Do you like to chat about movies? Participants view each film on their own and then join a group discussion and critique via Zoom. Movies are selected through discussion and a decision of Chat participants. Join the Movie Chat and bring your recommendations! This week’s movies are:

The Americanization of Emily rated 7.3/10 (1964) During the build-up to D-Day in England, an American Officer who knows all of the angles to make life smooth for his commander, is challenged when he falls in love with his driver and then is sent on a dangerous mission on D-Day.

• Director: Arthur Hiller

• Stars: James Garner, Julie Andrews and Melvyn Douglas

Cinema Paradiso rated8.5/10 (1988) In a flashback, a filmmaker recalls falling in love with cinema as a child, and his deep friendship with the cinema's projectionist whose encouragement helped him become a famous director.

• Director: Giuseppe Tornatore

• Stars: Philippe Noiret, Enzo Cannavale and Antonella Attili

Copies of these movies are usually available on DVD at the Edgewater Branch library for checkout with your library card or you can watch them online through a streaming service of your choice.

Registration is required. You will receive an email with the link to join the online Zoom discussion group.

This program is offered in partnership with the Edgewater Branch Library.