Free Movie Series: From Screwball to Spoof

Join the Oceanside Public Library and Professor Garrett Chaffin-Quiray for a free new movie series: From Screwball to Spoof. From sparkling romantic banter to rapid-fire satire and modern mockumentary, this summer series showcases how movies make us laugh. Professor Chaffin-Quiray, a Professor of Cinema Studies at Palomar Community College, will present each screening by exploring the artistic and sociological character of the films and lead a discussion afterward.

The series will take place on:

• Wednesday, May 13 at 6 p.m.: Pillow Talk (1959)
• Wednesday, June 10 at 6 p.m.: One, Two, Three (1961)
• Wednesday, July 1 at 6 p.m.: Airplane! (1980)
• Wednesday, August 12 at 6 p.m.: Best in Show (2000)

All films will be shown in the Oceanside Civic Center Library Community Room at 330 N. Coast Hwy. No registration is required. Visit From Screwball to Spoof: A Movie Series for more information and to request an email reminder.

Professor Garrett Chaffin-Quiray teaches Cinema Studies at Palomar Community College and has written two books: Cine-Me (2012) and Under the Tent-Pole: A Primer on Movies: Blockbusters, Oscar Winners, Alternatives, and You (2014).

This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Oceanside Public Library. Oceanside Public Library aims to empower the community by promoting literacy, information access, civic engagement, cultural inclusiveness and openness to new ideas. Call 760-435-5600 or follow @oceansidelibrary on Instagram and Facebook for more information and to stay up-to-date on Library events and services.