The New York Film Club

Description
John (James Norton), a 35-year-old window cleaner, has dedicated his life to bringing up his 4-year-old son, Michael, after the child’s mother left them soon after giving birth. When John is given only a few months left to live, he attempts to find a new, perfect family for Michael, determined to shield him from the terrible reality of the situation. Although initially certain of what he is looking for in the perfect family, John gradually abandons his early convictions, overwhelmed by doubts on the decision. How can he judge a family from a brief encounter? And does he know his own child well enough to make this choice for him? As John struggles to find the right answer to his impossible task, he comes to accept the help of a young social worker, opening himself to solutions he would never have considered. And he finally comes to accept his anger at the injustice of his destiny, the need to share the truth with his son, and to follow the child’s instincts on the biggest decision of their lives.

Running Time
1 hrs 32 mins

Logistics
Dario is your host. We will meet at 6.45 pm in the lobby on the left-hand side in front of the concession stand. Seating is not assigned. Check the messages in the group chat the same day for any last-minute announcements and to confirm you are coming. After the movie, we will meet back at the original spot and head to a nearby cafe to discuss it.

Description
From visionary filmmaker Luca Guadagnino, Challengers stars Zendaya as Tashi Duncan, a former tennis prodigy turned coach and a force of nature who makes no apologies for her game on and off the court. Married to a champion on a losing streak (Mike Faist – West Side Story), Tashi’s strategy for her husband’s redemption takes a surprising turn when he must face off against the washed-up Patrick (Josh O’Connor – The Crown) – his former best friend and Tashi’s former boyfriend. As their pasts and presents collide, and tensions run high, Tashi must ask herself, what will it cost to win.

Running Time
2 hrs 11 mins

Logistics
Dario is your host. We will meet at 7 pm in the lobby on the right-hand side by the escalator. Check the messages in the group chat the same day for any last-minute announcements and to confirm you are coming. After the movie, we will meet back at the original spot and head to Europan Cafe to discuss it.