Join us to discuss the movie Crossfire (1947), directed by Edward Dmytryk, starring Robert Young, Robert Mitchum, Robert Ryan, Gloria Grahame and Sam Levene. The plot concerns a murder investigation among a group of demobilized military personnel, where antisemitism is a motivating factor.  The film was nominated for five Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Supporting Actor (Robert Ryan).

Our discussion will be led by journalist and author, Stephen Weinstein. Stephen has long been a film enthusiast, and he reads widely on the subject. He is particularly interested in the huge image that Hollywood films have had on American and world culture, and how quite often the seemingly most superficial movies are packed with meaning.

Participants should view the movie ahead of time (available on YouTube, Apple, Amazon Prime, Google Play and Fandango).

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