This week at Harbor Theater

Sun, 03/24/2024 - 8:45am

Story Location:
185 Townsend Avenue
Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
United States

“Ordinary Angels” - (PG; 1 hour, 56 minutes) - A heartfelt tale inspired by true events, focusing on Sharon (Hilary Swank), a determined but struggling hairdresser in rural Kentucky. When she crosses paths with Ed (Alan Ritchson), a widowed father striving to support his two daughters, including one in need of a life-saving liver transplant, Sharon discovers a newfound purpose. Driven by compassion, she becomes determined to aid the family, demonstrating unwavering resolve in the face of adversity. This inspiring story celebrates the power of faith, the beauty of everyday miracles, and the presence of extraordinary kindness in ordinary people. Wednesday, March 27, 2 p.m. (OCAP); Thursday, March 28, 7 p.m.

“The Taste of Things” - (PG13; 2 hours 25 minutes) - In 1889 France, The Taste of Things invites viewers into the world of Dodin Bouffant (Benoit Magimel), a chef living with his devoted personal cook and lover, Eugénie (Juliette Binoche). Despite their shared passion for gastronomy and a deep history of love, Eugénie hesitates to marry Dodin. Determined to win her over in a unique way, Dodin embarks on a culinary journey he's never undertaken before: cooking for her. This epicurean tale serves up a delectable seven-course love story that tantalizes the senses. Over two decades, Dodin and Eugénie's romance blossoms alongside their remarkable culinary creations, impressing even the most discerning palates. As Dodin faces Eugénie's reluctance to commit, he turns to the kitchen to express his affection in a way that transcends words. Opens Friday, March 29, 7 p.m. and continues Saturday, March 30, 7 p.m.; Sunday, March 31, 2 p.m.; Wednesday, April 3, 2 p.m. (OCAP); and Thursday, April 4, 7 p.m.

Coming soon: “Inundation District” - (NR; 79 minutes) - “Inundation District” is a 2023 feature-length film about the implications of Boston’s decision to ignore the threats posed by climate change and spend billions of dollars on building a new waterfront district — on landfill, at sea level. In a time of rising seas and intensifying storms, one of the world’s wealthiest, most-educated cities made a fateful decision to spend billions of dollars erecting a new district. Unlike other places imperiled by climate change, this neighborhood of glass towers housing some of the world’s largest companies was built well after scientists began warning of the threats, including many at its renowned universities. The city, which already has more high-tide flooding than nearly any other in the United States, called its new quarter the Innovation District. But with seas rising inexorably, and at an accelerating rate, others are calling the neighborhood by a different name: Inundation District.

Members of BRCAT, including staff members of Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences, local town climate action team members from Southport, Boothbay Harbor, Boothbay and Edgecomb, along with town officials (select board members, town managers, code enforcement officers, and emergency managers) have been invited to answer questions and discuss the local implications posed by the issues raised in the film. Filmmaker David Abel will participate via Zoom to answer questions about his film and the research which led to its production. One show only: Tuesday, April 2. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. with food, wine, and time to greet neighbors from the local towns. The film will begin at 6 p.m. and be followed at 7:15 by a Q&A discussion. Tickets for the event are $10 for adults and $8 for members. The box office will open at 5 p.m.

Harbor Theater, at 185 Townsend Ave. in Boothbay Harbor, is open for 2 p.m. matinees on Wednesday (OCAP – Open Caption Screening) and Sunday; shows Thursday through Saturday at 7 p.m. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for members and children under 18. ADA-mandated Audio Descriptive (AD) and Closed Caption (CC) devices are available for the visually and hearing-impaired. Inquire at the concession stand.