I noted earlier this month that Marcus' Westgate Theatre showed Pirates of the Caribbean 3 with Spanish subtitles and Spider-Man 3 dubbed in Spanish and with English subtitles. Channel 3000 reports that the theatre chain "will begin showing movies in Spanish at theaters in southeastern Wisconsin, according to company officials." While I don't know for certain, I would imagine that this move was made, not only to appeal to the growing Latino population here in Madison, but also as a bit of counter-programming against Sundance 608. The shiny new art house not only gave Westgate competition for films, but it also moved in just down the road. Westgate must have felt pressure and seems to be adjusting.
Well, tomorrow they will delve into an area that Sundance has, so far, been unwilling to go – revivals. To that end, a Looney Toons Festival begins tomorrow. Quite frankly, it appeals to me more blatantly than anything that will be at Sundance next week. (Though I do want to catch No End in Sight and Gypsy Caravan looks to be interesting.) I suspect that seeing "What's Opera Doc?" on the big screen where it was meant to be seen would be a joy beyond words. Thankfully, Sicko will no longer be at Sundance but Waitress shall remain. Hasn't it been playing there since the theatre opened back in May?
Moving towards campus, the UW Cinematheque has announced its fall season. The legendary Japanese director Kenji Mizoguchi will be featured along with post-1968 films by Jean-Luc Godard. Hail Mary, a favorite of mine, will be among them. Also look for a 6-film jaunt through the history of Russian science fiction cinema.
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