Rappahannock Film Club Presents . . . "Brief Encounter"

Branch: 
Headquarters
Age Level: 
Teens
Age Level: 
Adults

In this film based on a Noel Coward play, director David Lean explores the thrill and pain of an illicit romance in 1945 Britain. From a chance meeting on a train platform, a middle-aged doctor (Trevor Howard) and a suburban housewife (Celia Johnson) enter into a quiet yet passionate love affair, knowing there's no possibility for a lasting relationship. The two meet every Thursday at a small café at the station to play out their doomed romance. Tuesday, September 7, 7:00-9:00.

Program Description: 

In this film based on a Noel Coward play, director David Lean explores the thrill and pain of an illicit romance in 1945 Britain. From a chance meeting on a train platform, a middle-aged doctor (Trevor Howard) and a suburban housewife (Celia Johnson) enter into a quiet yet passionate love affair, knowing there's no possibility for a lasting relationship. The two meet every Thursday at a small café at the station to play out their doomed romance. Tuesday, September 7, 7:00-9:00.

Full Schedule
Time: 
Tuesday, September 7, 2010 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm