Me and Orson Welles (2009)

Monday, July 5, 2010 · 8pm

Farthing Auditorium[ Map ]

Boone, North Carolina

Directed by Richard Linklater
Rated PG-13
Running time: 114 mins.

In this coming-of-age film set in 1937, aspiring thespian Richard Samuels stumbles upon the Mercury Theatre on a day trip to NYC, and meets Orson Welles who is impressed with Richard's impromptu audition. During his whirlwind experience, Richard finds romance; becomes immersed in a creative process few are afforded; and learns a few lessons about crossing swords with the imperious and brilliant Welles.

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