At A Glance: Charles Darwin’s struggle between his love of science and his love for his religious wife Emma, who was worried that his discoveries would undermine her religious faith.
“A deeply human film with moments of genuine lightness and high spirits to go with all the deep thinking” - Hollywood Reporter
“The cinematography is artful, from vibrant overlays of microscopic organisms and swarming animals, to disturbing depictions of Darwins’ desolation.” -- Adam Christie, Premiere.com
“CREATION’s Darwin is someone audiences will want to see not only survive, but thrive.” -- Kimberly Roots, Scienceandreligiontoday.com
A psychological, heart-wrenching love story starring Paul Bettany as Charles Darwin, the film is based on “Annie’s Box,” a biography penned by Darwin’s great-great-grandson Randal Keynes using personal letters and diaries of the Darwin family.
Creation is the powerful and true-life tale of the world-renowned scientist and dedicated family man struggling to accept his daughter’s death. Darwin (Paul Bettany) is torn between his love for his deeply religious wife (Jennifer Connelly) and his own growing belief in a world where God has no place. He finds himself caught in a battle between faith and reason, love and truth. This is the extraordinary story of how his masterwork, The Origin of Species, came to light. It tells of a global revolution played out in the confines of a small English village; a passionate marriage torn apart by the most provocative idea in history—evolution; and a theory saved from extinction by the logic of a child.
At A Glance: In a small pre-WWI German village, a number of unexplained accidents beset the schoolchildren and their parents. Though they at first appear coincidental, it begins to seem that they are, in fact, not accidents at all.
Don't let anyone tell you too much about this spellbinder from Austrian writer-director Michael Haneke. -- Peter Travers, ROLLING STONE
This is among the most luminous and painterly of black-and-white films, but what's portrayed will shock or numb you. -- TIME Magazine
Over 25 International Film Nominations and Awards including:
German Film Critics Awards - Best Film Winner
2010 Academy Awards – Nominated for Best Foreign Language Film and Best Achievement in Cinematography
2009 Cannes Film Festival – Palme D’Or Award Winner
Golden Globes – Best Foreign Language Film Award Winner
The setting of The White Ribbon is a village in Protestant northern Germany from 1913 to 1914, on the eve of World War I. The story revolves around the children and teenagers of a choir run by the village schoolteacher, and their families: the baron, the steward, the pastor, the doctor, the midwife, the tenant farmers—a cross-section of the entire community. Strange accidents and misfortunes befall the citizens of Eichwald, gradually taking on the character of a punishment ritual. But who is behind it all? Winner of three awards at the 2009 Cannes Film Festival, including the prestigious Palme d'Or, this provocative and haunting film from writer-director Michael Haneke (Funny Games, Caché, The Piano Teacher) is stunningly photographed in black and white.
Cast: Susanne Lothar, Ulrich Tukur, Theo Trebs, Michael Schenk
Rated R for some disturbing content involving violence and sexuality/2009/2:24/drama
German with English subtitles
Trivia: Digital cinematography allowed for extensive retouching in order to remove modern details from the images, as well as sharpen objects and facial expressions. All scenes were originally shot in color and then altered to black and white in post-production.
SPECIAL EVENTS
BUBBLES AND BAUBLES
A Tampa Theatre Member's-Only Reception Thursday, April 1, 2010 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Donatello Restaurant
232 North Dale Mabry, just north of Kennedy
Donatello Restaurant, a four star restaurant specializing in fine, authentic, Italian cuisine, invites Tampa Theatre members to enjoy complimentary appetizers and two glasses of Prosecco in a private dining room at the restaurant.
The Gold and Diamond Source has one of the area's largest selections of fine diamond solitaires, tennis bracelets and diamond earrings and will be providing this lovely 14KT yellow gold mesh necklace with cabochon amythyst and dangle briolette cut citrine drops for one very lucky raffle prize winner.
Retail Value: $675.00
Attendance is limited to the first 100 Tampa Theatre members to respond. Membership must be current and you must R.S.V.P. and present your membership card at the door. Due to space limitations, we are unable to accommodate guests. Please R.S.V.P. with your complete member name to Kelly@tampatheatre.org by Friday, March 26th to reserve your space at this exclusive event.
SUNSET CINEMA FREE MOVIE
WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE
Date: Saturday, March 27th at Al Lopez Park
Time: Cinema Snacks Tents open at 5:45, movie starts at 7:45
Cost: Free
Tampa Theatre is tickled to announce that the next film in our ongoing Sunset Cinema Traveling Outdoor Picture Show is Where The Wild Things Are.
Mark your calendar now for this free event that's fun for the whole family.
Embracing and exploring progressive rock inspirations while always keeping an ear out for newer musical connections, Porcupine Tree has created many noteworthy albums and songs, continuing full strength into the new millennium. Comprised of singer/guitarist Steven Wilson and a revolving backup, Porcupine Tree has mined the electronic/experimental/ambient rock territory through 10 albums over two decades. The band's influences include early genre-hopping experimental bands like Tangerine Dream and Can, as well as contemporary artists Nine Inch Nails, Mastadon, Squarepusher and Aphex Twin. The band is noted for its multimedia approach, with live performances including screens displaying a different film projection to each song. Catch these highly innovative and unique performers, live in concert and only at Tampa Theatre. http://porcupinetree.com
HOW TO ORDER TICKETS
1. In person at the Tampa Theatre box office, Monday - Friday from 10am to 5pm, excluding holidays. You may call the box office at 813-274-8286 during these hours FOR INFORMATION ONLY
PORCUPINE TREE MUSIC VIDEO: FEAR OF A BLANK PLANET
BALCONY-TO-BACKSTAGE TOURS
BALCONY-TO-BACKSTAGE PUBLIC TOUR DATES
Tuesday, March 30th at 11:30am
Saturday, April 3rd at 11:30am
Tuesday, April 6th at 11:30am
Tuesday, May 11th at 11:30am
Saturday, May 15th at 11:30am
Tuesday, June 8th at 11:30am
Saturday, June 12th at 11:30am
Saturday, August 14th at 11:30am
Tuesday, August 24th at 11:30am
Admission benefits Tampa Theatre's continuing restoration and operations. $5 for patrons 13 and up, $2 for children 2-12 years, children under 2 and all Tampa Theatre Members receive free admission.
The tours last approximately 1.5 hours.
Join us for an entertaining balcony-to-backstage tour of Tampa Theatre, where art, mythology, and history are interwoven through one of America's best-preserved examples of grand movie palace architecture. Built in 1926, the lavishly ornate Theatre is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and is a Tampa City Landmark.
Reservations are not required for individuals or small groups. However, for groups over 10, reservations are requested but not required. Call (813) 274-8286 or email gargoyles@tampatheatre.org with the details of your group.
CURRENT AND UPCOMING EVENTS 
SUNSET CINEMA FREE MOVIE
PORCUPINE TREE