. State St., Doylestown The Tale of Despereaux, 2008 Sponsored by Films start between 11:00am - 1:00pm. Check website or hotline each week for exact time. General Admission $4.00 County Theater Members FREE

7 CINEMATHEQUE WINTER SERIES 10 The Cinematheque series contains the combined schedules for both the County Theater and the Ambler Theater. County: Jan 25 (Mon 7:30) Ambler: Feb 3 (Wed 7:30) Love & Death A mini horror-fest for the bleak mid-winter. (The Horror) County: Feb 8 (Mon 7:30) Ambler: Feb 10 (Wed 5:30) Lou DiCrescenzo presents Cartoon Capers Film preservationist Lou DiCrescenzo returns with his zaniest collection of cartoons yet. These rare treasures are a real treat to see on the big screen. Don t miss this chance to see Bugs Bunny, Honey Half-Witch, the Pink Panther and more. (Consult website for program specifics.) The Invisible Man hr 11 min USA b/w digital Universal d: James Whale w/claude Rains, Gloria Stewart Based on H.G. Wells classic story, THE INVISIBLE MAN tells the ghastly tale of a scientist who finds a way of becoming invisible, but in doing so, he becomes murderously insane. Starring Claude Rains and Gloria Stuart. Frankenstein hr 11 min USA b/w digital Universal d: James Whale w/boris Karloff Boris Karloff plays the monster created by Dr. Frankenstein out of corpses. But after he has been brought to life, the monster becomes uncontrollable. This horror classic is a must-see for any horror fan. County: Feb 15 (Mon 7:30) Ambler: Feb 17 (Wed 5:30) County: Feb 22 (Mon 7:30) Ambler: Feb 24 (Wed 7:30) The Giant from the Unknown hr 17 min USA b/w 35mm d: Richard E. Cunha From the depths of the Lou DiCrescenzo vault comes this wild tale about a small band of warriors led by a depraved giant of a man known as Vargas. A lightning bolt frees Vargas from a state of suspended animation and sends him out to terrorize a rural mountain village. With vintage trailers. Let the Right One In hr 55 min Sweden HD digital d: Tomas Alfredson with subtitles Picked on in school and largely ignored by his divorced parents, 12-year old Oskar s life is bleak. Looking for companionship and the strength to stand up to his tormentors, he finds friendship with his new neighbor Eli. This horror gem from Sweden takes off when Eli s secret is revealed. The Robot vs. The Aztec Mummy hr 5 min Mexico b/w 35mm d: Rafael Portillo Lou DiCrescenzo presents his wildest film yet with this rare Mexican horror film. A mad doctor builds a robot in order to steal a valuable Aztec treasure from a tomb guarded by a centuries old living mummy. See the relentless machine battle the gruesome corpse. Also featuring vintage trailers.

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9 Dear Friends of the County Theater, 2009 End of Year Appeal As we come to the end of the new County Theater s 16th year, we thank you, our friends and members, for all of your support. Here are the highlights of what we ve accomplished in 2009: Upgraded lobby with double-door vestibules to auditoriums More films with the addition of High Definition Digital Projection More free events for members Professional podium (with PA & Lighting) to better see and hear our guest artists/filmmakers Challenging financial times have made accomplishing the above more difficult. We have experienced a drop in grant funding, a re-alignment from business sponsors, and a plateau in membership. We need your support. Your financial support is needed now more than ever. And, your support will be put to good use in our streamlined, efficient operation. Please consider an end-of-year gift. Your special gift will help support our Special Programming. It will also help defray such costs as our Quarterly Previews Magazine, our newly re-designed web-site and our upgraded ticketing and concession sales stations. To make a gift today, use the form below or visit our website at CountyTheater.org (an easy and convenient way to make a secure gift). Thank you for all of your support, and see you at the Movies. John David Toner Executive Director YES, I want to participate in the County Theater End of Year Appeal: Enclosed is my 100% tax deductible contribution of: $50 $100 $500 $ (other) Please charge my Visa Mastercard Amex Discover OR visit our website to make a secure gift: CountyTheater.org/store/ CC acct. number Name(s) Address Phone Signature (for CC payment) Expiration Date Your gift is tax-deductible Please make your check payable to: County Theater, Inc. County Theater, Inc., is a non-profit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. The official registration and financial information of County Theater, Inc., may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling, toll-free, within Pennsylvania, Registration does not imply endorsement

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16 Closely Watched Films P. O. Box 779, Doylestown, PA R E T U R N S E R V I C E R E Q U E S T E D NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 21 FREEPORT, OH CountyTheater.org MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL Please check your mailing label for the expiration date of your membership. It may be time to renew. Previews 70 Dec Mar 2010 Design: The Steve Williams Design Office, Pipersville, PA stevewilliamsdesignoffice.com M E M B E R S H I P F O R M Become a member of the nonprofit County Theater The County Theater is open to the public. However, you can become a member of the non-profit County Theater and show your support of good films and a cultural landmark and get a reduced ticket price. Contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Your membership is valid for one (1) year from your date of joining. Checks payable to: County Theater, Inc. Mail to: The County Theater P.O. Box 779, Doylestown, PA Membership Cards will be mailed to you. Basic Annual Membership o $45 Individual o $70 Couple/Dual o $35 Senior (62+) o $60 Senior Couple (62+) o $35 Student Basic membership gives you: $4.75 admission to all films all times 3-Day-Advance ticket sales at Box Office Family Benefit - Member s children under 18 may attend for $4.75 Tax-deductibility $5.75 admission to Bryn Mawr and Ambler Theaters Sustaining Annual Membership o $100 Producer (Individual) 6 free tickets + basic benefits o $130 - Producer (Couple) 6 free tickets + basic benefits o $200 Executive Producer (Couple) 12 free tickets + basic benefits for couple o $500 Mogul Free admission at all times for one member + an individual membership for spouse or friend + basic benefits o $1,000 Angel (Couple) Free admission at all times for both member and spouse or friend + basic benefits Your membership is valid for one (1) year from your date of joining. Contributions are tax deductible to the full extent of the law. NAME(S) ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP $ Total Membership Fee $ Extra Gift $ Total TELEPHONE (HOME) TELEPHONE (WORK) FAX Card Number: Exp. Date o My check is enclosed. Make checks payable to: County Theater, Inc. Please charge my: o MasterCard o VISA o Discover o American Express Signature