A documentary on the series of televised debates in 1968 between liberal Gore Vidal and conservative William F. Buckley. Post-Film Discussion Leader - Jim Pohl

Madeleine, leaves small suburban to join a nursing home, on the other side of Paris. Charles, a taxi driver, comes to pick her and in no hurry to reach, she asks him to go through places of the capital, which have counted in her life. Post-Film Discussion Leader - Van Gooch

In modern-day Helsinki, two lonely souls in search of love meet by chance in a karaoke bar. However, their path to happiness is beset by obstacles - from lost phone numbers to mistaken addresses, alcoholism, and a charming stray dog. Post-Film Discussion Leader - Deb Trumm

This documentary feature film explores human resilience, the transition from child to adult and one's capacity to turn hardships into an opportunity for self growth. War tragically pushed Asmaa out of her home country, Syria, where her destiny had been written as a wife and mother with only 16 years of age. Despite her complex living situation as a refugee and the community's conservative mindset, Asmaa is determined to raise a conscious generation of successful women. Post-Film Discussion Leader - Mary Pohl

This series enrolls you in the 6 winter films: Jan.5 & 19, Feb. 2 & 16, and Mar. 2 & 16. Foreign movies are typically shown on the 1st Monday of the month and documentaries on the 3rd Monday. Be sure to check each month's film schedule to confirm dates. You may wish to stay after the movie for a discussion of the film led by a member of the film study group. Location: Grand Arbor Theatre January 5 - "The Penguin Lessons" (British) January 19 - "Daughters" February 2 - "Fallen Leaves" (Finnish) February 16 - "Best of Enemies: Buckley vs. Vidal" March 2 - "Driving Madeleine" (French) March 16 - "The Neighborhood Storyteller" Savings of $5 for series: $25 for 6 films