Cnr London Circuit and City Square, Canberra City
Open today from 10am to 4pm
Sat 29 June 1-4pm
Reel McCoy Film Society presents bi-monthly film screenings of classic cinema.
Members are invited to purchase an annual Reel McCoy membership at the discounted price of $20 (usually $50/year) upon presentation of their current ACT M&G membership card.
Sat 29 June, The Golden Coach (1952)
103 minutes, France / Italy
Director: Jean Renoir
Cast: Anna Magnani, Oroardo Spadaro
Adapted (freely) from Prosper Mérimée’s Le Carosse du Saint Sacrément, The Golden Coach takes place in the 18th century. The coach of the title has been delivered from Europe by the viceroy of Peru. When he falls for Camilla, the Columbina of a visiting Commedia dell’Arte troupe from Italy, he bestows it on her, much to the chagrin of his mistress. The viceroy is not the only one competing for Camilla’s affections, however, as a young Spanish officer and a bullfighter are also making overtures for her affection. This film was mostly conceived as a vehicle for Magnani’s passionate talents.
Sat 29 June 1-4pm