Back-Alley Summer Cinema Series

2010 SEASON MADE POSSIBLE BY:
Deborah Becker - State Farm Insurance

THE BASICS:
The Back Alley Summer Cinema Series is Volume One's Monday-night film series screening classic and out-of-the-mainstream films of all kinds. Movies are shown in the alley that would-be 205 Graham Avenue in downtown Eau Claire, and start at 9:30pm sharp. The space holds no more than 200 people, so show up early for a good spot.

WEATHER UPDATES:
Check back on the website at 4:30pm on the day of a show for the final call on weather-related cancellations.

PAST SERIES MULTIMEDIA:
Cinema Series: Photos!
Cinema Series: Audio Slideshow!

2010 SCHEDULE
July 5: Raising Arizona
July 12: This is Spinal Tap
July 19: Enter the Dragon
July 26: Field of Dreams
(see below for descriptions)

TIPS TO ENJOYING THE SHOW:
- Be aware of film ratings, not all films are for everyone.
- Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on.
- Bring some cash to buy concessions including popcorn, candy, soda.
- It gets cool in the evening, bring a blanket or jacket, bug spray, etc.

RULES:
- Follow all the standard movie rules: No talking, no cell phones, etc.
- Don't hog space, don't block the aisle down the middle, don't be stupid.
- Under no circumstances may anyone remove their shoes.
- Absolutely no alcohol or illegal substances allowed.

2009 CINEMA SPONSORS:

Raising Arizona [PG-13/94 min] This cult classic comedy from 1987 is the second film helmed by the infamous Coen Brothers (The Big Lebowski, No Country for Old Men). It follows a former outlaw (Nicolas Cage) and his wife, a former police officer (Holly Hunter), who find out they’re infertile and cannot adopt so decide to kidnap a baby. Slapstick hilariousness and impressive pyrotechnics ensue as they become entangled with a headhunter and two prison escapees.

This is Spinal Tap [R/82 min] Both the ultimate rock movie parody and the movie that invented the “mockumentary,” This is Spinal Tap has been a cult comedy staple since its release in 1984 and turned up to 11 ever since. It follows a heavy metal trio several decades into their career, as they hope to relaunch themselves with a new album and tour. Actors Michael McKean, Harry Shearer, and Christopher Guest hysterically improv their way through the backstage drama and on-stage mishaps.

Enter the Dragon [R/98 min] Widely regarded as the greatest film featuring martial arts master Bruce Lee, Enter the Dragon was also his swan song as he died shortly after. The 1973 flick was Hollywood’s first stab at kung fu, and surrounds an exclusive fighting tournament on an island organized by a Shaolin master-turned crime lord. As an undercover agent with a thirst for vengeance, lets just say Bruce Lee wants more than to win the tournament.

Field of Dreams [PG/107 min] As inspirational and feel-good as they come, this movie epitomizes baseball season, Iowa, and the bond of a father and son. Kevin Costner stars as a small farmer inspired by a mysterious voice (“If you build it he will come”) to build a baseball field in which the spirits of players from yesteryear gather. James Earl Jones, Burt Lancaster, and Ray Liotta also star in this summertime “hit.”

 

PREVIOUSLY SHOWN FILMS (most rain out nights have been removed):

2005 SEASON
Ghostbusters
I Am Trying To Break Your Heart
Short Film Night: Comedy
American Splendor
Rear Window
Ghost World
Dogtown and Z-Boys
Saved!
Triplets of Belleville

2006 SEASON
Back to the Future
Amelie
Riding Giants
Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Murder Ball
Kung Fu Hustle
American Movie
The Graduate
Rushmmore
High Fidelity
Welcome to the Dollhouse

2007 SEASON
The Goonies
Little Miss Sunshine
Who Killed the Electric Car?
The Jerk
Short Film Night: Comedies
Thank You for Smoking
Big Trouble in Little China
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

2008 SEASON
The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters
Hoosiers
Persepolis
Shaun of the Dead
Pee-Wee's Big Adventure

2009 SEASON
The Karate Kid
Waitress
Young @ Heart
Lars and the Real Girl
The Princess Bride

2005 SEASON
Ghostbusters
I Am Trying To Break Your Heart
Short Film Night: Comedy
American Splendor
Rear Window
Ghost World
Dogtown and Z-Boys
Saved!
Triplets of Belleville

2006 SEASON
Back to the Future
Amelie
Riding Giants
Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Murder Ball
Kung Fu Hustle
American Movie
The Graduate
Rushmmore
High Fidelity
Welcome to the Dollhouse

2007 SEASON
The Goonies
Little Miss Sunshine
Who Killed the Electric Car?
The Jerk
Short Film Night: Comedies
Thank You for Smoking
Big Trouble in Little China
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

2008 SEASON
The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters
Hoosiers
Persepolis
Shaun of the Dead
Pee-Wee's Big Adventure

2009 SEASON
The Karate Kid
Waitress
Young @ Heart
Lars and the Real Girl
The Princess Bride