"Jane Austen Wrecked My Life" - (R; 1 hour, 38 minutes) - A charming contemporary romance that blends literary nostalgia with fresh, French flair. Directed by Laura Piani and starring Camille Rutherford, the film follows Agathe Robinson—an aspiring writer stuck in a quiet life of routine at Shakespeare & Co. bookstore in Paris. Haunted by past trauma and paralyzed by self-doubt, Agathe yearns for the sweeping love stories she devours in books but struggles to write her own. Unbeknownst to her, Agathe’s loyal best friend Felix (Pablo Pauly) submits her unfinished manuscript to the prestigious Jane Austen Residency in England—and she’s accepted. Faced with the opportunity of a lifetime, Agathe must summon the courage to step beyond her comfort zone. In the English countryside, she’s greeted by Oliver (Charlie Anson, Downton Abbey), a literature professor and descendant of Austen herself. Though their first impressions clash, a slow-burning connection begins to grow. Just as sparks start to fly, Felix arrives unexpectedly, stirring up feelings that challenge Agathe’s heart—and her next chapter. Witty, heartfelt, and full of romantic tension, Jane Austen Wrecked My Life is a love letter to second chances, personal courage, and the timeless magic of Austen-inspired storytelling. Final shows at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 2 and Thursday, July 3.

"The Life of Chuck" - (R; 1 hour, 50 minutes) - Told in three acts, played in reverse, "The Life of Chuck" traces the final moments of Charles “Chuck” Krantz (Tom Hiddleston), a Maine-born accountant who dies at 39 from a brain tumor—with the end of his life mysteriously triggering an animated global apocalypse. In the middle act, Chuck encounters a street drummer and launches into an exuberant dance, celebrating life and connection despite his illness. The final act rewinds to his troubled childhood in Maine: orphaned and raised by grandparents (including an evocative turn from Mark Hamill), eager to unlock hidden truths and embrace every moment—even knowing his fate.

An adaptation of the Stephen King novella published in the 2020 collection "If It Bleeds," King’s famed small-town Maine atmosphere shines throughout. In Flanagan’s hands, the film leans into the emotional, even surreal, moments, especially a breathtaking street dance symbolizing joy in the face of loss. The result is a soul-stirring meditation on life’s fleeting beauty, its connections, and the bittersweet grace of acceptance. Opening night: Friday, July 4 at 7 p.m. Other shows at 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 5, and Monday, July 7 - Thursday, July 10; 2 p.m. shows on Sunday, July 6 and Wednesday, July 9 (OCAP screening).

“Now that he’s delivered an elegy in the vein of “Stand By Me” or “The Shawshank Redemption,” Flanagan has made one thing clear: He’s attuned to King at every frequency.” - Thomas Flloyd, Washington Post

Coming soon: "Materialists" - July 11: Lucy (Dakota Johnson) must choose between a picture-perfect relationship with a wealthy financier (Pedro Pascal) or a raw, real connection with her ex (Chris Evans). Set in a world where romance meets resume, this sharp, stylish dramedy questions what love is really worth. From A24 and director Celine Song (Past Lives), Materialists is a biting, beautiful look at modern love—status, surgery, and all. 

Harbor Theater is open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day with 2 p.m. matinees on Wednesday (OCAP – Open Caption Screening) and Sunday (regular screening). Shows nightly at 7 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for children under 18. Member prices are $8 for adults and $6 for children under 18. ADA-mandated Audio Descriptive (AD) and Closed Caption (CC) devices are available for the visually and hearing-impaired. Inquire at the concession stand.

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