By SALINA POST
Movie lovers are in for a treat at the Salina Art Center Cinema, 150 S Santa Fe Avenue this week, with multiple exciting films on the lineup.
The cinema will first offer a free showing of the 1985 adventure-comedy classic The Goonies tonight Thursday, September 12 as part of its “Throwback Thursday” series.
Admission is free and a donation to the Salina Emergency Aid Food Bank is encouraged making it a perfect opportunity for families and fans to relive the beloved tale of a group of kids on a treasure hunt, while also helping a local non-profit.
The Outsiders
Stay for the Late Night Arthouse Retrospective at 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 13 for “The Outsiders” sponsored by Red Fern Booksellers.
About “The Outsiders”
A teen gang in rural Oklahoma, the Greasers are perpetually at odds with the Socials, a rival group. When Greasers Ponyboy (C. Thomas Howell) and Johnny (Ralph Macchio) get into a brawl that ends in the death of a Social member, the boys are forced to go into hiding. Soon Ponyboy and Johnny, along with the intense Dallas (Matt Dillon) and their other Greaser buddies, must contend with the consequences of their violent lives. While some Greasers try to achieve redemption, others meet tragic ends.
Rated PG | 114 min
Good One
Sept. 13- Sept. 18
Following the nostalgic throwback, the cinema will debut Good One, a highly anticipated indie drama, running from September 13 to 18. Directed by India Donaldson, the film delves into the complexities of family dynamics, focusing on the strained relationship between teenage daughter Sam (Lily Collias) and her distant father Chris (James Le Gros).
Set during a camping trip in the Catskills, Good One explores how humor and sarcasm act as barriers between people who should be closest. The film tackles themes of broken relationships and miscommunication, particularly between parents and children. The presence of Chris’ carefree friend Matt (Danny McCarthy) further complicates the father-daughter dynamic, adding tension to an already fragile bond.
With stunning cinematography by Wilson Cameron, Good One uses the expansive wilderness setting to emphasize the emotional isolation of its characters. The performances, particularly Collias’ portrayal of 17-year-old Sam, have been lauded as authentic and deeply affecting. While Sam’s vulnerability and struggles with her identity are central to the story, Chris and Matt are portrayed with nuance, making for a powerful exploration of missed connections and unspoken tensions.
Good One is rated R for profanity. Tickets are available on the Salina Art Center Cinema website.
For more information on both screenings and ticket prices for Good One, visit the Salina Art Center Cinema’s website here.