WELCOME TO OUR NEXT SCREENING Don Siegel's
DIRTY HARRY
(USA | 1971 | 102 mins | R16 cert)
Wednesday 1 JULY, 7.30PM
University of Otago’s Colquhoun Lecture Theatre** Siegel’s serial killer thriller and Eastwood’s iconic title character changed cinema forever, sparking intense debate about police brutality, power and ethics that remain relevant today. |
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“From its earliest stages of development, the script conceived by husband-and-wife team Harry and Rita Fink made clear that Harry’s no boy Scout, but partisans on either side of the ideological aisle looking for affirmation in their stance will be disappointed… Neither condemning nor condoning his actions, the film offers what may be the clearest image of the archetypal cop’s self-perception as the only one willing to do the dirty jobs holding America together, even if it means getting dirty yourself.” – Charles Bramesco, The Guardian |
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To purchase a Half Season membership: - complete a membership form from our website and pay by online bank transfer (06-0942-0696013-00)
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- you can also join at the OUSA office reception at the University of Otago (cash only)
Alternatively, you can purchase a Three-Film sampler ($25), which can be also be shared to bring two friends to one screening. The sampler does not expire and can be used over multiple years.
Membership includes generous discounts at Rialto Cinemas (from Monday to Friday); and FREE entry to the 2025 screenings of all other affiliated New Zealand Film Societies. Each member is entitled to ONE FREE GUEST ADMISSION to a single screening.
**To get to the Colquhoun Theatre: The Colquhoun is located on the first floor of the current Dunedin Public Hospital, above the chapel and squash courts. Stairs and lift access are from the main Hospital entrance on Great King Street.
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