Greetings City Lights Fans,

Hey folks. How are things going for you? We're still here, looking for answers like the rest of you -- when I know any, like when we can expect to open, you'll be the first to know. Meantime, we're still playing around with our virtual cinemas. Most folks have been using Vimeo and other platforms without issue--but it can be a hill to climb depending on your individual technology. I recommend checking out this FAQ from my alma mater, Pickford Film Center, for more info. The cool thing about these films and links: they help support us. When we know when we are able to reopen, we'll restore membership and gift pass options. We appreciate those who have reached out to ask--and we're anxious to get the boys back together and make magic happen in Florence.

Since we've been quiet for a couple of weeks, we're bringing two new films for your viewing pleasure. As a book and bookstore lover (and a big reason I've been on the board of the Siuslaw Public Library District), the new documentary The Booksellers is a portrait of those men and women who devote their lives to the pursuit of the first editions, arcane ephemera, and the most wondrous books in the world. As the digital age dawned and books became endangered, their stories take on an even greater import. Recommended. Click here for a $9.99, three day rental. See below for a trailer.

We're also bringing an exceptional drama (with some well-earned comedic touches) to our virtual screening room: Saint Frances. This title has been a substantial hit in the virtual box office world -- and it is easy to see why. Written by the lead actress, Kelly O'Sullivan, it's a knowing and wry look at a character who hasn't quite figured out her life -- she's in her mid-30's and about to embark on a new career--as the caregiver for 6 year-old. A nanny. But this remarkable 6 year-old will teach Bridget a few things. Cutest kid actor I've seen in a long time. "It's truly refreshing to watch a film where nobody has anything figured out, where life proceeds messily and imperfectly. "Saint Frances" is unpredictable in a very human way." RogerEbert.com. Click here for a $12, three day rental. See below for a trailer. 

It's not as much fun as a trip to the theatre with popcorn and nutritional yeast (or whatever your flavor might be) but we're grateful to our distributor partners who are splitting these film rentals with us. Have a great week, and still hope to see you soon. 

Michael

PS. We'll be back next week with a film partly shot in Florence and one of the best documentaries I've seen this year!