This week鈥檚 Cinechats selection: The Phantom of the Open
The campus community is invited to enjoy a film screening presented by Cinechats, which is supported in part by 萌妹社区, Durham College, Arts Forum and the Durham Council for the Arts. Age restrictions apply, as most films are rated for those 18 years of age and older.
This week’s selection is (U.K., 2021).
Maurice Flitcroft, a dreamer and unrelenting optimist, manages to gain entry to the 1976 British Open Golf Championship qualification round despite being a complete novice. Flitcroft operates a construction crane for a living. He's been a caring and dependable husband and father. So, his wife tells him it's high time for him to indulge himself by doing something that's just for him. He fixes upon golf, though he's never played the game. Undaunted by his own shortcomings at his chosen new pursuit, he is indefatigable in his efforts to improve. When he innocently applies to enter the 1976 British Open Golf Tournament, he lists among his ‘handicaps’ false teeth and a touch of arthritis. There's a wry sense of humor throughout. Based, remarkably, on real events, it makes for a cute, appealing underdog story about 'sticking by your family through thick and thin,' and never giving up on your chosen goals in life. It's funny and endearing, with an understated poignancy, and it's bound to leave you with a glow of affection.
When: Thursday, November 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Science Building, Room 2240
For more information about Cinechats, call 905.576.0359. Note: Film selections are subject to change.
