The Bowers screens films from around the world.  Some are in conjunction with current exhibitions while others reflect the Bowers' mission of enriching lives through the world's finest art and cultures.

Thursday, November 20
6:30PM - Reception
7PM - Screening
CINEMA ITALIANO: THE BEST OF YOUTH (La Meglio Goiventu)
Part 2 - 80s
Spanning four decades in late 20th Century Italy, this film directed by Marco Tullio Giordana compellingly  intertwines one family's personal narrative focuses on the lives of two brothers who take divergent paths, as well as those of their friends, lovers and children whose ideals are challenged by events and tragedies in their lives.  Sponsored by the Italian Cultural Arts Council.  Admission:  $10.

Thursday, December 4
6:30PM - Reception
7:00PM - Screening
CINEMA ITALIANO: THE BEST OF YOUTH (La Meglio Goiventu)
Part 3 – 90s to Today
Part Three.  Spanning four decades, this passionate epic follows two Italian brothers, one free-spirited, the other introverted and idealistic, as they are pushed together and pulled apart by tides of history and divergent dreams.  Sponsored by the Italian Arts Council. Admission: $10

Friday, December 5
SAVANNAH HOMECOMING
1:30PM
Witness the splendor of East Africa’s golden plains in this story of two women and their journeys between bustling cities and rural landscapes.

Saturday, December 6
THE ART OF QUILTING
1:30PM
This film explores the myriad techniques and artistry reflected in contemporary American quilts, celebrating quilt artists as they transcend classic quilts by taking the finest traditions of the past to create new traditions.

Thursday, December 11
6:30PM - Reception
DANCE COMPANY OF SARDENIA
Join us for an evening in the company of this folkloric group of twenty-three members, clad in traditional costumes, from Elmas (Sardegna), Italy who will entertain us with folk dancing, singing, and merriment!  To secure a ticket in advance, please send check to:  1950 Old Tustin Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705. 

Saturday, December 13
QUILTS IN WOMEN'S LIVES
1:30PM
This award-winning film by filmmaker Pat Ferrero presents a first-person series of portraits of seven renowned quilt makers who reveal the passion and values behind the continuing tradition of quilting.