The annual film series is back and it’s all about magic and witchcraft! This semester, we're focusing on magic and witchcraft to align with our CMRS undergraduate GE course of the same name (MedRen2666). Join us on select Wednesdays for classic films exploring the consequences of living in a world where magic can influence people’s lives. Sometimes comic, sometimes terrifying, sometimes just wildly enchanting; these films ask us to imagine “what if?” and take the resulting answers seriously. All films will be followed by a brief talk and Q+A.
Movies are at 7 pm on Wednesday nights in 180 Hagerty Hall. Pizza and refreshments will be served. These screenings are free and are open to all.
Based on Roald Dahl’s beloved 1988 novel, Matilda (1996) is a whimsical, dark comedy-fantasy directed by Danny DeVito. The film follows Matilda Wormwood (Mara Wilson), an extraordinarily gifted girl with telekinetic powers who is neglected by her superficial parents and terrorized by her tyrannical headmistress, Miss Trunchbull (Pamela Ferris). Matilda uses her sharp intellect and magical abilities to stand up against injustice, triumphing over her circumstances in a satisfying blend of humor, heart and vibrant visual style.
Co-sponsored by the Center of Medieval and Renaissance Studies and the Humanities Institute.
This event is free, open to the public and welcoming to everyone.
The Humanities Institute and its related centers host a wide range of events, from intense discussions of works in progress to cutting-edge presentations from world-known scholars, artists, activists and everything in between.
We value in-person engagement at our events as we strive to amplify the energy in the room. To submit an accommodation request, please send your request to Cody Childs, childs.97@osu.edu
