Oscar nominated film, ‘Brooklyn,’ to play at Marion Palace Theatre

brooklynThe film, ‘Brooklyn’ has become a major awards contender vying for Oscar gold in February with several nominations including Best Picture, Best Actress (Saoirse Ronan) and Best Adapted Screenplay (Nick Hornby). Showing for the first time at a theatre in Marion, movie-goers have three opportunities to see this film at the historic Marion Palace Theatre January 22 and January 24, 2016.

With brilliant performances from Saoirse Ronan, Domhnall Gleeson and Emory Cohen, ‘Brooklyn’ tells the profoundly moving story of of Eilis Lacey (Ronan), a young Irish immigrant navigating her way through 1950s Brooklyn. Lured by the promise of America, Eilis departs Ireland and the comfort of her mother’s home for the shores of New York City. The initial shackles of homesickness quickly diminish as a fresh romance sweeps Eilis into the intoxicating charm of love. But soon, her new vivacity is disrupted by her past, and Eilis must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within. ~Fox Searchlight Pictures

‘Brooklyn’ is rated PG-13 for a scene of sexuality and brief strong language. Run time 111 minutes.

Show times for ‘Brooklyn’ are:

  • Friday, January 22 at 7:30pm
  • Sunday, January 24 at 2pm and 7:30pm

Concessions are available including candy bars for $1 each and 20 oz. Pepsi products, popcorn and boxed theatre candy for $2 each.

Admission prices are $4 for all ages and $2 for current PCAA members presenting a valid membership card. For more information call the Marion Palace Theatre Box Office at 740-383-2101 or visit www.marionpalace.org.

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