What could be better than relaxing with some friends and watching a movie in a lovely theatre?  Sounds pretty good, eh?  Now what if that movie was free?  Well,  things just got even better!  Here at the JMCPL, we host no-cost Movie Nights from the fall to the spring in the Mahon Auditorium.  Just follow the signs downstairs to take advantage of this free service and enjoy some cinematic storytelling.  We screen a wide range of films so there’s something for everyone.  Check this page or the calendar on the Adult programming page to find out what’s playing.  See you at the movies!

Wednesday Movie
Wednesday, November 20, 7:00
All is True (101 min., PG13)

At the height of his renown as England’s greatest playwright, William Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre burns down during a performance of one of his plays. Motivated by this tragedy, and by that of his only son’s death, Shakespeare begins to take stock of his family relationships and his life, returning home to face the mistakes he has made as a husband and a father. He does intense battle with personal secrets and haunting memories in his final days as he attempts to mend his ties with his wife and daughters.

*Note:  The originally scheduled movie Fast Color is currently unavailable and will be shown at a later date.*

Wednesday Movie
Wednesday, November 27, 6:30
Long Shot (125 min., R)

Fred and Charlotte, two unlikely companions, reconnect after years of being apart. Charlotte, Fred’s old babysitter, is now a renowned diplomat with considerable pull in the political sphere. Meanwhile, Fred is flourishing as a self-made journalist and self-proclaimed mischief-maker. With Charlotte well out of his league, Fred is sure he doesn’t stand a chance. In a stunning turn of events, the two kindle a fiery romance rooted in laughter and surprise. As their love blossoms, Fred and Charlotte embark on a series of lighthearted adventures.

Wednesday Movie
Wednesday, December 4, 6:30
The Art of Racing in the Rain (123 min., PG)

Enzo was born to be a race car driver. There’s just one problem: He’s a golden retriever. He can still watch, though. Through Enzo’s eyes, we learn about the life of his owner, race car driver Denny Swift. Watch Denny experience love, heartache, and more through the eyes of his loyal dog. Conditions aren’t always ideal for Denny and Enzo. Sometimes, the path forward is dark and difficult. In order to get through it, the two must learn from each other the difficult art of racing in the rain.

Wednesday Movie
Wednesday, December 11, 7:00
Maiden (93 min., PG)

Tracy Edwards is a young woman working as a cook on charter boats. Although underappreciated and overworked, the young woman dreamed of commanding her own vessel. Through hard work and determination, she is able to become skipper of her own boat. But, being a female skipper wasn’t Edwards only claim to fame. The young woman also staffed an entirely female crew. Shortly after coming together, the female skipper and her all women staff entered the 1989 Whitbread Round World Race.

Wednesday Movie
Wednesday, December 18, 7:00
Hustlers (107 min., R)

This is about a woman who “just wants to take care of (her) grandma” and “maybe go shopping once in a while.” She decides the best way to make that happen is to start stripping and begins working at a strip club where her fellow strippers become her extended family. Inspired by a New York Magazine article, it’s not only about strippers who are trying to make a living. They are trying to even the score. In classic “Robin Hood” fashion, the strippers concoct a scheme to steal from crooked, wealthy Wall Street bankers for their own gain. What transpires next is a whirlwind of crazy highs and unfortunate lows.