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WHAT’S ON: 9–25 JANUARY Celebrate the world of heroic deeds, epic journeys and sacred stories with ‘Myths and Legends’, the Australian Cinémathèque’s major summer cinema program screening from the 9 January until 8 March 2015. A companion to last summer’s popular ‘Fairytales and Fables’ program, ‘Myths and Legends’ explores the powerful relationships between celebrated folklore and modern cinematic storytelling. Don't miss the opening night live music and film event featuring the classic silent film The Passion of Joan of Arc 1928 and the vibrant sounds of post-rock instrumental band hazards of swimming naked. Cinemail readers have the chance to win one of 5 double passes to the opening screening of The Passion of Joan of Arc 1928 or Aliens 1986 this Friday night. Email your full name and film preference to competition@qagoma.qld.gov.au by 12 noon on Thursday 8 January to be in the draw. Only winners will be notified. Now Showing Myths and Legends 9 January – 8 March COMING SOON David Lynch: Between Two Worlds 14 March – 7 June

MYTHS AND LEGENDS 9 January – 8 March 2015 Tickets $9 / Conc. $7 / Members $6 Celebrating the world of heroic deeds, epic journeys and sacred stories, ‘Myths and Legends’ considers these two cinematic genres and the insights they provide into the mysteries and wonders of our existence.

The Passion of Joan of Arc 1928 PG Fri 9 Jan 6.30pm (96 mins) Dir: Carl Theodor Dreyer Guided by celestial visions, Joan of Arc led the French army against the English until her capture. Celebrates as a silent masterpiece The Passion of Joan of Arc depicts her trial for heresy. Special opening night screening presented with an all-new live score by local band hazards of swimming naked. Aliens 1986 M Fri 9 Jan 8.40pm (137 mins) Dir: James Cameron When Ellen Ripley, the lone survivor of an alien attack, returns to the planet where it all happened she is forced to lead battle-hardened marines against the creatures to protect a nine-year-old girl. READ MORE READ MORE Clash of the Titans 1981 PG Sat 10 Jan 1.00pm (118 mins) Dir: Desmond Davis Release the Kraken! Drawn from Greek mythology, the human child of Zeus is tested in his quest to save his love Andromeda. Featuring amazing pre-CGI special effects by animating legend Ray Harryhausen. Monty Python and the Holy Grail 1975 PG Sat 10 Jan 3.30pm (91 mins) Dir: Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones In true Monty Python style, the tale of legendary King Arthur is given an absurdly comical makeover as he and his bumbling knights embark on their quest for the Holy Grail. READ MORE READ MORE

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The Adventures of Robin Hood 1938 PG Sun 11 Jan 1.00pm (102 mins) Dir: Michael Curtiz, William Keighley Swashbuckler Errol Flynn stars as the infamous Sir Robin of Locksley who saves the people from the oppressing Prince John with the help of his band of merry men. The Scarlet Pimpernel 1934 PG Sun 11 Jan 3.00pm (97 mins) Dir: Harold Young Sink me, if this isn't the best adaptation of Baroness Orczy’s witty tale. the French Revolution rages, a devilishly clever English aristocrat rescues his French brethren from Madame Guillotine. READ MORE READ MORE The Fisher King 1991 M Wed 14 Jan 6.00pm (137 mins) Dir: Terry Gilliam A radio shock jock finds redemption when he helps a homeless man rebuild his life; one the DJ had shattered months before through his thoughtless actions. A modern retelling of the Arthurian legend. Fight Club 1999 R18+ Wed 14 Jan 8.30pm (139 mins) Dir: David Fincher A pugilistic scream against rampant capitalism and social emasculation Fight Club descends into the underworld of physical and psychological catharsis through bare-knuckled boxing. READ MORE READ MORE

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O Brother, Where Art Thou? 2000 M Fri 16 Jan 6.00pm (106 mins) Dir: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen Set in the Deep South during the 1930s O Brother follows three escaped convicts as they set out to find treasure in this unique take on Homer's classic tale of The Odyssey. The Seventh Seal 1957 PG Fri 16 Jan 8.15pm (96 mins) Dir: Ingmar Bergman A stunning allegory of man’s search for meaning in life. While the plague ravages Europe, a knight returning from the Crusades attempts to outwit Death by challenging him to a chess match. READ MORE READ MORE Ben-Hur 1959 G Sat 17 Jan 1.00pm (212 mins) Dir: William Wyler MGM’s epic blockbuster stars Charlton Heston as an enslaved Palestinian Jew who battles the Roman Empire at the time of Christ. Winner of 11 Academy Awards. The Golem 1920 G Sun 18 Jan 1.00pm (72 mins) Dir: Paul Wegener, Carl Boese Inspired by the medieval Jewish folktale, a rabbi summons the demon spirit Astaroth to animate a clay giant to protect the Jewish people against persecution by the Romans. Screening presented with live accompaniment by David Bailey on the Gallery’s Wurlitzer Organ. READ MORE READ MORE

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The Dark Crystal 1982 G Sun 18 Jan 3.00pm (93 mins) Dir: Jim Henson, Frank Oz To restore order a brave Gelfing must embark on a dangerous quest to find the lost shard of a magical crystal in this beloved classic by puppeteering duo Frank Oz and Jim Henson. The Maltese Falcon 1941 PG Wed 21 Jan 6.00pm (100 mins) Dir: John Huston Humphrey Bogart stars as Sam Spade; a taciturn private detective who becomes entangled in a dangerous intrigue when he takes a case involving a criminal gang, a femme fatale and a priceless statue. READ MORE READ MORE Casablanca 1942 PG Wed 21 Jan 8.00pm (102 mins) Dir: Michael Curtiz During World War ll cynical nightclub own Rick (Humphrey Bogart) is forced to choose sides when an old flame (Ingrid Bergman) needs his help to save her husband – a resistance leader wanted by the Nazis. The Terminator 1984 M Fri 23 Jan 6.00pm (107 mins) Dir: James Cameron 2029 humanity is at war with the machines. Two soldiers are sent back to 1984 – one a hero, one an assassin – to find Sarah Connor, the unsuspecting mother of the yet-unborn leader of the human resistance. READ MORE READ MORE

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Pulp Fiction 1994 R18+ Fri 23 Jan 8.15pm (154 mins) Dir: Quentin Tarantino What do two hit men, two small time thieves, a boxer and a gangster's wife have in common? Violence and redemption, wickedly combined for an enthralling cult hit. Spartacus 1960 PG Sat 24 Jan 1.00pm (197 mins) Dir: Stanley Kubrick Spartacus, a slave-turned-rebel, leads a rebellion which threatens to topple the Roman Empire. READ MORE READ MORE Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade 1989 PG Sun 25 Jan 1.00pm (127 mins) Dir: Steven Spielberg In this third instalment in the Indiana Jones franchise, Indy must save his father, a Holy Grail scholar, who has been kidnapped by Nazis. Spectacular chase-scenes and explosions ensue! E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial 1982 G Sun 25 Jan 3.30pm (115 mins) Dir: Steven Spielberg Left behind, an extra-terrestrial is discovered by a young boy, who helps the creature escape government agents and return home in this cinema classic. READ MORE READ MORE

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QAGOMA TEENS: E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL 1982 SCREENING Sat 17 Jan, 1.00pm | Free, bookings essential During the summer school holidays, teens aged 13–18 years are invited to a special free screening of the retro classic E.T. the Extra Terrestrial 1982 at GOMA Cinema. For more information on upcoming QAGOMA Teens events, visit the website.

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