GRANTS, N.M. - Part I
Recently, news journalists have notified the public about a ship that’s been at – sea over seven months with one port-call. Negative reports are being received by relatives by the servicepeople: “The tour is too long.” “Morale is suffering.” “Fresh food is in short supply.” “Some toilets aren’t working.” “Unrest is growing.” There may have been a suicide attempt.
You can be sure that the noun “Home” is meaningful to the servicepeople. They miss their HOME. They miss their family. They miss their friends. They miss their pet(s). They miss their routines. They miss HOME!
HOME is a residence, a domicile, a house, a habitat, or headquarters. Why is your HOME important to you? You know. There are many reasons. Servicepeople call HOME wherever they’re sent. But, it’s not their heart- HOME!
This month’s first movie is about the drive, the passion, the goal, the need to be HOME. This need is universal. September 11th’s filmstory is set in another era and features people of long ago. These people valued school, the mind, learning and intelligence. And HOME. As movie viewers, we can empathize with these people who desire to be HOME.
Gather at the NMSU Library, Friday, September 11 at 1 pm to watch this film. At that time, you’ll learn the title. The settings will be different. The costuming will be different. But the emotions…. they’re what we humans always, share.
Part II
The male lead- actor in September 11th’s movie is British. He is known for elegant, nuanced performance in a ride of range of roles. He started his career on stage and gained prominence in films. He now enjoys global popularity. This actor was trained at an Academy of Dramatic Art. He earned three Academy Award nominations. His credits include voice work in animated films. He’s appeared in numerous theater productions. And finally, he made debut as a director 15 years ago. Who is he?
Part III
The lovely, female, lead-actress is French. She is regarded as one of film’s most- respected performers for the intelligence she brings to he varied roles.
Her father was a sculptor and a theater director. Her mother was an actress and a teacher. Our lead- actress completed her general education and then studied at the Conservatoire where she received private instruction. This actress first appeared on stage, in small film roles and on French tv. Her big breakthrough role came from a role written expressly for her in 1985. In 1988, at age 25, she made her first English-language film. She earned international acclaim. She earned an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1996. She showcased her skills as an artist in one movie.
Watch, listen and learn as she acts in the September 11 film at the NMSU Library. Start time is 1pm. We’ll see you there!
Remember – no admission fee!