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POSTPONED – 2026 Cinema Series at Jewish Museum and Cultural Center: 8½ [Italian: Otto e mezzo] (Portsmouth)
January 31 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Due to the winter storm, the movie for this Saturday, January 31 is postponed until a future date (Cast a Giant Shadow). The film 8 1/2 and our tribute to Tim Cooper, of blessed memory, will take place on Saturday, February 7. Stay safe!
Film series with commentary following each movie. Parental discretion advised, see ratings as listed.
Jan 31 – This film is presented as a tribute to Tim Cooper of blessed memory
8½ (Italian: Otto e mezzo) is a 1963 avant-grade film co-written and directed by Federico Fellini. The metafictional narrative centers on famous Italian film director Guido Anselmi who suffers from writer’s block as he attempts to direct an epic science fiction film. 8½ won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film and Best Costume Design. Starring Marcello Mastroianni, Anouk Aimee, Claudia Cardinale; 2h 18m; NOT RATED)
Thank you to the City of Portsmouth and Sheriff Michael Moore for assisting us with event security.
