Schedules and Registration
Movie fans can experience the Cinema Series at the Landmark Westwood Theatre in person. The series is hosted by nationally recognized film critic Pete Hammond.
2024 Fall Cinema Series Schedule
The 2024 Fall Cinema Series returns to the Landmark Westwood Theatre on October 22 for six Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM: October 22, 29, November 12, 19, 26, December 3 (Dark on November 5 for Election Day)
Due to an overwhelming response, passes are sold out for the Fall Cinema Series.
(OPENING NIGHT) October 22 | "Conclave" | Focus Features
A thriller following one of the world’s most ancient and secretive events: the election of a Pope. When Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with leading the process, he finds himself at the center of a conspiracy, discovering a deep secret that could shake the foundations of the Church. Also stars Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow and Isabella Rossellini.
Pre-recorded Q&A following film screening with award-winning director Edward Berger
October 29 | "Maria" | Netflix
6:30 PM Special start time for this screening only
Oscar-winner Angelina Jolie stars as the legendary soprano Maria Callas. Set in Paris, September 1977, during the final week of her life, the film follows Callas as she negotiates her public image as “La Divina” and her private self. Punctuated by grand operatic interludes, the drama is directed by Pablo Larraín.
Q&A following film screening with Director Pablo Larraín, Angelina Jolie, and Cinematographer Ed Lachman, ASC
November 12 | "Emilia Pérez" | Netflix
Zoe Saldaña, Karla Sofía Gascón, Selena Gomez, Adriana Paz and Edgar Ramírez star in a musical crime comedy about a Mexican lawyer (Saldaña) who receives an unexpected offer to help a feared cartel boss (Gascón) retire who wants to disappear forever. A Cannes Film Festival prize winner.
Pre-screening Q&A with Zoë Saldaña
November 19 | SEPTEMBER 5 | Paramount Pictures
During the 1972 Munich Olympics, an American sports broadcasting crew finds itself thrust into covering the hostage crisis involving Israeli athletes. Stars Peter Sarsgaard, John Magaro, Ben Chaplin, and Leonie Benesch.
Q&A following film screening with producer John Palmer
November 26 | "The Last Showgirl" | Roadside Attractions
Pamela Anderson stars as Shelley, the seasoned centerpiece of Las Vegas’ last traditional floor show. When its producer, Eddie (Dave Bautista), announces the show is closing, Shelley and her co-workers must decide their future. But the future looks different when you are 50 rather than 20, and your only job skill is dancing. Also stars Billie Lourd, Brenda Song, Kiernan Shipka, and Oscar-winner Jamie Lee Curtis.
Q&A following film screening with Pamela Anderson, and director Gia Coppola, and other cast members
December 3 | TBA
All films and guests are subject to change without prior notice.