The Classic Film Society presents the Oscar-winning "Marty" Saturday, July 13, 2019 at 6:30pm at Marycrest Senior Campus, Upham Hall Auditorium, 1607 W. 12th Street, Davenport, Iowa.
Marty, the 1955 Oscar-winning romantic drama directed by Delbert Mann follows the life of Marty Piletti (Ernest Borgnine), a stout bachelor butcher who lives with his mother (Esther Minciotti) in the Bronx. Always unlucky in love, Marty reluctantly goes out to a ballroom one night and meets a nice teacher named Clara (Betsy Blair). Though Marty and Clara hit it off, his relatives discourage him from pursuing the relationship, and he must decide between his family's approval or a shot at finding romance. The film won 4 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Borgnine.
There is no admission fee. The Classic Film Society does accept donations of $3/per film or $10 for the entire season. For more information, call Bob King 563-391-3502 or email [email protected]. Parking is available along 12th Street and Clay Street.
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