DECEMBERDAILY FILM PROGRAM

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Dates, times, and films are subject to change. For updated information, visit michtheater.org.

OPENS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 AT THE STATE!

THE DISASTER ARTIST A decade after the initial release of writer-director-star Tommy Wiseau’s now cult-classic THE ROOM, co-star Greg Sestero published his account of the making of the film. Director-star JAMES FRANCO and his brother DAVE FRANCO have adapted Sestero’s book, bringing the hilarious and perplexing tale to the big screen. Drama/Comedy. 105 min. R.

THE SHAPE OF WATER WONDER WHEELSTAR WARS: THE LAST JEDITHE SQUAREHUMAN FLOW

OPENS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 AT THE STATE!

THE SQUARE WINNER OF THE 2017 PALME D’OR AT THE CANNES FILM FESTIVAL. Christian (CLAES BANG) is the respected curator of a contemporary art museum whose next installation, “The Square,” invites passersby to altruism. The museum’s unexpected PR campaign for “The Square” sends Christian, as well as the museum, into an existential crisis. Also stars DOMINIC WEST and ELISABETH MOSS. Comedy/Drama. 142 min. R.

PLAYS DECEMBER 8-13 AT THE STATE!

DESTINED OFFICIAL CINETOPIA 2017 SELECTION! Telling the parallel stories of RaSheed, a rising star in the architectural community, and Sheed, a neighborhood drug dealer (both played by CORY HARDRICT), DESTINED explores how even the smallest incident can manifest into a life changing event. Written and directed by Ann Arbor native QASIM BASIR and starring HILL HARPER, JESSE METCALFE, and JASON DOHRING. Drama. 93 min. NR.

OPENS THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14 AT THE STATE!

STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI Episode VIII of the Star Wars saga finds Rey (DAISY RIDLEY) developing her newly discovered abilities with the guidance of Luke Skywalker (MARK HAMILL), who is unsettled by the strength of her powers. Meanwhile, the Resistance prepares to do battle with the First Order. Also starring CARRIE FISHER, JOHN BOYEGA, and ADAM DRIVER. Science Fiction. 150 min. NR.

OPENS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15 AT THE MICHIGAN!

WONDER WHEEL WOODY ALLEN’s latest follows four peoples’ lives as they intertwine amid the hustle and bustle of the Coney Island amusement park in the 1950s. Starring KATE WINSLET, JIM BELUSHI, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE, and JUNO TEMPLE. Drama. 101 min. PG-13.

Special thanks this month to

YEAR END GIFTS NEEDED!As 2017 draws to a close, the Michigan Theater staff

sends out a big THANK YOU to our members and patrons for your support this year, both to the State & Michigan Project campaign and to general operational

support. We are so grateful!

Private gifts make up almost 40% of our budget and help keep the Michigan Theater glowing and shining

like the gem that it is, and now they will help maintain the State too. Your impact is felt by over 300,000

attendees each year.

Please consider making a Year-End Gift today. You can donate by phone at (734) 668-8397 ext. 24, by mail

or online at michtheater.org/membership-support

THANK YOU & HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

DATES AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

OPENS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22 AT THE STATE!

THE SHAPE OF WATER GUILLERMO DEL TORO’S other-worldly fairy tale, set against the backdrop of Cold War era America circa 1962, follows lonely Elisa (SALLY HAWKINS) to the hidden high-security government laboratory where she works. Elisa’s life is changed forever when she and co-worker Zelda (OCTAVIA SPENCER) discover a secret classified experiment. Also starring MICHAEL SHANNON, RICHARD JENKINS, MICHAEL STUHLBARG and DOUG JONES. Adventure/Fantasy. 119 min. R.

“It’s funny throughout—not to say that it inspires many laughs, but it’s full of irony and

absurdity and is very smart.”

—Mick LaSalle, San Franciso Chronicle

“One of those movies that seems to imprint its gushing love affair with other movies-with the flickering euphoria of classic cinema-onto every image.”

—A.A. Dowd, AV Club

“Pure Genius. A tribute to those who dream so big and fail so spectacularly that they actually triumph.”

—New York Magazine

OPENS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 AT THE MICHIGAN!

NOVITIATE NOVITIATE is about a young girl’s first initiation with love, in this case with God. As she progresses from the postulant to the novitiate stage of training, she finds her faith repeatedly confronted and challenged by the harsh, often inhumane realities of being a servant of God. Starring MELISSA LEO, MARGARET QUALLEY, and DENIS O’HARE. Drama. 123 min. R.

OPENS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 AT THE STATE!

HUMAN FLOW More than 65 million people around the world have been forced from their homes to escape famine, climate change, and war; the greatest displacement since World War II. Internationally renowned artist and filmmaker AI WEIWEI examines the staggering scale of the global refugee crisis and its profoundly personal human impact. Documentary. 140 min. NR.

OPENS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22 AT THE MICHIGAN!

DARKEST HOUR During World War II, the fate of Western Europe hangs on the leadership of the newly-appointed British Prime Minister Winston Churchill (GARY OLDMAN). While maneuvering his political rivals, he must confront the ultimate choice: negotiate with Hitler and save the British people at a terrible cost or rally the nation and fight on against incredible odds. Directed by JOE WRIGHT. Biography/Drama. 125 min. PG-13.

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LET IT GO AND BELT IT OUT AT SING-ALONG FROZEN ON DECEMBER 3

OUR HOLIDAY CLASSIC FILM SERIES CONTINUES WITH MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET ON DECEMBER 3

THE STATE THEATRE OPENS DECEMBER 8DETAILS INSIDE!

1Special ticket prices apply2To purchase tickets visit UMS.org3 Tickets available for purchase at ticketmaster.com4To purchase tickets visit a2so.com5To RSVP visit riseoftherest.com

LIVE EVENTS

Dates, times, and films are subject to change. For updated information, visit michtheater.org.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 7:30 PMSun and Snow Sports presentsWARREN MILLER’S LINE OF DESCENT3

For 68 years, ski families have cheered on the official kickoff to winter with the ski film company that started it all, and this year is no different.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 18 FREE! 7:30 PMPresented in partnership with DPTV VICTORIA: SEASON 2 PREMIERE The dazzling series returns for a second season on MASTERPIECE, beginning January 14, 2018 on Detroit Public TV/PBS. See the first hour of Victoria Season 2 before it premieres. This free preview screening has limited ticket availability. Visit michtheater.org/victoria for more information.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 25 10:30 AMTemple Beth Emeth presents HOOK1

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 7:30 PMGROOVE PRESENTS: DRUMPALOOZA3

This entertainment group performs using traditional and non-traditional instruments to blend comedy, energy, personality and choreography into performances on stage and on the street. Holiday Classic Film Series

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7 FREE! 5:10 PMUM School of Art & Design Penny W. Stamps Lecture Series presentsBUSTER SIMPSONSATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 6:30 PMThe Academy of Russian Classical Ballet presentsTHE NUTCRACKER3

Join Clara on her magical journey through the enchanting Land of Snow to the Kingdom of the Sweets.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12 8:00 PMLive Nation presentsTODD RUNDGREN3

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13 SOLD OUT! 7:30 PMLive Nation presentsJOE BIDEN3

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14 8:00 PMLive Nation presentsHOME FREE: A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS3

Sponsored by

SING-ALONGFROZENSUN., DEC. 3

3:00 PMLet it Go and sing along with the two-time Oscar winning Disney favorite! When the

newly crowned Queen Elsa accidentally uses her power to turn things into ice to curse her home in infinite winter, her sister, Anna, teams up with a mountain man, his playful reindeer,

and a snowman to change the weather condition. Costumes are encouraged.

Suitable for all ages.

THE BIG LEBOWSKI (1998) HAROLD AND MAUDE (1971)

ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (1975)

PLAYING THROUGHOUT OPENING WEEK!THE FLEET’S IN

SABOTEURYANKEE DOODLE DANDYWOMAN OF THE YEAR

DECEMBER 3 • 6:00 PMMIRACLE ON 34TH STREET (1947)

CULT CLASSICS AFTER DARK

LATE NIGHTS AT THE STATE

PRESENTED BY

FREE ADMISSION! SUNDAYS IN DECEMBER

DECEMBER 17 • 1:30 PMIT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE (1946) SPONSORED BY DOMINO’S FARMS OFFICE PARK

DECEMBER 10 • 1:30 PMHOME ALONE (1990) SPONSORED BY EMERSON SCHOOL

OPENS DECEMBER 8 AT THE STATE

THE DISASTER ARTIST

OPENS DECEMBER 22 AT THE MICHIGAN

DARKEST HOUR

1942 FILM SERIES

STATE THEATRE GRAND

RE-OPENINGDECEMBER 8

PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS

• FOUR NEW SCREENS

• NO-STRESS RESERVED SEATING

• COMFORTABLE AND ROOMY SEATS

• EXPANDED CONCESSIONS WITH A FULL BAR AND GOURMET SNACKS

BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE! VISIT STATETHEATREA2.ORG

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 10:00 PMTHE ROOMA cult-classic late night at the Michigan Theater.SPONSORED BY THE ANN ARBOR COMEDY SHOWCASE.