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Ethics in Film—Being There (1979)

BeingThereSuggested donation: $5, includes snacks and beverages
Moderator: Chris Everett

Directed by Hal Ashby

Having lived his life as the gardener on a millionaire’s estate, Chance (Peter Sellers) knows of the real world only what he has seen on TV. When his benefactor dies, Chance walks aimlessly into the streets of Washington D.C., where he is taken in by wealthy Eve Rand (Shirley MacLaine). Because Chance is so well mannered, everyone assumes he must be a man of profound intelligence. No matter what he says, it is interpreted as a pearl of wisdom and insight. Both a modern fable and a political satire, Being There is based on the novel by Jerzy Kosinski.

Discussion to follow screening.

Entry to our 100-year-old building and meeting rooms is available for most wheelchair users with prior arrangements. Please call ahead (212-874-5210 x107) for setup of our portable system and plan to arrive one hour before start time.











When: Fri., May. 6, 2016 at 7:00 pm - 9:15 pm
Where: New York Society for Ethical Culture
2 W. 64th St.
212-874-5210
Price: Suggested donation: $5, includes snacks and beverages
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BeingThereSuggested donation: $5, includes snacks and beverages
Moderator: Chris Everett

Directed by Hal Ashby

Having lived his life as the gardener on a millionaire’s estate, Chance (Peter Sellers) knows of the real world only what he has seen on TV. When his benefactor dies, Chance walks aimlessly into the streets of Washington D.C., where he is taken in by wealthy Eve Rand (Shirley MacLaine). Because Chance is so well mannered, everyone assumes he must be a man of profound intelligence. No matter what he says, it is interpreted as a pearl of wisdom and insight. Both a modern fable and a political satire, Being There is based on the novel by Jerzy Kosinski.

Discussion to follow screening.

Entry to our 100-year-old building and meeting rooms is available for most wheelchair users with prior arrangements. Please call ahead (212-874-5210 x107) for setup of our portable system and plan to arrive one hour before start time.

Buy tickets/get more info now