CLOSING NIGHT 44th CHICAGO FILM FESTIVAL
October 24th 2008 16:43
Join actor Viggo Mortensen, director Vicente Amorim and
actor Jason Issacsat the premiere!
GOOD stars Oscar® nominee Viggo Mortensen (A History of Violence, Eastern Promises)
in an extraordinary change-of-pace role as John Halder, a good, decent individual
with family problems. A German literatureprofessor in the 1930s, Halder explores
the book is unexpectedly enlisted by powerful political figures in support of government
propaganda, Halder finds his career rising in an optimistic current of nationalism
and prosperity. Yet with Halder's change in fortune, his seemingly inconsequential
decisions potentially jeopardize the people in his life with devastating effects.
Based on the acclaimed play by C.P. Taylor. 96 min.
Renowned television journalist Bill Kurtis will host the evening, beginning with
a selection of film highlights celebrating Mortensen's career and the presentation
of the Career Achievement Award. Following this will be the U.S. Premiere of GOOD.
6:00PM | Red Carpet Arrivals
7:00PM | Guest presentation and premiere of GOOD
Film tickets:members: $30/balcony; $35/floor
non-members: $35/balcony; $40/floor
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
The Harris Theater
205 E. Randolph
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