Movie Talk Seminar: The Empire Strikes Back w/ Lauren Tocci
Sunday, May 4 · view days & times
Price: $24 | $20 ages 25 and under & senior* | $17 ArtsQuest Member
Venue: Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas
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This ticket includes admission to the 6:15 screening of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
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A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, Star Wars changed the cinematic landscape forever. But it was The Empire Strikes Back that solidified the saga’s legacy, deepening its mythology, expanding its emotional stakes, and delivering one of the most shocking twists in film history.
Join us for a Movie Talk Seminar dedicated to one of the greatest sequels of all time. This engaging session at the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas includes a preliminary in-depth lecture exploring the film’s groundbreaking storytelling, technical innovations, and lasting cultural impact. We’ll discuss how The Empire Strikes Back defied sequel expectations, its influence on blockbuster filmmaking, and why it remains a pinnacle of sci-fi and fantasy storytelling.
Following the lecture, enjoy a theatrical screening of The Empire Strikes Back on the big screen as it was meant to be seen. Afterward, stick around for an interactive talkback session, where we’ll dive deeper into the film’s themes, characters, and legacy. Whether you’re a lifelong Jedi or a newcomer to the Force, this seminar offers a fresh perspective on a film that continues to inspire generations.
Lauren Tocci
Lauren Tocci is a veteran public high school teacher and a PhD student at Lehigh University. She serves as a member of the cinema committee at Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas, co-curates the First Saturday Horror Series, and dedicates her time to the celebration of arthouse cinemas. Lauren completed her bachelor's degree and M.A. at Kutztown University where she studied found footage horror cinema. When she isn’t in a cool dark movie theater, she co-hosts, How Could You?! a film podcast with her husband Ryan.
Schedule
- Sunday, May 4, 2025 @ 5:15 PM 05/04/2025 05:15 PM 05/04/2025 08:15 PM 15 Movie Talk Seminar: The Empire Strikes Back w/ Lauren Tocci https://www.steelstacks.org/event/17015/movie-talk-seminar-the-empire-strikes-back-w-lauren-tocci/ Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas false MM/DD/YYYY
Venue Information
Frank Banko Alehouse CinemasArtsQuest Center
101 Founders Way
Bethlehem, PA 18015
610-332-1300
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