It is not presumptuous to suggest that the most enjoyable movies owe that distinction to the directors Their complicated role includes setting the creative vision and tone of the movie, casting key roles, planning and executing the shooting of the movie, and shaping the final film with editors, screenwriters, cinematographers, and choreographers. This study group will focus on one director who had great impact and vision, but whose creative life was ended prematurely: Rob Reiner. We will view movies not shown previously in this study group: This is Spinal Tap (1984); Stand By Me (1986); The Princess Bride (1987); and The American President (1995). These movies are examples of the breadth of his talent and ability to create an atmosphere where actors behave, not "perform;" where he expands his directorial scope to include mockumentary, romantic comedy, and the absurd. We will watch each week's movie in advance of the class. Participants must obtain the movies on their own, which can usually be found through streaming services or from the public library. Each movie is presented by one class member who has volunteered to lead the discussion in a way that encourages fulsome engagement by all class attendees.
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