Mon, 03/29/2021 - 10:00am

Andrew Fenniman

“The Present,” is one of the live-action short films nominated for an Oscar in 2021. It centers around a Palestinian man and his young daughter who set out in the West Bank to buy his wife a gift, showcasing the struggles they go through between soldiers, segregated roads, and checkpoints. Courtesy of Andrew Fenniman

In “Burrow,” a young rabbit embarks on a journey to dig the burrow of her dreams, despite not having a clue what she's doing. Nominated for an Oscar in the animated short films category. Courtesy of Andrew Fenniman

“The Letter Room,” a nominee for Best Live Action Short. When a corrections officer is transferred to the letter room, he soon finds himself enmeshed in a prisoner’s deeply private life. 33 minutes.

“Yes - People” - from Pixar, nominated as one of the Live-Action Shorts; 2021 Academy Awards. Courtesy of Andrew Fenniman

This week Academy-Award nominated film screenings to continue at Lincoln Theater. We bring something a little bit out of the ordinary and a rare opportunity to see on the large screen: the short animated and short live-action films that have been nominated for this year’s Oscars. While we are not playing the documentary shorts, if there is interest, perhaps we will next year. If you have never experienced these tiny pieces of cinema art before, you are in for a treat. We encourage you to give them a shot.

“Minari” (PG-13; 1 hour, 55 minutes – In Korean with English subtitles, and English) - A tender and sweeping story about what roots us, Minari follows a Korean-American family that moves to a tiny Arkansas farm in search of their own American Dream. The family home changes completely with the arrival of their sly, foul-mouthed, but incredibly loving grandmother. Amidst the instability and challenges of this new life in the rugged Ozarks, Minari shows the undeniable resilience of family and what really makes a home. Winner of the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Foreign Language, nominated for 3 Screen Actors Guild Awards, and nominated for six Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay. Final screenings Thursday, April 1 at 2 and 7 p.m.

2021 Oscar Nominated Short Films: For the 16th consecutive year, ShortsTV and Magnolia Pictures present the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on April 2. With two categories playing at Lincoln Theater – Animated, and Live Action – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences around the country and the world, don’t miss this year’s selection of shorts. Information and trailers for all the shorts can be found online at https://shorts.tv/theoscarshorts

Live Action Shorts (R; 2 hours, 10 minutes) Playing Friday, Apr 2 at 2 p.m., Saturday, April 3 at 7 p.m., Sunday, April 4 at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 7 at 7 p.m., and Thursday, April 8 at 2 p.m.

Animated Shorts (PG-13: 1 hour, 39 minutes) Playing Fri day, Aprik 2 at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 3 at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 7 at 2 p.m. and Thursday, April 8 at 7 p.m.

Please note: that the animated shorts program overall, while excellent, deals with some tough issues and a few of the films are not suitable for children under 12. Please visit lincolntheater.net for individual film descriptions. Presented in partnership with Renys.

Coming soon – tickets on sale now: “The Father,” “Blithe Spirit,” “Warlock,” “The Courier,” and “French Exit.”

At the present time, no concessions will be on sale, no outside food or drink allowed, and masks must be worn at all times inside Lincoln Theater. All tickets must be purchased in advance through our box office at www.LincolnTheater.net. Event ticket prices vary. The theater office is open to assist with ticket purchases by calling 563-3424 on Tuesdays between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. The Lincoln Theater is located at 2 Theater Street in downtown Damariscotta. Curtain going up!