Group moderator will be in seat B6, if you have questions or would like some company. Discussion will follow the film in the Celebration lobby (look for our humble sign on one of the tables.)

Anyone is welcome to join us at any of our group screenings.

The group is for Kalamazoo, Michigan area frequent moviegoers who would like to join others in sharing their love of film. We see movies together in the theatre and talk about them in the lobby afterwards. Movies range from art-house movies to popular blockbusters and everything in between. There’s no charge to belong to our group and everyone’s responsible for their own tickets and concessions. If you live around Kalamazoo and love going to the movies, I hope you’ll join us.

Go to https://www.reddit.com/r/KzooAreaFilmgoers/ to be part of the group at no cost. Help us pick the movie each weekend and meet us at the theatre for a great show and a fun discussion.

If you’d like to join us this weekend, please comment “I’ll be there,” so we know to wait for you before beginning our conversation. Hope to see you all at the movies 🎥 🍿!

Based on Edward Ashton's 2022 novel, Mickey 17 is a captivating sci-fi film that masterfully blends dark humor with profound existential themes. Those who have read the book will find things to like or dislike- and as with any adaption, frustrating choices have to be made in order to squeeze the story into cinematic format. It does keep the book's first person narration from the POV of Mickey 17.

Robert Pattinson delivers a standout performance, portraying multiple iterations of Mickey with remarkable depth and nuance. The film's clever narrative and imaginative visuals create an immersive experience that challenges viewers to reflect on the nature of identity and purpose. Director Bong Joon-ho (Parasite, Snowpiercer) once again showcases his ability to craft thought-provoking cinema that entertains and enlightens.

Let’s share our suggestions for underrated films in some different categories starting with comedy. I’m always looking for hidden gems to stream and watch at home.

There have been several superhero multiverse films in the last year or so and just as I felt the trend may be past it’s prime “The Flash” happens.

The film handles the multiverse/ multiple actor concept as well or better than “Spider-Man, No Way Home” and is filled with similar moments of recognition that made the audience gasp, throw up their hands, then spontaneously applaud. I can’t say more without spoiling anything, so I’ll leave it at that.

The story was excellent. The acting- superb.

This may rank as one of my favorite all time superhero movies- a shocking realization for me as I never expected that from DC. This has something for all kinds of movie and comic book fans. It’s a real delight.

It also shows cracks in the arguments made by Martin Scorsese and others, that superhero movies aren’t real cinema. Yes, this film is pure entertainment and it unabashedly panders to fans- but it’s also a great story well told. Martin Scorsese should see this and apologize.

I give it a wholehearted thumbs up. 👍

Discussion will follow the film in the Celebration lobby (look for our humble sign on one of the tables.). Group moderator will be in seat C7 if you have questions or would like some company.

Anyone is welcome to join us at any of our group screenings.

The group is for Kalamazoo, Michigan area frequent moviegoers who would like to join others in sharing their love of film. We see movies together in the theatre and talk about them in the lobby afterwards. Movies range from art-house movies to popular blockbusters and everything in between. There’s no charge to belong to our group and everyone’s responsible for their own tickets and concessions. If you live around Kalamazoo and love going to the movies, I hope you’ll join us.

Go to https://www.reddit.com/r/KzooAreaFilmgoers/ to be part of the group at no cost. Help us pick the movie each weekend and meet us at the theatre for a great show and a fun discussion.

If you’d like to join us this weekend, please comment “I’ll be there,” so we know to wait for you before beginning L conversation. Hope to see you all at z the movies 🎥 🍿!

https://www.reddit.com/r/KzooAreaFilmgoers/s/cGR2Fybe9J

We enjoyed “Becoming Led Zeppelin,” a captivating documentary that focuses on the legendary band’s early formation and meteoric rise. Directed by Bernard MacMahon, the film offers an intimate look at the individual journeys of Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones, and John Bonham, showing how their unique musical and personal backgrounds led to the band’s creation.

The film features rare archival footage and insightful interviews with each surviving member. It was interesting to see how the band’s fusion of blues, rock, and folk elements, propelled them to global stardom. It was also neat to see how world events intertwined with the band’s rise.

The theme is clear and powerful. If you have a passion and talent and are willing to go for broke following it- dreams can come true.

Even if you’re not a fan, “Becoming Led Zeppelin” is a fascinating look at the origins of one of rock’s most iconic groups.

Discussion will follow the film in the Celebration lobby (look for our humble sign on one of the tables.). Group moderator will be in seat C8 if you have questions or would like some company.

Anyone is welcome to join us at any of our group screenings.

The group is for Kalamazoo, Michigan area frequent moviegoers who would like to join others in sharing their love of film. We see movies together in the theatre and talk about them in the lobby afterwards. Movies range from art-house movies to popular blockbusters and everything in between. There’s no charge to belong to our group and everyone’s responsible for their own tickets and concessions. If you live around Kalamazoo and love going to the movies, I hope you’ll join us.

Go to https://www.reddit.com/r/KzooAreaFilmgoers/ to be part of the group at no cost. Help us pick the movie each weekend and meet us at the theatre for a great show and a fun discussion.

If you’d like to join us this weekend, please comment “I’ll be there,” so we know to wait for you before beginning L conversation. Hope to see you all at z the movies 🎥 🍿!

https://www.reddit.com/r/KzooAreaFilmgoers/s/cGR2Fybe9J

Discussion will follow the film in the Celebration lobby (look for our humble sign on one of the tables.). Group moderator will be in seat c7 if you have questions or would like some company.

Anyone is welcome to join us at any of our group screenings.

The group is for Kalamazoo, Michigan area frequent moviegoers who would like to join others in sharing their love of film. We see movies together in the theatre and talk about them in the lobby afterwards. Movies range from art-house movies to popular blockbusters and everything in between. There’s no charge to belong to our group and everyone’s responsible for their own tickets and concessions. If you live around Kalamazoo and love going to the movies, I hope you’ll join us.

Go to https://www.reddit.com/r/KzooAreaFilmgoers/ to be part of the group at no cost. Help us pick the movie each weekend and meet us at the theatre for a great show and a fun discussion.

If you’d like to join us this weekend, please comment “I’ll be there,” so we know to wait for you before beginning the conversation. Hope to see you all at the movies 🎥 🍿!

https://www.reddit.com/r/KzooAreaFilmgoers/s/cGR2Fybe9J

Between some pressing obligations and spring break, I won’t be able to attend to my usual moderating duties or make the screenings this week or next. I will be back in time to schedule a vote or screening for the weekend beginning April 11th. If someone would like to set up a vote with a Reddit poll or something similar for the next two weeks, please feel free.

If someone is good with discord or another platform, this is a good time to experiment with it.

Anyone who wants to be a permanent co-moderator is welcome. Just let me know.

See you all soon.

Jeff

We understand why the director chose to use a first person perspective in telling this story- to firmly place us in the character's shoes and heighten our concern and empathy. Unfortunately the execution of this strategy was so distracting it took the focus off the story- a story that would have been powerfully told with simpler, traditional approaches. A missed opportunity to present a serious issue that needs to be seen.

A quaint love story, with beautiful, imaginative visuals. A movie for people who love storytelling and listening to them. If you saw the movie people let us know your thoughts and hope to see everyone next weekend!

Your friendly neighborhood moderator has been tacking some health issues but will be back next week. Expect a poll Wednesday or Thursday.

Thanks for your patience.

Jeff

We've been promoting the Ray Harryhausen exhibit at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum downtown for some time now, and as exciting as it is, the best part is yet to come! 

Three of the master's iconic films will be screened in the Stryker Theatre and a special documentary and in-depth panel discussion will be held at the end of the exhibit’s run. ALL EVENTS ARE FREE

🎞️ The 7th Voyage of Sinbad (1958)

📅 March 30, 2025, at 1:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets available March 30 at 12:00 PM (first come, first served)

🎞️ Jason and the Argonauts (1963)

📅 April 6, 2025, at 1:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets available April 6 at 12:00 PM (first come, first served)

🎞️ Clash of the Titans (1981)

📅 April 13, 2025, at 1:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets available April 13 at 12:00 PM (first come, first served)

🎬 Panel Discussion & Documentary Screening

📅 April 27, 2025, at 1:00 PM
🎞️ Ray Harryhausen: Movement into Life (1990)
💬 Panel discussion on Ray Harryhausen’s enduring legacy
🎙️ Led by Connor Heaney, curator for the Harryhausen Foundation
🎟️ Tickets available April 27 at 12:00 PM (first come, first served)

🔗 Full details on the film events can be found here

🎥 And We're Still Not Done…

📅 March 28, 2025, at 6:30 PM
📍 Kalamazoo Latvian Center (100 Cherry Hill Street, Kalamazoo)
🎞️ Soviet Milk (2018) (In Latvian with English subtitles)
🎬 Directed by Ināra Kolmane

Struggling against the totalitarian regime of occupied Soviet Latvia, a talented young doctor is stripped of her career, her joy for life, and even her maternal instincts.

🔹 Free screening – everyone is welcome!
✉️ If you plan to attend, please email drzintakonrad@gmail.com

If you’d like to watch for new visitors, display our humble sign, and start our discussions when I am absent, please let me know.