Film: Manchester by the Sea is a 2016 American drama film written and directed by Kenneth Lonergan.

Date: April 4 (TUE)

Time: 18:50 - 20:45

Venue:  CC330

Speaker and instructor: Dr. Vincenzo De Masi

Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Bill Aitchison has worked as an actor, theatre director and inter-disciplinary artist presenting shows in galleries, museums, theatres and festivals in Europe, Asia, America, Australia and The Middle East.

About the Film:

"Manchester by the Sea" is a 2016 American drama film that follows Lee Chandler, a janitor who is forced to return to his hometown of Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts, after his brother dies and names him the guardian of his teenage nephew. As Lee grapples with his own tragic past, he must navigate the challenges of raising a teenager and reconciling with his estranged ex-wife. The film was written and directed by Kenneth Lonergan and stars Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams, and Lucas Hedges. It received critical acclaim for its performances and storytelling, winning several awards, including two Academy Awards for Best Actor and Best Original Screenplay.