In the Central Film Club we love films and talking about them. This month we are discussing three acclaimed classic foreign films. The Rules of the Game, The River and The Chess Players are available on streaming and online resources.

The Rules of the Game (1939) is directed by Jean Renoir. It is a satirical French comedy set at the onset of World War II, as a weekend at a Marquis' country château lays bare some ugly truths about a group of haut bourgeois acquaintances.

The River (1951) is also directed by Jean Renoir. It is an American collaboration dramatic romance film shot in Calcutta, India. A fairly faithful dramatization of the 1946 novel of the same name by Rumer Godden, the film narrative follows a teenager's coming of age and first love, with the namesake river as a central theme and backdrop.

The Chess Players (1977) is directed by the acclaimed Indian director, Satyjit Ray. In 1856, two obsessed noblemen ignore everything while playing chess and fail to notice British rule extending into their Indian province.

Please note that this meeting will be held at the Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Branch at 1420 Price Park Rd. 

This is an in-person and Zoom event. We welcome newcomers to discuss the joys of film. Contact Ronald Headen at 336-412-6199 or email for more information, or to receive a Zoom registration link.