Mr Toad's Friday Night Movies: Sultry Sorrows of Paolo Sorrentino

The first Friday will feature two films by the acclaimed contemporary Italian auteur, Paolo Sorrentino: The Consequences of Love (2004) and This Must Be The Place (2011). Sorrentino is renowned for his visual opulence, profound thematic exploration, and a unique narrative approach to filmmaking. Rich, surreal, striking and laden with symbolism - he also has a scorching sense of humor. His storytelling often eschews traditional narrative structures, opting instead for a more fluid and non-linear approaches. Sorrentino explores complex themes such as the nature of power, the fragility of human relationships, and the search for meaning in a modern world. He delves into the psyche of his characters, creating deeply nuanced and often flawed individuals. He is known for elaborate graceful camera moves that sometimes defy spatial comprehension. 

Friday, January 12th, 2024

Tickets: $8 advance, $10 at the door

Race Brook Lodge is a hidden gem in The Berkshires, at the foot of Mt. Race and a short hike from the Appalachian trail. The yoga & event barn at Race Brook is simultaneously rustic and sublime, steeped in hundreds of years of New England history. The Stagecoach Tavern is unpretentious fine dining, exquisite farm-to-table cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Much of the food is sourced from Race Farm, right on the property!