December Movie Club Movies
Mrs. Brown (1997)
Airs Saturday, December 14th at 9 p.m. • Encore Friday, December 19th at 11 p.m.
Starring:Judi Dench • Billy Connolly • Geoffrey Palmer • Antony Sher
Directed by John Madden, Mrs. Brown is a deeply moving historical drama that explores the complex relationship between Queen Victoria (Judi Dench) and her devoted Scottish servant, John Brown (Billy Connolly). Set in the years following Prince Albert’s death, the film portrays Victoria’s retreat into mourning and Brown’s bold efforts to pull her back into public life. Dench delivers an Oscar-nominated performance as the grieving monarch, while Connolly’s charisma shines as her loyal yet unconventional companion. With its lush period detail and emotionally resonant storytelling, Mrs. Brown offers a poignant look at friendship, duty, and the human need for connection.
Paper Moon (1973)
Airs Saturday, December 21st at 9 p.m. • Encore Friday, December 26th at 11 p.m.
Starring:Ryan O’Neal • Tatum O’Neal • Madeline Kahn • John Hillerman
Paper Moon, directed by Peter Bogdanovich, is a heartwarming and humorous Depression-era road film about an unlikely duo. Con man Moses Pray (Ryan O’Neal) finds himself reluctantly paired with Addie Loggins (Tatum O’Neal), a clever and resourceful orphan who may or may not be his daughter. Together, they embark on a series of small-time cons across the Midwest, forming a bond that is as touching as it is unpredictable. Tatum O’Neal became the youngest actor to win an Oscar for her endearing and spunky performance, and Madeline Kahn provides scene-stealing charm. This timeless classic is a testament to the power of wit, resilience, and family—even in its most unconventional forms.
New in Town (2009)
Airs Saturday, December 28th at 9 p.m. • Encore Friday, January 2nd at 11 p.m.
Starring:Renée Zellweger • Harry Connick Jr. • Siobhan Fallon Hogan • J.K. Simmons
Directed by Jonas Elmer, New in Town is a delightful romantic comedy that blends heart and humor against the backdrop of a snowy small town. Renée Zellweger stars as Lucy Hill, a high-powered Miami executive sent to restructure a factory in rural Minnesota. What begins as a frosty reception thaws into a warm connection with the town and its quirky residents—especially the charming union leader, Ted Mitchell (Harry Connick Jr.). Zellweger’s comedic timing and Connick Jr.’s down-to-earth charm make this a feel-good film about finding love and community in unexpected places.
Join us this December for a trio of unforgettable stories—from regal drama to heartfelt comedy—sure to warm your winter nights!