HARBOR THEATER

185 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor ~ 633-0438 ~ www.boothbaycinema.org

Closed Monday & Tuesday

“Judy” - (PG-13, 1 hour, 58 minutes) -  Rupert Goold’s film focuses on Judy Garland’s last London concerts in the weeks before the crooner’s tragic death in 1969 at age 47. The movie rides Garland’s emotional swells as she struggles with her lifelong addictions, being separated from her two youngest children, and her turbulent final marriage to younger man Mickey Deans (Finn Wittrock). Renée Zellweger channels the fragile, rail-thin, bewigged Garland, whose voice has weakened while its emotional intensity has grown. Featuring some of her best-known songs, the film celebrates the voice, the capacity for love, and the sheer pizzazz of "the world's greatest entertainer." Zellweger is already being touted as an Oscar contender for her portrayal of Garland. Final screenings at 7 p.m.: Wednesday, Oct. 30 and Thursday, Oct. 31.

“Harriet” - (PG-13, 2 hours) - Based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter, “Harriet” tells the extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman's (Cynthia Erivo) escape from slavery and transformation into one of America's greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. Playing at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, Saturday, Nov. 2, Wednesday, Nov. 6, Thursday, Nov. 7; and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3.

“An impassioned, edifying portrait of a remarkable life, and a fitting showcase for the considerable talents of its star, Tony-winning British actress Cynthia Erivo.” - Leah Greenblatt, Entertainment Weekly

“Leonardo: The Works” - Exhibition on Screen - (1 hour, 45 minutes) - Exhibition on Screen, producers of the popular British art films, offers a new and comprehensive look at the art of Leonardo da Vinci, celebrating the 500th anniversary of the artist's death. Leonardo's peerless paintings will be at the core of this film, presenting every single painting attributed to him, including The Last Supper, Lady with an Ermine, Ginevra de' Benci, Madonna Litta, Virgin of the Rocks and what is widely considered the most famous artwork of all time - The Mona Lisa. The film also looks afresh at Leonardo's life, threading biography and artistic output together with the assistance of the world's foremost curators, critics and historians. Screening Friday, Nov. 8 at 2 p.m.

Coming soon: “Fantastic Fungi” - Nov. 15

LINCOLN THEATER

2 Theater St., Damariscotta ~ 563-3424 - www.lcct.org

“Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles” - (PG-13; 1 hour, 32 minutes) - The documentary tells the story behind one of Broadway's most beloved musicals and its creative roots in early 1960s New York. The film includes interviews with the show's Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning lyricist Sheldon Harnick, legendary producer Hal Prince, original cast members, and rare archival footage of renowned choreographer Jerome Robbins. And interviews with “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda, Chaim Topol, Harvey Fierstein, Fran Lebowitz, Calvin Trillin and Nathan Englander. Playing Thursday, Oct. 31 at 2 and 7 p.m.

“Downton Abbey” - (PG; 2 hours, 2 minutes) - The grand motion picture event! The beloved Crawleys and their intrepid staff prepare for a royal visit from the King and Queen of England. This important visit unleashes scandal, romance, and intrigue that will leave the future of Downton hanging in the balance. Playing at 2 and 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1 and Sunday, Nov. 3; Saturday, Nov. 2 at 3:30 p.m. (note special time) and 7 p.m.; at 2 p.m. only on Wednesday, Nov. 6 and Thursday, Nov. 7.

“The Spiderwick Chronicles” – Stories to Screen - (PG; 1 hour, 36 minutes) – Free - The 2008 film was based on the series of books by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black. Twin brothers Jared and Simon Grace and sister Mallory, find themselves pulled into an alternate world full of faeries and other creatures, upon moving into the run-down Spiderwick Estate with their mother (Mary-Louise Parker). Playing Saturday, Nov. 2 at 10 a.m. (A limited number of copies of Book No. 1 "The Field Guide” in the "Spiderwick Chronicles,” as well as Book No. 1 "The Bad Beginning” in "A Series of Unfortunate Events,” are now available for free on a first come first serve basis (one per family please) at Skidompha Library, and will be available at the screenings - while supplies last.)

“Leonardo: The Works” - Exhibition on Screen – (1 hour, 44 minutes) - To be released on the 500th anniversary of his death, this is the definitive film about Leonardo da Vinci, acclaimed as the world’s favorite artist. Leonardo’s peerless paintings and drawings will be the focus - every single attributed painting is presented in Ultra HD quality, never seen before on the big screen. Key works include The Mona Lisa, The Last Supper, Lady with an Ermine, Ginevra de’ Benci, Madonna Litta, Virgin of the Rocks, and others. Saturday, Nov. 2 at 1 p.m. Tickets: $15/adult, $13/member, and $5/youth 18 and under.

“Summoned: Frances Perkins & The General Welfare” - (1 hour) – Free event - In the depths of the Great Depression, FDR appointed Perkins as the first woman on a presidential cabinet. She became the driving force behind Social Security, the 40-hour work week, the eight-hour day, minimum wage and unemployment compensation. Featuring interviews with David Brooks, Nancy Pelosi, Amy Klobuchar, Lawrence O’Donnell and others. This is Perkin’s heroic story exploring the history of women in politics, Social Security, our attitudes toward immigration, poverty, Socialism, and the role of government. Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 4 p.m.

“Talking Art in Maine, Intimate Conversations” - Free event – Host Jane Dahmen with Michel Droge - painter, printmaker and educator who’s work engages with the environment and the human condition in an era of uncertainty. Michel creates abstract paintings of atmospheric environments with details of grids unraveling, constellations and micro-organisms revealing an immersive macro/micro world. Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. For more on Michel Droge: www.micheldroge.com.

“The Thin Man” - Classic Film Club presents - (1934; 1 hour, 31 minutes) - Edward Ellis plays a mean-spirited inventor. The recently-divorced Ellis discovers that his new girlfriend has stolen $50,000 and is carrying on with other men. Not long afterward, he disappears. Anxious to locate her father, Ellis' daughter (Maureen O'Sullivan) goes to private detective Nick Charles for help. Also stars William Powell and Myrna Loy. Playing Thursday, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. and Friday, Nov. 8 at 2 p.m. Tickets: $8/ adult, $6/member and youth 18 and under. Free for Classic Film Club Members.