Iranian and Israeli filmmakers teamed up on "Tatami," a new film exploring political unrest through the lens of a world judo championship. The film opens July 4 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center.
Continuing is "The Life of Chuck."
The first feature film co-directed by Iranian and Israeli filmmakers Guy Nattiv and Zar Amir, "Tatami" follows Leila, an Iranian judo athlete who is put in political danger when her government tells her to fake an injury and withdraw from the world championships rather than face an Israeli rival in the final. Leila finds herself facing a life-or-death decision that could put the lives of her; her coach, an ex-competitor herself; and her family in danger. In a fight for freedom and dignity, what is she willing to give up?
From Stephen King and director Mike Flanagan comes "The Life of Chuck," an unforgettable, genre-bending tale of love, loss and life starring Tom Hiddleston, Mark Hamill and Chiwetel Ejiofor. This tale celebrates the life of Charles "Chuck" Krantz (Hiddleston) as he experiences the wonder of love, the heartbreak of loss and the multitudes contained in all of us.
Ending its run July 3 is "Jane Austen Wrecked My Life."
Through the months of June and July, the Ross is hosting the Family Film Fest, with free weekly screenings of family-friendly films each Saturday at 11 a.m. Tickets are available at the box office the day of the show. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Also showing throughout the summer is the Made in Nebraska film series, featuring 18 movies filmed in Nebraska, including rarely screened documentaries, cinema classics, indie gems, biting comedies and award-winning dramas.
For more information on films, including showtimes and ticket availability, visit the Ross' website.
