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SUMMARY:THE DEAD DON'T HURT
DESCRIPTION:The Dead Don’t Hurt is a Western drama set on the American frontier during the Civil War. The film follows two pioneers who fall in love and try to build a life in a brutal\, lawless world. Their relationship drives the story and gives the film its emotional core. \nAs the war spreads across the country\, its violence and instability reach even the most remote territories. Power shifts quickly\, justice breaks down\, and danger surrounds them. The frontier tests their resolve at every turn. The land itself is unforgiving\, and other people often pose an even greater threat. Survival demands hard choices\, courage\, and sacrifice. \nLove does not protect the couple from loss\, but it gives them purpose. They fight to hold on to each other while facing betrayal\, cruelty\, and grief. Each decision shapes their future. The film emphasizes strength and independence\, especially in the face of systems designed to deny safety and fairness. \nRather than celebrate violence\, The Dead Don’t Hurt confronts its consequences. Conflict leaves lasting scars and forces the characters to grow or break under pressure. Quiet moments of reflection stand alongside sudden danger\, creating a tense and grounded rhythm. \nVisually restrained and emotionally direct\, the film strips the Western of romantic myth. It focuses on human cost instead of conquest. At its heart\, The Dead Don’t Hurt tells a story about endurance. It shows how love survives in a world defined by war\, loss\, and relentless hardship. \nDirector: Viggo Mortensen \nStars: Vicky Krieps\, Viggo Mortensen\, Solly McLeod \nWe are especially grateful to the Sheffield Foundation for sponsoring this screening.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-dead-dont-hurt/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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SUMMARY:THE DEAD DON'T HURT
DESCRIPTION:The Dead Don’t Hurt is a Western drama set on the American frontier during the Civil War. The film follows two pioneers who fall in love and try to build a life in a brutal\, lawless world. Their relationship drives the story and gives the film its emotional core. \nAs the war spreads across the country\, its violence and instability reach even the most remote territories. Power shifts quickly\, justice breaks down\, and danger surrounds them. The frontier tests their resolve at every turn. The land itself is unforgiving\, and other people often pose an even greater threat. Survival demands hard choices\, courage\, and sacrifice. \nLove does not protect the couple from loss\, but it gives them purpose. They fight to hold on to each other while facing betrayal\, cruelty\, and grief. Each decision shapes their future. The film emphasizes strength and independence\, especially in the face of systems designed to deny safety and fairness. \nRather than celebrate violence\, The Dead Don’t Hurt confronts its consequences. Conflict leaves lasting scars and forces the characters to grow or break under pressure. Quiet moments of reflection stand alongside sudden danger\, creating a tense and grounded rhythm. \nVisually restrained and emotionally direct\, the film strips the Western of romantic myth. It focuses on human cost instead of conquest. At its heart\, The Dead Don’t Hurt tells a story about endurance. It shows how love survives in a world defined by war\, loss\, and relentless hardship. \nDirector: Viggo Mortensen \nStars: Vicky Krieps\, Viggo Mortensen\, Solly McLeod \nWe are especially grateful to the Sheffield Foundation for sponsoring this screening.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-dead-dont-hurt-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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SUMMARY:MAKING THE MOVIE: HOME ALONE
DESCRIPTION:Making the Movie: Home Alone – A Docu-story produced by the Winnetka Historical Society\n\nWe apologize for the postponement\, and are excited to now screen this wonderful story on January 10th! \n\nEnjoy a captivating docu-story on the making of the movie “Home Alone” and other films shot on the North Shore created by Winnetkan\, John Newcombe. Hear scintillating stories from family members who lived in the house during the shoot\, view never before seen footage taken by a neighbor\, and hear from local actors and extras on their experiences on set. Play a trivia game and test your knowledge about Home Alone and other fascinating films shot on the North Shore. \n\nJoin us for a Q & A and book signing after the screening with author John Abendshien\, who recently published the memoir “Home But Alone No More” about his experience residing in what became one of American cinema’s most iconic houses during the filming of the classic Christmas movie.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/making-the-movie-home-alone/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Film
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