Join the cult of CineVerse on March 21

CineVerse will shine the spotlight on the phenomenon of classic cult movies, focusing on a different cult film or two once a month for the next few months. Up first, on March 21, is a double feature sure to raise a few eyebrows (and tickle a few funnybones): “Reefer Madness” (1936; 67 minutes), directed by Louis J. Gasnier, and "Freaks" (1932; 64 minutes), directed by Tod Browning.

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"7 Days" in 1 night

The calendar may only say March, but next Wednesday will be May Day for CineVerse--better put, it will be "Seven Days in May" (1964; 118 minutes), directed by John Frankenheimer, and chosen by Brian Hansen. Join us for this gripping political thriller on March 14.

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Nothing "Quiet" about this movie classic

Perhaps the granddaddy of all great anit-war movies is “All Quiet on the Western Front” (1930; 136 minutes), directed by Lewis Milestone. CineVerse will explore this 82-year-old epic, chosen by Art Myren, on March 7.

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The Artist took the Oscar...but was it worthy?

"The Artist" won the Academy Award for Best Picture last Sunday. But that doesn't necessarily mean that it was the most deserving of the gold statuette in the court of public opnion. Was one of the other nominees robbed of its proper recognition, in your opinion? Cast your vote in the all-new CineVerse poll, found on the left sidebar of our home page, which asks the question: Which film most deserved to win the 2012 Best Picture Oscar? Cast your vote prior to the end of April.

In case you were curious as to the results of our previous poll, which asked: Who is the greatest movie actor of all time? Here are the top 3 vote-getters:

• Marlon Brando: 20%
• James Stewart: 16%
• Tom Hanks: 12%

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All eyes on "Ides of March"

The Oak Lawn public library will present the following movie free of charge: The Ides of March (2011, R, 101 min) -- Monday, March 5 at 10 a.m. An idealistic staffer for a new presidential candidate gets a crash course on dirty politics during his stint on the campaign trail. Directed by George Clooney. Starring George Clooney, Ryan Gosling, Paul Giamatti and Philip Seymour Hoffman. Learn more by clicking here.

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No, it's not Mrs. Spiderman

A kiss is just a kiss...unless it happens to be a smooch from a poisonous femme fatale.

Make a date February 29 to join CineVerse for “Kiss of the Spider Woman” (1985; 120 minutes) directed by Hector Babenco, chosen by Dan Quenzel.

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New CineVerse March/April schedule posted

Curious to learn what CineVerse will be spotlighting over the next few weeks? The March/April 2012 schedule is now available for viewing and downloading. Click here to check it out.

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One spotless movie

Does your funny bone need a bit of dusting? Make your plans to attend CineVerse on February 22 for the comedy “Sunshine Cleaning” (2008; 91 minutes), directed by Christine Jeffs, chosen by Danealle Kueltzo.

And stick around for later, when we'll also preview the March/April 2012 CineVerse schedule.

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Woody fetes the City of Light

The Oak Lawn public library will present the following movie free of charge: Midnight in Paris (2011, PG-13, 94 min) -- Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Director Woody Allen’s romantic comedy about a family traveling to the French capital for business. The party includes a young engaged couple forced to confront the illusion that a life different from their own is better. Starring Owen Wilson, Rachel McAdams and Kathy Bates. Learn more by clicking here.

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