"Bad Faith" at ISU on Sunday, November 2
FREE Film
Sunday, November 2
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
This Palm Springs Festival winner Explores how Christian nationalism has become the most powerful anti-democratic force in the USA, with an unparalleled ability to destroy democracy from within. Secular and interfaith leaders are joining forces to defend the country from this march to fascism, but until recently, Americans have seemed unaware of the threat. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend.
Sunday, November 2
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
This Palm Springs Festival winner Explores how Christian nationalism has become the most powerful anti-democratic force in the USA, with an unparalleled ability to destroy democracy from within. Secular and interfaith leaders are joining forces to defend the country from this march to fascism, but until recently, Americans have seemed unaware of the threat. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend.
"Heretic" plays Sunday, October 26 at ISU
Sunday, October 26
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Hugh Grant stars in this suspense thriller about two young missionaries who become ensnared in a deadly game of cat and mouse when they knock on the door of Mr. Reed. Trapped in his home, they must turn to their faith if they want to make it out alive. The Boston Globe writes, "Once its premise is established, 'Heretic' becomes a clever series of cat-and-mouse games propelled not by horrible incidents but by dialogue, while the Wall Street Journal adds, it's "not only an expertly engineered work of suspense but also an ingeniously structured colloquy about the most deeply held belief systems." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a valid Bengal ID.
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Hugh Grant stars in this suspense thriller about two young missionaries who become ensnared in a deadly game of cat and mouse when they knock on the door of Mr. Reed. Trapped in his home, they must turn to their faith if they want to make it out alive. The Boston Globe writes, "Once its premise is established, 'Heretic' becomes a clever series of cat-and-mouse games propelled not by horrible incidents but by dialogue, while the Wall Street Journal adds, it's "not only an expertly engineered work of suspense but also an ingeniously structured colloquy about the most deeply held belief systems." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a valid Bengal ID.
"Oh, Hi!" plays Sunday, Oct. 19 at ISU
Sunday, October 19
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
In this acclaimed romantic comedy, Iris is enjoying her first romantic getaway with Isaac, until he tells her he's not interested in a serious relationship. Then things get a little weird as Iris holds him captive in an effort to change his mind. Tribune News calls it "Incisive, insightful and very funny," while RogerEbert.com adds, "The film is full of laugh-out-loud moments, but it thrives in the ways it embodies quiet, shattering devastation." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
In this acclaimed romantic comedy, Iris is enjoying her first romantic getaway with Isaac, until he tells her he's not interested in a serious relationship. Then things get a little weird as Iris holds him captive in an effort to change his mind. Tribune News calls it "Incisive, insightful and very funny," while RogerEbert.com adds, "The film is full of laugh-out-loud moments, but it thrives in the ways it embodies quiet, shattering devastation." Admission is $3 for the public, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
"20 For 20" Series: Film Society Begins 20th Year
On October 12, the Pocatello Film Society will begin their 20th year of showing films at Idaho State University. In this spirit, we plan to show 20 of our favorite films that were shown over the past 20 years.
Already, we have lit up the screen with such revisits of "Selma", "Lincoln", "Green Book", and "Darkest Hour" over the past year or so.
Fall 2025 finds us showing:
2017's "The Greatest Showman" on August 31
2007's "Expiration Date" on October 12.
2019's "Jojo Rabbit" on November 16
2020's "Little Women" on December 14.
"A Faith Under Siege" at ISU Wednesday, July 2 (FREE)
FREE Film Night!!!
Wednesday, July 2
5:00 & 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 2
5:00 & 7:00 p.m.
"Ballad of Wallis Island" at ISU Friday, June 6
Friday, June 6
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
This Sundance Film Festival honoree is an acclaimed indie comedy/drama that follows an eccentric millionaire who pays his favorite musical duo to come to his island to perform a concert. The only problem is the duo has broken up and each don't know the other is coming. Amy Nicholson of the Los Angeles Times writes, "It’s something almost as rare as a revelation: a crowdpleaser I’d recommend to everyone, and I have... and now I’m tipping you off, too." Admission is $3 for the public,$2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
This Sundance Film Festival honoree is an acclaimed indie comedy/drama that follows an eccentric millionaire who pays his favorite musical duo to come to his island to perform a concert. The only problem is the duo has broken up and each don't know the other is coming. Amy Nicholson of the Los Angeles Times writes, "It’s something almost as rare as a revelation: a crowdpleaser I’d recommend to everyone, and I have... and now I’m tipping you off, too." Admission is $3 for the public,$2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
"Black Bag" plays Friday, May 16 at ISU
Friday, May 16
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
George and Kathryn are part of a covert group of government operatives. When his beloved wife, Kathryn, is suspected of betraying the nation, intelligence agent George Woodhouse faces the ultimate test -- loyalty to his marriage or his country. Salon calls it, "Movie-watching at its finest... bound to be as enjoyable on a plane or on that comfy couch as it is in the theater. Just make no mistake: This is the most delightful moviegoing experience you can have this year." Admission is $3 for the public,$2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
George and Kathryn are part of a covert group of government operatives. When his beloved wife, Kathryn, is suspected of betraying the nation, intelligence agent George Woodhouse faces the ultimate test -- loyalty to his marriage or his country. Salon calls it, "Movie-watching at its finest... bound to be as enjoyable on a plane or on that comfy couch as it is in the theater. Just make no mistake: This is the most delightful moviegoing experience you can have this year." Admission is $3 for the public,$2 for ISU staff/faculty and free for ISU students with a Bengal ID.
Vote On Movies For This Fall
We're working on our movie schedule now for Sundays this fall. Here's the link to the playlist of possible movies on YouTube. Any feedback would be appreciated on what you'd like to see as we work out licenses and dates. Watch the list and respond with your votes to our email at pocatellofilmsociety@gmail.com
"The Fall Guy" plays Saturday, Sept. 14 at ISU
"The Fall Guy"
Saturday, Sept. 14 @ 4:00 & 7:00 p.m. (No Friday Show)
After leaving the movie business, battle-scarred stuntman Colt Seavers springs back into action working for a former love interest when the star of a big studio movie suddenly disappears. As the mystery deepens, Colt finds himself ensnared in a sinister plot that pushes him to the edge of a fall more dangerous than any stunt. Admission is free for ISU students, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and $3 for the public.
Saturday, Sept. 14 @ 4:00 & 7:00 p.m. (No Friday Show)
After leaving the movie business, battle-scarred stuntman Colt Seavers springs back into action working for a former love interest when the star of a big studio movie suddenly disappears. As the mystery deepens, Colt finds himself ensnared in a sinister plot that pushes him to the edge of a fall more dangerous than any stunt. Admission is free for ISU students, $2 for ISU staff/faculty and $3 for the public.