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PARADISE15for Santo Domingo becauseextras will work for only $2a day. After an open castingcall almost degenerates intoa riot, Sebastian hires outspokenDaniel (Juan CarlosAduviri) to play <strong>the</strong> rebelIndian leader. But when <strong>the</strong>locals begin demonstrationsagainst a multinational’s plansto privatize water — even <strong>the</strong>rain — Daniel is in <strong>the</strong> thickof <strong>the</strong>m, endangering <strong>the</strong>film’s shooting schedule. Thethought-provoking screenplayby Paul Laverty (“The WindThat Shakes <strong>the</strong> Barley”) cunninglyparallels <strong>the</strong> Spanishconquest of <strong>the</strong> Americas with<strong>the</strong> modern spread of capitalism.This fascinating mixtureof past and present, fictionand fact, features spectacularscenes of <strong>the</strong> period filmwithin a film. Directed by IcíarBollaín (“Take My Eyes”). Fullysubtitled.“‘Even <strong>the</strong> Rain’ is thatirresistible thing — a movieabout <strong>the</strong> making of a movie— combined with a bit of ahistory and a political message.”— Mick LaSalle, SanFrancisco Chronicle“A splendid film about amovie crew blindsided by <strong>the</strong>real world.” — Stephen Farber,Hollywood Reporter“Telling an old story in anew way and infusing whatmight have been a dry politicalpolemic with poetry, passionand unlikely warmth.”— Ann Hornaday, WashingtonPostOpening Friday:“Potiche”Rated R. Runtime 1:43Showtimes daily at 2:15*,4:30, 6:45, 9 p.m.Set in 1977 in a provincialFrench town, “Potiche”is a free adaptation of <strong>the</strong>1970s eponymous hit comicplay. Ca<strong>the</strong>rine Deneuve isSuzanne Pujol, a submissive,housebound “trophy housewife”(or “potiche”) who stepsFILM IN PARADISEFrom left, Judith Godreche, Ca<strong>the</strong>rine Deneuve and Karin Viard in ascene from ‘Potiche.’in to manage <strong>the</strong> umbrellafactory run by her wealthyand tyrannical husband(Fabrice Luchini) after <strong>the</strong>workers go on strike and takehim hostage. To everyone’ssurprise, Suzanne proves herselfa competent and assertivewoman of action. Butwhen her husband returnsfrom a restful cruise in topform, things get complicated.Gérard Depardieu plays aformer union leader andSuzanne’s ex-beau who stillholds a flame for her.Acclaimed writer-directorFrançois Ozon (“SwimmingPool,” “Under <strong>the</strong> Sand”),who had previously directedDeneuve in <strong>the</strong> internationalhit “8 Women,” twists <strong>the</strong>original play on its head tocreate his own satirical andhilarious take on <strong>the</strong> warbetween <strong>the</strong> sexes and classes.The ensemble cast includescomic greats Fabrice Luchiniand Karin Viard (as Luchini’ssecretary and mistress) whileJudith Godreche and JérémieRenier play <strong>the</strong> Pujols’ entitleddaughter and sexually ambiguousson. Fully subtitled.“‘Potiche’ is a glossythrowback made with a moderneye, an old-fashionedromantic fantasy starringCa<strong>the</strong>rine Deneuve andGerard Depardieu that’s beenknowingly updated withtart, contemporary touches.”— Kenneth Turan, LA Times“It’s funny, broad andnever stops moving. It’s madeto please and succeeds.”— Mick LaSalle, San FranciscoChronicle“Like its heroine, ‘Potiche’is deceptively lightweight,its camp screwball fizzinessgiving way to a surprisinglycogent feminist parable,in which <strong>the</strong> personalproves again and again tobe <strong>the</strong> most volatile variablein <strong>the</strong> political.” — KarinaLongworth, Village Voice* Denotes specially pricedmatineesSpecial events:• Tuesday, April 26, Operain Cinema Series: “Aida,”Verdi, Live from <strong>the</strong> Teatro delMaggio Musicale FiorentinoLive at 2:30 p.m. Encore at7 p.m.The legendary Zubin Mehtaconducts “Aida,” Verdi’s mostspectacular and over-<strong>the</strong>-topopera, in a new productionfrom <strong>the</strong> Teatro del MaggioMusicale Fiorentino. StarringMarco Berti, Luciana D’Intinoand Hui He.Verdi’s “Aida” is one of <strong>the</strong>most popular operas of alltime. It premiered at <strong>the</strong> CairoOpera House on Christmaseve, 1871, and was an immediatecommercial success.The plot of “Aida” is filled withpolitical intrigue, love, betrayal,passion and vengeance,and has captivated audiencesfor generations.— Christiana LittleConducted by Zubin Mehta.Directed by Ferzan OzpetekChoreographed byFrancesco Ventriglia,Starring Luciana D’Intino,Hui He, Marco BertiSung in Italian with Englishsubtitles.Tickets $20, KWFS members$18.• Thursday and Friday, April28 and 29, at 9 p.m., <strong>the</strong> 16thAnnual <strong>Key</strong> <strong>West</strong> Songwriters’FestivalCelebrating its 16th year,<strong>the</strong> <strong>Key</strong> <strong>West</strong> SongwritersFestival is <strong>the</strong> largest festivalof its kind in <strong>the</strong> world. Since1997 BMI has been a chartersponsor of <strong>the</strong> festival andhas helped it grow into both atourist attraction and favoriteof island locals. The festivalrevolves around five daysand nights of more than 20free shows, staged at an arrayof <strong>the</strong> island’s most populardrinking holes and hot spots,where live music bliss introducescrowds to <strong>the</strong> faces,voices and stories behind <strong>the</strong>songs. Diverse lineups featuringmore than 100 top songwritersdeliver rare, “<strong>Key</strong> <strong>West</strong>only”moments. Informaladaptations of Nashville’s signaturein-<strong>the</strong>-round acousticshowcases dominate much of<strong>the</strong> schedule, while an eventcappingstreet concert addsan enticing Mardis Gras fillipto <strong>the</strong> mix.See <strong>the</strong>ir website for detailsand tickets: http://www.keywestsongwritersfestival.com.For full details and latechanges, check TropicCinema.com, or call <strong>the</strong> showtimeshotline at 877-761-FILM.Advance tickets for all moviesand events are availableat <strong>the</strong> Tropic box office during<strong>the</strong>ater hours or online atTropicCinema.com.Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and DrinkMargaritas & Beer for a Good Cause!Amigos and TIB Bank Host <strong>the</strong>First Annual Fundraising Event forAmerican Cancer Society’s Relay For Life★ Live concert featuring a Mexicanmariachi band★ Have your picture taken by <strong>the</strong>world’s largest margarita glass!(40 gallons)★ Mexican beer truck★ Meet <strong>the</strong> Corona GirlsAll Drink Proceeds to Benefit <strong>the</strong>American Cancer Society.341009◆ THURSDAY, APRIL 28, 2011

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