Cornell Cinema still lights up the silver screen
After more than a half-century in the Straight, the Hill’s iconic movie venue remains a film fan’s delight.
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By presenting an eclectic mix of contemporary and classic films, series, and special events each semester, Cornell Cinema aims to expand access to, foster deeper appreciation of, and advance interdisciplinary teaching through the moving image work of filmmakers from around the globe.
Calendar
Cornell Cinema presents more than 75 films each semester and each semester-long schedule features an an eclectic mix of contemporary and classic titles from across the globe. Many films are introduced by faculty or graduate students, feature special guest appearances by visiting filmmakers, and are presented in collaboration with Cornell courses, academic departments, and research centers.
Film Series
As a core part of our educational mission, Cornell Cinema organizes thematic series that explore the history of cinema as an industry and artform, offer a deeper understanding of the politics of image-making, and celebrate the work of filmmakers from across the globe. In our programming, we prioritize films that would not otherwise be available in the region, whose subjects resonate with the concerns of our local communities, and that reflect the diverse interests and experiences of our constituents.
Special Events
Cornell Cinema also offer regular opportunities for audiences to join in conversation with filmmakers, scholars, community leaders, and cinema staff to discuss films and the relevant artistic, social, and political questions they raise. Special events may include discussions with filmmakers, film screenings with live musical accompaniment, experimental performances, immersive media events, and more.
Cinema News
Laurie Anderson visit offers a glimpse of her world
The Sept. 26 talk was recorded and is now available to view on eCornell.
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October Features Silent Film with Live Music
Experience silent film with live music during Silent Film Month…
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Film on Film: Experience These 35mm Prints at Cornell Cinema
Cornell Cinema is proud to regularly feature 35mm prints in its programming, an increasingly rare filmgoing experience…
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Disney Through the Decades
Join Cornell Cinema as we celebrate 100 Years of Disney with weekend matinees with family friendly films from most decades…
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Cornell Cinema’s season showcases cult classics, Disney, greatest films of all time
The cinema's fall schedule includes "Rocky Horror Picture Show," as well as some of the British Film Institute’s top movies of all time.
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From Dr. Fauci to 'Succession:' A peek into the lives of two alumni filmmakers
“From the Big Red to the Red Carpet” featured Scott Ferguson ’82 and Michael Kantor ’83, Emmy-winning producers of HBO’s “Succession” and PBS' “American Masters” series.
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Filming Jewish Life
A film series at Cornell Cinema celebrating 50 years of Jewish Studies at Cornell
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