May Movie Club: A Month of Music, Heroes, and High-Stakes Drama
Get ready for a May filled with unforgettable music, iconic heroes, and thrilling escapes! This month’s Movie Club lineup spans beloved musicals, classic Westerns, and gripping dramas. Mark your calendars and settle in for a cinematic journey you won’t want to miss.
Fiddler on the Roof (1971)
Airs Saturday, May 3rd at 9 p.m. • Encore Friday, May 9th at 11 p.m.
Starring: Topol • Norma Crane • Leonard Frey • Molly Picon
Celebrate tradition, family, and faith with this Oscar-winning adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical. Fiddler on the Roof follows Tevye, a humble milkman in a small Russian village, as he navigates the challenges of maintaining his Jewish traditions amid sweeping societal change. Featuring unforgettable songs like “If I Were a Rich Man” and “Sunrise, Sunset,” this timeless tale is heartfelt, humorous, and deeply moving.
🎬 Fun Fact: Topol, who plays Tevye, performed the role over 3,500 times on stage before and after filming the movie!
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La La Land (2016)
Airs Saturday, May 10th at 9 p.m. • Encore Friday, May 16th at 11 p.m.
Starring: Ryan Gosling • Emma Stone • John Legend • J.K. Simmons
A dazzling modern musical that swept audiences off their feet, La La Land tells the story of an aspiring actress and a dedicated jazz musician who fall in love while pursuing their dreams in Los Angeles. Bursting with stunning visuals, irresistible songs, and heartfelt performances, this film is a love letter to the magic of cinema—and the bittersweet realities of chasing your passion.
🎬 Fun Fact:La La Land won a record-breaking 7 Golden Globe Awards, including Best Picture – Musical or Comedy!
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The Magnificent Seven (1960)
Airs Saturday, May 17th at 9 p.m. • Encore Friday, May 23rd at 11 p.m.
Starring: Yul Brynner • Steve McQueen • Charles Bronson • Robert Vaughn • James Coburn
Saddle up for one of the greatest Westerns of all time! The Magnificent Seven follows a group of seven gunslingers hired to protect a small Mexican village from ruthless bandits. With an unforgettable cast and Elmer Bernstein’s legendary score, this action-packed adventure is a thrilling reimagining of Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai.
🎬 Fun Fact: Steve McQueen famously tried to steal every scene from Yul Brynner by constantly fidgeting and adjusting his hat in the background!
Escape from Alcatraz (1979)
Airs Saturday, May 24th at 9 p.m.
Starring: Clint Eastwood • Patrick McGoohan • Roberts Blossom • Fred Ward
Based on the true story of the only successful escape from America’s most notorious prison, Escape from Alcatraz stars Clint Eastwood as Frank Morris, a cunning inmate who masterminds a daring breakout. Suspenseful, gritty, and expertly crafted, this film will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last moment.
🎬 Fun Fact: The film was shot on location at Alcatraz Island, marking the first time a production crew had filmed inside the prison since its closure in 1963.
Join us this May for an unforgettable lineup of films filled with music, courage, and adventure! Whether you’re in the mood for a toe-tapping musical, a heroic Western, or a suspenseful escape, OETA’s Movie Club has something for every film lover.