THE CONFORMIST w/ Italian Wine Tasting
Sun, Feb 26
|Epsilon Spires
Beauty, danger, sex, dancing, politics, murder- newly restored in 4K, Bertalucci's masterpiece is acclaimed for its sumptuous visuals and extravagant cinematography. Experience this epic film on the big screen paired with innovative "non-conforming" Italian wines curated by Sommelier Rob Forman.
Time & Location
Feb 26, 2023, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Epsilon Spires, 190 Main St, Brattleboro, VT 05301, USA
About the event
Our new Sunday Night Screening Series showcases epic films that need to be experienced on the big screen.
The Conformist (1970, 111 mins), Beauty, danger, cruelty, sex, dancing, politics, murder- Director Bernardo Bertolucci combines a flawless aesthetic with a deep emphasis on composition, design, and camerawork to slowly build a devastating portrait of the kind of personality that allows fascism to flourish. Tonight's film is paired with a selection of "non-conforming" Italian wines that are innovative or distinctive from the mainstream categories they are reductively included in, curated by Sommelier Rob Forman. Tickets including the wine tasting experience are $25. General admission is $12. (popcorn included), sliding-scale tickets start at $5.
Synopsis
Marcello, played brilliantly by actor Jean-Louis Trintignant, wants to fit into society so badly that he conforms to the standard of normality by becoming a fascist foot soldier in Mussolini’s dictatorship. He seeks the marriage of a young…
Tickets
WINE TASTING & FILM
Admission for one to THE CONFORMIST and Wine Tasting experience showcasing innovative and distinctive, "non-conforming" Italian wines curated by Sommelier Rob Forman. Cheese, fruits and other light food pairings are included.
$25.00
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Admission for one to THE CONFORMIST (Film & Free Popcorn Included). Please choose your seating with respect for others and let us know if you require special arrangements. $2 from every ticket goes directly towards the historic preservation of the venue. Thank you for your support! Enjoy the program!
$12.00
Sale endedSliding-Scale: Film & Popcorn
General Admission Tickets for this event (film and free popcorn included) are $12. Thanks to a generous grant from the Ben and Jerry’s Foundation, subsidized sliding-scale tickets are available for those who self-identify as experiencing financial hardship. In order to make this program accessible for all, we are offering tickets by sliding scale. Taking equity and inclusion into account, please pay what you can to help support the artists and venue.
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I would like to add a donation to my ticket to express my support and appreciation of the adventurous and intellectually-engaging programs at Epsilon Spires. Thank you & keep up the good work! (Ticket includes wine tasting experience showcasing innovative and distinctive, "non-conforming" Italian wines curated by Sommelier Rob Forman. Cheese, fruits and other light food pairings are provided.
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