Recommended FilmTalks by Month

 

Click on titles in blue below to see the program flyer.

These are some suggestions for you to consider by month. However, any of our FilmTalks (see full list here) can be presented any month you desire.

 

View or print a PDF of our 2021 Programs Flyer at this link.

 

January

Elvis: The Actor and the Icon (Jan. 8- Elvis’s Birthday)
Celebrate the life of the legendary performer who changed the face of rock and roll, and see the King like never before in this dazzling collection of film clips.

February

Funny and Romantic Weddings in the Movies
From spectacular dresses to sidesplitting in-law encounters, you’ll enjoy the most romantic, breathtaking and funny wedding scenes ever filmed.

 

Romantic Song Sing A Long NEW!
February is the month for lovers – movie lovers that is! Join us as we sing along to some of the greatest love songs in movie history.

Losing at the Oscars
A fun and amazing celebration of many of the greatest actors and filmmakers who never won an Oscar!

A Jack Benny Extravaganza
A hilarious behind-the-scenes look at the brilliant comedian who invented situation comedy. We’ll feature his spectacular supporting players as well.
Abraham Lincoln in the Movies
Explore the life and times of our sixteenth president with a collection of fascinating film clips.

March
(Women’s History Month Flyer)

We Love Lucy
Get ready for a roundup of the funniest Lucy moments in television history, as well as hilarious scenes from earlier films on her path to becoming one of comedy’s greatest.
Great Female Detectives in the Movies
Get ready, gumshoes, for a pulse-pounding collection of thrilling film clips featuring female detectives at the top of their game.
Audrey Hepburn: Graceful Legend
A breathtaking exploration of Hepburn’s life and work featuring famous scenes from her best films and behind-the-scenes anecdotes of what it was like working with this screen legend.
Strong Women in the Movies

Elizabeth Taylor: Violet Beauty

Enjoy famous scenes showcasing Taylor’s captivating talents while learning the truth of what it was like to be Elizabeth Taylor, the woman who lived forever in the public eye.
Funniest Women in the Movies
Madeline Kahn, Barbra Streisand, Teri Garr, and Gracie Allen bring on the laughs in this hilarious collection of clips from some of Hollywood’s funniest films.
STEAM: Celebrate Females in Science, Technology, Engineering, Artistry, & Mathematics
A program that celebrates the rebel within girls and young women. This presentation encourages them to pursue studies in Science, Technology, Engineering, Artistry, and Mathematics, and to boldly step forth into the world (and perhaps history) by making their own unique footprints and presence known.
Luck o’ the Irish – St. Patrick’s Day
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Gene Kelly,“The Quiet Man,” and more lucky movie moments in this Irish extravaganza featuring toe-tapping song and dance scenes and other thrilling film clips!

April

FilmTalk Suggestions for Spring – Link to Flyer

 

Earth Day on FilmNEW!

A fun look at movies that celebrate the idea of honoring our planet and protecting the living world around us.
Baseball in the Movies
Celebrate the great all-American pastime with a spectacular collection of clips from classic baseball films, such as “Take Me Out to the Ballgame,” “Pride of the Yankees,” and Abbott and Costello’s “Who’s On First” routine, along with hilarious anecdotes and baseball trivia.

May 

Marvelous Mothers in the Movies  NEW!
Movies to Celebrate Memorial Day and Older Americans’ Month NEW!
May is Older Americans Month!
Hidden Star Wars – May is Star Wars Month and the first Star Wars movie debuted on May 25th!
Experience Star Wars like never before and learn its many secrets and jokes in this thrilling insider’s peek at one of the most treasured film series in the galaxy!
Share the laughs and sing along to some of the greatest songs of the World War II era with this collection of unforgettable moments featuring The Andrews Sisters, Judy Garland, Abbott and Costello, and more!
Baseball in the Movies
Celebrate the greatest all-American pastime with a spectacular collection of clips from classic baseball films, such as “Take Me Out to the Ballgame,” “Pride of the Yankees,” and Abbott and Costello’s “Who’s On First” routine, along with hilarious anecdotes and baseball trivia.

June

Fabulous Fathers on Film  NEW!

Film Talks for Kids NEW!

June is International Children’s Month.

Great Weddings in the Movies

Join us as we celebrate all types of movie weddings – funny, musical, and yes – even disastrous! Lots of great music and stories.
Americana Song and Dance
It’s coming up red, white, and blue in this star-spangled presentation featuring Fred Astaire dancin’ with fireworks, James Cagney tappin’ on the tabletops and more memorable movie moments from “Yankee Doodle Dandy,” “Oklahoma,” “Holiday Inn,” and other favorites!
Baseball in the Movies
Celebrate the great all-American pastime with a spectacular collection of clips from classic baseball films, such as “Take Me Out to the Ballgame,” “Pride of the Yankees,” and Abbott and Costello’s “Who’s On First” routine, along with hilarious anecdotes and baseball trivia.

July

Americana Song and Dance
It’s coming up red, white, and blue in this star-spangled presentation featuring Fred Astaire dancin’ with fireworks, James Cagney tappin’ on the tabletops and more memorable movie moments from “Yankee Doodle Dandy,” “Oklahoma,” “Holiday Inn,” and other favorites!
Baseball in the Movies
Celebrate the great all-American pastime with a spectacular collection of clips from classic baseball films, such as “Take Me Out to the Ballgame,” “Pride of the Yankees,” and Abbott and Costello’s “Who’s On First” routine, along with hilarious anecdotes and baseball trivia.

September

Baseball in the Movies
Celebrate the greatest all-American pastime with a spectacular collection of clips from classic baseball films, such as “Take Me Out to the Ballgame,” “Pride of the Yankees,” and Abbott and Costello’s “Who’s On First” routine, along with hilarious anecdotes and baseball trivia.
The Bullying Shield: A Bullying Prevention Program
Parents, teachers, and students will learn how to effectively prevent and protect against bullying through engaging, inspiring film clips and discussion that will empower and instruct.
STEAM: Celebrate Girls & Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Artistry, & Mathematics
A program that celebrates the rebel within girls and young women. This presentation encourages them to pursue studies in Science, Technology, Engineering, Artistry, and Mathematics, and to boldly step forth into the world (and perhaps history) by making their own unique footprints and presence known.

October

Classic Monster Mash
Spend Halloween with Dracula, Wolfman, Frankenstein’s Monster and many more bone-chilling villains in this delightfully creepy celebration of classic movie monsters!
Celebrate the Spirit of Halloween with FilmTalks

Hidden Harry Potter

This very popular program offers thrilling behind-the-scenes thrilling behind-the-scenes tidbits and fascinating trivia designed to help Harry Potter fans of all ages enjoy these wonderful stories even more.
Provocative Vampires in the Movies
Step into the shadowy world of eternal night as we delve into the rich lore of creatures of the dark, from from Nosferatu to Dracula to Lestat.
The Wizard of Oz: The Story Behind the Story
Learn many of the amazing stories and secrets behind the greatest movie ever made, from the creation of “Over the Rainbow,” to the screenwriter who, with just a few words, saved the entire picture.
The Bullying Shield: A Bullying Prevention Program
Parents, teachers, and students will learn how to effectively prevent and protect against bullying through engaging, inspiring film clips and discussion that will empower and instruct.

November

A Soldier’s Musical Salute
Share the laughs and sing along to some of the greatest songs of the World War II era with this collection of unforgettable moments featuring The Andrews Sisters, Judy Garland, Abbott and Costello, and more!
Delicious Food Scenes in the Movies
Whether you eat to live or live to eat, this mouthwatering look at movie moments and behind-the-scenes trivia celebrating dining in all its forms is sure to hit the spot!

December

Christmas Music in the Movies
Not a creature was stirring, except Jack Benny, Judy Garland, Bing Crosby, Red Skelton, and many more of your favorite stars in this wonderfully wintry presentation!
A Christmas Carol: The Story Behind the Story
Take a journey to the England of Charles Dickens as we explore the cultural and historical climate that influenced the creation of one of the most beloved stories of all time.
Funniest Heartwarming Christmas Scenes
Join such beloved holiday favorites as Ralphie, the Grinch, Elf, Cary Grant as an angel, and Kris Kringle himself in this sweet and hilarious program celebrating holiday moments loved by the whole family!

Holiday Film Medley