Emotional Arithmetic

Showtimes

Saturday March 1st
7:05PM - Empire Capitol 7
Guests: Paolo Barzman, Arthur Tarnowski

Sunday March 2nd
3:35PM - Empire Capitol 7
Guests: Paolo Barzman, Arthur Tarnowski


Synopsis

Paolo Barzman directs a superb cast in this emotionally resonant, beautifully made adaptation of Governor-General’s Award-winning author Matt Cohen’s novel. During World War II, Jakob, Melanie, and Christopher met at a Nazi detention camp; a place where having your name on the wrong list was literally the difference between life and death. 35 years later, a remarkable reunion is about to take place — and nothing will ever be the same for any of them. The brilliant cast includes Susan Sarandon (Dead Man Walking), Gabriel Byrne (The Usual Suspects), Roy Dupuis (The Rocket), and acting titans Christopher Plummer (The Insider) and Max von Sydow (Pele The Conquerer).

-Elan Mastai

Director: Paolo Barzman

Screenplay: Jefferson Lewis

Producers: Anna Stratton, Susan Girard

Principle Cast: Susan Surandon, Christopher Plummer, Gabriel Byrne, Roy Dupuis, Max von Sydow, Dakota Goyo

Language: English

Running Time: 99 Minutes

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