Mary Riepma Ross Film Theater
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Hixson-Lied College of Fine & Performing Arts

September 03, Friday

ADMISSION:
Evening
$9.00 Adults
$6.50 Students
$6.50 Children
$7.00 Military
$7.00 Seniors
$6.00 Members

Matinee
$7.00 Adults
$6.00 Students
$6.00 Children
$6.00 Military
$6.50 Seniors
$5.50 Members

Children are 12 and under, Seniors are 60 and older

Students and Military must show a valid ID to receive discount

We accept cash, check, NCard, Visa, and Mastercard

Box Office Opens 30 Minutes Before Showtimes


RATINGS:
Many of the films shown at The Ross are not rated due to the prohibitive cost of acquiring a rating from the Motion Picture Association of America. Consequently, as many of these films contain graphic content, viewer discretion is advised.

LOCATION:
313 N. 13 STREET
LINCOLN, NEBRASKA


FEATURED SPONSOR:



The Nebraska Arts Council, a state agency, has supported the programs of this organization through its matching grants program funded by the Nebraska Legislature, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Nebraska Cultural Endowment. Visit www.nebraskaartscouncil.org for information on how the Nebraska Arts Council can assist your organization, or how you can support the Nebraska Cultural Endowment.
GET LOW
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GET LOW
Fri, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 9
Directed By: Aaron Schneider
Runtime: 1 hour, 42 minutes
MPAA Rating: PG-13 for some thematic material and brief violent content
Country: USA
Distributor: Sony Pictures Classics
Release Date: July 30, 2010
With: Robert Duvall, Sissy Spacek, Bill Murray, Lucas Black, Bill Cobbs

Showtimes
9/03 Fri 7:15, 9:25 p.m.
9/04 Sat 12:45, 2:55, 5:05, 7:15, 9:25 p.m.
9/05 Sun 12:45, 2:55, 5:05, 7:15 p.m.
9/06 Mon 5:05, 7:15 p.m.
9/07 Tue 5:05, 7:15 p.m.
9/08 Wed 5:05, 7:15 p.m.
9/09 Thu 5:05, 7:15, 9:25 p.m.
Synopsis
For years, townsfolk have been terrified of the backwoods recluse known as Felix Bush (Robert Duvall). People say he’s done all manner of unspeakable things -- that he’s killed in cold blood; that he’s in league with the Devil; that he has strange powers -- and they avoid him like the plague. Then, ...
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EXIT THROUGH THE GIFT SHOP
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EXIT THROUGH THE GIFT SHOP
Fri, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 9
Directed By: Banksy
Runtime: 1 hour, 27 minutes
MPAA Rating: R for some language
Country: USA
Distributor: Producers Distribution Agency
Release Date: April 15, 2010
With: Banksy, Shepard Fairey, Thierry Guetta, Rhys Ifans, Space Invader, Joshua Levine

Showtimes
9/03 Fri 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 p.m.
9/04 Sat 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 p.m.
9/05 Sun 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00 p.m.
9/06 Mon 5:00, 7:00 p.m.
9/07 Tue 5:00, 7:00 p.m.
9/08 Wed 5:00, 7:00 p.m.
9/09 Thu 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 p.m.
Synopsis
“The widespread speculation that EXIT THROUGH THE GIFT SHOP is a hoax only adds to its fascination.”—Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

“A documentary on the art world may strike you as a yawn. No worries. You'll be laughing helplessly at this one.”—Peter Travers, Rolling Stone

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SPECIAL EVENTS
100 BIRTHDAY GREETINGS FOR MARY RIEPMA ROSS

Summer 2010

In 1993 Mary Riepma Ross made a generous $3,600,000 gift to the University of Nebraska Foundation to support the construction of the Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center. Mrs. Ross, an alumna of UNL and movie lover, was on hand for the 2002 dedication of The Ross and continues to support the activities of The Ross even today.

On October 1, 2010, Mrs. Ross will turn 100 years old.

To help Mrs. Ross celebrate this milestone in her life, we would like to surprise her with birthday wishes on behalf of the many friends and supporters who enjoy the wonderful films shown at the Ross. Our goal is to present her with 100 birthday greetings, and we invite you to join us in that effort.

Please write a note to Mrs. Ross expressing the impact that The Ross has had on you personally, on the University of Nebraska, and on the community.

When writing your letter, please adhere to these parameters:
8 ˝ X 11 sheet - One page only - Legible
Please call the Ross office at 472-9100 if you have questions.

Deadline September 15, 2010

Please Return your letter to:
Danny Ladely, MRRMAC
PO Box 880253, Lincoln, NE 68588-0253
or email your letter as an attachment to dladely1@unl.edu
SWIMMING IN NEBRASKA BY JON JOST

Thursday, September 16 - 7:00 p.m.

Nebraska Premiere - Admission Free

FEATURING Marjorie Mikasen, William Wehrbein, Mark Griep, and the choir of the Eastridge Presbyterian Church in Lincoln, Nebraska

Preceded by a reception open only to members of The Friends of The Ross and their guests beginning at 5:30 p.m.

An essay-documentary of what one might suppose most would call an experimental kind. It is meant as an oblique critique of the kind of provincialism in which New Yorkers or Parisians or Angelinos say things like, "Nebraska, there's nothing there." This film is a celebration of the provincialism where there's "nothing." A rich tapestry of color, ideas, and a kind of spirituality. An electronic essay.

“Swimming in Nebraska was made during a residency with the University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Many people asked me why I would go there, to a place which most Americans - especially those who imagine themselves cultured and sophisticated - think there is "nothing." I meant to make a kind of critique of that way of thinking, though it seems when it was finished it became something else - less a critique, and more a celebration of people, ideas, a place, and this world, where ever one is. Perhaps it is a prayer for someone like me, a prayer-less person.”—Jon Jost

SWIMMING IN NEBRASKA - 74 minutes

Credits: Jon Jost, Producer, conception, cinematography, editing, computer graphics, music; additional help in editing and other things, Marcella Di Palo Jost
Shot in DV; final presentation form DV (PAL).
Country of production: USA, S Korea
Fests shown: Jeonju, S Korea, May 2010

SPECIAL EVENTS COMING SOON
STUDENT APPRECIATION NIGHT
Thursday, September 9 - All Screenings

NT LIVE: PHEDRE (ENCORE SCREENING)
Thursday, September 23 - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 26 - 3:00 p.m.

MOVIE TALK: BEETLE QUEEN CONQUERS TOKYO
WITH BRET RATCLIFFE

Sunday, September 26 at 2:40 p.m.
following the 1:00 p.m. screening of BEETLE QUEEN CONQUERS TOKYO.

TIE 2010
September 29 & 30 - 7:00 p.m.

THE MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
Friday, October 1 - 5:00 & 7:30 p.m.

THE ALLOY ORCHESTRA ACCOMPANYING METROPOLIS
Saturday, October 2 - 7:30 p.m.

MET HD LIVE: DAS RHEINGOLD
LIVE: Saturday, October 9 - Noon
ENCORE: Sunday, October 10 - 1:00 p.m.

DISCOUNTED TICKETS FOR UNL STUDENTS
FOR MET HD LIVE & NT LIVE

2010-2011 Seasons

THE METROPOLITAN OPERA LIVE IN HD 2010-11 SEASON
October 2010 - May 2011

NT LIVE: LONDON NATIONAL THEATRE 2010-11 SEASON
September 2010 - July 2011

MATINEE PRICED EVENINGS
Tuesdays & Wednesdays