The Arkansas Cinema Society is offering a range of exciting programs for film enthusiasts of all levels. The ACS Night School, which will run from September to November, will cover topics such as acting, directing, and musical scoring. The classes will be held at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, located at 501 E. Ninth St., Little Rock.
Acting Classes
- “Acting for Film + Television,” September 10 – October 29, designed for adults (18 and older) with some prior experience in theater or film. Actor and filmmaker Raeden Greer will cover scene work, script analysis, character development and the business side of film and TV acting. Tuition is $200. Register at arkansascinemasociety.org/programs/acting-for-film-tv—fall-2025.
- “Directorial Style: David Lynch + Wes Anderson,” September 3 – 24. University of Arkansas at Little Rock faculty member and Arkansas Cinema Society resident curator Chris Robinson examines the directorial styles of two men “who have worked outside the cookie-cutter Hollywood mainstream with films that are sometimes quirky and sometimes horrifying,” according to a news release. The class will examine Lynch’s style and techniques, plus stories of what went on behind the camera, and look at films including “Eraserhead,” “Blue Velvet” and Lynch’s version of “Dune.” Anderson films on the docket include “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” “Rushmore” and “The French Dispatch.” Tuition is $100. Register at arkansascinemasociety.org/programs/directorial-style-david-lynch-wes-anderson.
- “Why Film Scores Matter,” October 8 – 29. Central Arkansas-based violinist, composer and film director Dustin Yoder focuses on film scoring in an age dominated by artificial intelligence and extensive music libraries. “Students will venture through genres, cultures, philosophical points-of-views and the existential question of whether original, tailored film scores are even needed to tell a rich and compelling narrative,” according to the news release; they’ll analyze iconic films and their scores, interact with musicians and engage with various instruments and mediums of sound. Tuition is $100. Register at arkansascinemasociety.org/programs/why-film-scores-matter.
Cinema Society Screenings
- “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,” July 13 – 16, marks the 50th anniversary of its release, with a 4K restoration from the Academy Film Archive and Teatro Della Pace Films. Screenings are set for July 13 – 16, at various theaters across Arkansas, including the Riverdale 10 in Little Rock, the Colonel Glenn 18 in Little Rock, the Towne Center in Conway, the Harrison 8 in Harrison, the Texarkana 14 in Texarkana, and the Central City 10 in Hot Springs. Ticket information is available at fathomentertainment.com/releases/one-flew-over-the-cuckoos-nest-50th-anniversary.
- “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 35th Anniversary,” August 17 – 20, brings reptilian superheroes back to the big screen via Fathom Entertainment, Saga Arts and Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group. Screenings are set for August 17 – 20, at various theaters across Arkansas, including the Colonel Glenn 18 in Little Rock, the Central City 10 in Hot Springs, the Razorback Cinema in Fayetteville, and the Pinnacle Hills in Rogers. Ticket information is available at fathomentertainment.com/releases/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-35th-anniversary.
Restored Classics
| Film | Ticket Information |
|---|---|
| “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” | Available at fathomentertainment.com/releases/one-flew-over-the-cuckoos-nest-50th-anniversary. |
| “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 35th Anniversary” | Available at fathomentertainment.com/releases/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-35th-anniversary. |
Additional Information
The Arkansas Cinema Society is offering tuition discounts to its members. For more information, visit arkansascinemasociety.org.
For those interested in attending the ACS Night School classes, registration is available at arkansascinemasociety.org/programs.
