AVR movie night: «Green Book» – inspired by a true friendship
The Roche Employees' Association (AVR) is transforming the auditorium of building 71 in Basel into a cinema and is delighted to invite you and one accompanying person to the AVR movie night. An award-winning movie awaits you with «Green Book». Free admission and snacks are offered by the AVR, drinks are available at your own cost.
«Green Book» is a perfectly timed comedy about a budding friendship that transcends the boundaries of race, education and class. Viggo Mortensen convinces as an amiable mix between chauffeur, buddy and bodyguard, while Mahershala Alis dignified and elegant interpretation of the role of Dr. Don Shirley leaves a lasting impression.
Story
New York in the 1960s, ahead of the American Civil rights movement, Tony Lip keeps afloat as a doorman in the Bronx. When the rude but amiable Italo-American gets the job to drive a certain Dr. Don Shirley to the Southern States, he does not think much about it. However, Shirley is one of the world’s best jazz pianists, eloquent like an African-American poet. The unequal couple are embarking on a long journey through the conservative South – with mutual suspicion and the «Negro Motorist Green Book», a travel guide with the few lodgings and restaurants where black people are welcome.
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Date | Thursday, 2. April 2020 | |
Time | 17.00 Uhr pm door opening 17.30–20.10 pm movie (130 minutes) with break | |
Language | English (with German subtitles) | |
Location | Big auditorium, building 71 in Basel | |
Admission | Free (registration requested) | |
Catering | Snacks free, drinks available at your own cost | |
Registration | Book your seats via this |
This offer is only valid for AVR members and up to one accompanying person. Please remember that you are responsible to organize the visitor’s badge yourself. The movie is suitable for children aged twelve years or older. The number of participants is limited. Make sure to reserve your seats right away!