Event Film and Video Screenings "Dog Day Afternoon" (Warner Bros., 1975 – rated R*)

Director Sidney Lumet balances suspense, violence and humor in Frank Pierson's Oscar-winning adaptation of a true-life bank robbery turned media circus. Al Pacino stars as the engaging Sonny Wortzik, a smart yet self-destructive Brooklyn tough guy whose plan to rob the local bank to pay for his lover's sex change goes awry. Lumet artfully conducts his talented cast (including John Cazale, James Broderick, Charles Durning and Chris Sarandon) through machinations that twist and turn from the political to the personal, and inevitably lead to a downward spiral played out before an audience of millions. The film won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and was nominated for five other Oscars including Best Picture and Best Director. Digital presentation, 125 min. *No one under the age of 17 will be admitted without a parent or guardian.

Programs are free and open to the public, but children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Seating at the screenings is on a first-come, first-served basis unless otherwise noted. Short films may be shown before some features. 

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