"Independence Day" - (PG-13; 2 hours, 25 minutes) - In the epic adventure film “Independence Day,” strange phenomena surface around the globe. The skies ignite. Terror races through the world's major cities. As these extraordinary events unfold, it becomes increasingly clear that a force of incredible magnitude has arrived; its mission: total annihilation over the Fourth of July weekend. The last hope to stop the destruction is an unlikely group of people united by fate and unimaginable circumstances. Playing Thursday, July 3 at 2 and 7 p.m.

"The Phoenician Scheme" - (PG-13; 1 hour, 41 minutes) - The new film from acclaimed director Wes Anderson, about a family and a family business - and a conspiracy - debuted at the Cannes Film Festival in the main competition. The all star cast, led by Benicio Del Toro, includes Mia Threapleton, Michael Cera, Scott Shephard, Tom Hanks, Bryan Cranston, Willem Dafoe, Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson, and Benedict Cumberbatch. Opens for a two-week run on Friday, July 4 with a special 3 p.m. matinee and at 7 p.m.; and Saturday, July 5 at 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday, July 6 at 2 p.m.; Wednesday, July 9 at 2 and 7 p.m.; Thursday, July 10 at 2 and 7 p.m.; Friday, July 11 at 2 and 7 p.m.; Saturday, July 12 at and 7 p.m.; Sunday July 13 at 2 p.m.; Wednesday, July 16 at 2 and 7 p.m.; and Thursday, July 17 at 2 and 7 p.m. Presented in partnership with Colby and Gale and J. Edward Knight Insurance. 

"Anderson taps into a softer side of Benicio del Toro, who plays a tough negotiator trying to make amends with his estranged daughter in another intricately constructed oddity from the esoteric director." - Variety

Talking Aquaculture in Maine: Scallops - Presented in partnership with Island Institute, this free series brings important conversations to our community presented by those who are making a substantial contribution to aquaculture here in the state of Maine. On Monday, July 7 at 7 p.m. hear from a variety of farmers and other experts about how scallops are farmed, the value they bring to the state, and future opportunities. Lincoln Theater is pleased to welcome Sam Belknap, director of the Center for Marine Economy at Island Institute, to facilitate and moderate this conversation between experts. Speakers include Dana Morse, (Maine Sea Grant), Emma Fernald, (Bay Lady Scallops), Hugh Cowperthwaite (Fisheries and Aquaculture; CEI), and Madison Maier (Hurricane Island). This is a free non-ticketed event with general admission, sponsored by Shuck Station and Island Institute.

Coming soon:  Y Arts presents: Disney's "Aladdin JR" - July 17, "Materialists" - July 18; "Fantasia" - July 20 free!)

Tickets are available in advance through the online box office at www.LincolnTheater.org. Any remaining tickets are available at the door 30 minutes before showtime. Movie tickets are $10 adult and $7 LT members and youth 18 and under. Special event ticket prices vary. Wednesday matinee screenings contain Open Captions unless otherwise specified. Lincoln Theater is located at 2 Theater St. in downtown Damariscotta. Curtain going up!