Join the Shrewsbury Public Library for the Friends Foreign Film Festival every Sunday.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Shrewsbury Public Library, a different foreign film will be screened in person at the library each week. No registration required.

Schedule of Events

February 4, 2024

House of Flying Daggers

2004, Mandarin with English subtitles, Rated PG-13

"During the Tang Dynasty, two police deputies break a beautiful member of the rebel group, House of Flying Daggers, out of prison and the adventure begins as they fall under her charms. Academy Award Nomination for Best Cinematography."

February 11, 2024

Faubourg 36

2008, French with English subtitles, Rated PG-13

"When Pigoil's wife leaves with his beloved son, he gambles everything to get him back. As the previous manager of the now closed Chansonia Theatre, he makes a deal with the new owner to give him one month to turn the theater around and make a profit."

No registration required.

February 18, 2024

The Sea Inside

2004, Spanish with English subtitles, Rated PG-13

"The story of a man who was left quadriplegic after a diving accident, and his 28-year fight in support of euthanasia and the right to end his life. Academy Award Winner 2004 Best Foreign Language Film."

Registration is not required.

February 25, 2024

Life is Beautiful

1997, Italian with English subtitles, Rated PG-13

"During World War II, an Italian Jewish man must use his will, imagination and sense of humor to protect his wife and son from the dangers around their concentration camp. Winner of 3 Academy Awards including Best Actor, Best Foreign Film and Best Music."

Registration is not required.

Date: February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2024

Time: 2pm

Location:
Shrewsbury Public Library,
609 Main Street,
Shrewsbury, MA 01545.

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