Fri, 21 Mar
|Bellingen
Friday Night Movie - Harold and Maude
Cult classic pairs Cort as a dead-pan disillusioned 20-year-old obsessed with suicide and a loveable Gordon as a fun-loving 80-year-old eccentric. They meet at a funeral, and develop a taboo romantic relationship, in which they explore the tired theme of the meaning of life with a fresh perspective.
Time & Location
21 Mar 2025, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bellingen, 87 Hyde St, Bellingen NSW 2454, Australia
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About the event
Harold and Maude is a dark romantic comedy directed by Hal Ashby, released in 1971. The film follows the unconventional relationship between two unlikely characters: Harold Chasen, a young man obsessed with death, and Maude, a lively 79-year-old woman who embraces life to its fullest.
Harold, played by Bud Cort, is a wealthy but troubled teenager who stages elaborate fake suicides to provoke a reaction from his detached mother. His life takes a turn when he meets Maude, portrayed by Ruth Gordon, at a funeral. Unlike Harold, Maude has a zest for life and a carefree spirit that challenges his morbid outlook. As their friendship deepens, Maude introduces Harold to the joys of living, encouraging him to break free from societal expectations.
The film explores themes of love, mortality, and the search for meaning in life. Through their adventures, Harold learns to appreciate the beauty of the present moment, while…