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Preview the newest films before their public release. Enjoy in-depth interviews with directors and stars conducted by Richard Brown who has, over the past 25 years, made Movies101 a cherished institution among New York film lovers. Prof. Brown introduces each film and paints a detailed picture of its creation. His commentaries and observations have become legendary. For most classes, Prof. Brown is joined by the featured film's star, director, or both. Prof. Brown's "guest faculty" have included George Clooney, Martin Scorsese, Daniel Day-Lewis, Meryl Streep, Sigourney Weaver, Kate Winslet, and Al Pacino. Each term, films cover a broad range of independent gems (Lovelace and In a World) to studio blockbusters (War Horse, The Bourne Legacy, and Lincoln) to compelling documentaries (The Invisible War, Love Marilyn, and Queen of Versailles).