The Alternative Press

Kevin Kline and Sandrine Bonnaire square off in this stylish and sophisticated dramedy of newfound passions and mid-life triumphs, set on the postcard-perfect isle of Corsica.  Lovely and quietly intelligent, French chambermaid Helene (Bonnaire) comes upon a couple engaged in an intensely sensual chess match and discovers she has a knack for the game.  This obsession, much to the chagrin of her husband and daughter, leads her to seek the clandestine tutelage of a reclusive American doctor (Kline, in his first French-speaking role) – a liaison that transforms both of their lackluster lives.  This unrated film is in French with English subtitles.  Free and open to all.  The door to the meeting room will be opened at 6:45 p.m.