Reel-to-Real Talk is a Film Forum that uses acclaimed films to promote discussion about universal issues and timely topics. We explore how literary elements (character conflicts, irony, foreshadow, symbol, theme) and cinematic techniques (performance, directing, cinematography, editing, music) enhance the cinematic viewing experience. Post viewing discussions offer social commentary and promote exchanges of relevant theme ideas.

In the 2025 Fall Q2 Term, we will view various acclaimed international films. Our critical evaluations will be based on examining literary elements like screenplays, symbols, irony, and foreshadow, plus exploring cinematic techniques such as musical scoring, acting performance, film editing, and cinematography skills.

In the 2025 Fall Q2 Term, we will view a variety of films that include:

• Visions of Light (October 14, and 16);
• Rebecca (October 21, and 23);
• Brief Encounter (October 28, and 30);
• On the Waterfront (November 4, and 6);
• From Here to Eternity (November 13* [both Tuesday and Thursday Guests]);
• Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (November 18, and 20);
• Bonnie and Clyde (December 2, and 4);
• A River Runs Through It (December 9, and 11); and,
• Close Encounters of the Third Kind (December 16, and 18).

*No Class is held on: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2025. Tuesday class Guests will attend Thursday, November 13, 2025.

No class is held November 24 - 28, 2025 for Thanksgiving Break.