The Good Boss: Sunday, Nov. 13

Starring Javier Bardem
Admission $5
Showings @ 2pm, 5pm and 7:30pm
Discussion following the 2pm show
In Spanish with English subtitles

Drama/Comedy, Spanish, 2 hours

The Good Boss takes place in and around the Blancos Básculas factory, where all things must be in balance at all times. After all, they manufacture scales of all shapes and sizes. There, the seemingly benevolent boss, Blanco (Javier Bardem), is preparing his workforce for an upcoming inspection by a group visiting local businesses to select one for a prestigious prize. Tensions begin to mount, however, when recently fired employee José shows up with his two children and begins making demands for the reinstatement of his employment. When Blanco’s management team refuses, the employee begins a one man crusade to discredit Blanco and prevent him from winning the much-coveted award.

The film received a record-breaking 20 nominations to the 36th Goya Awards (Spain’s “Oscar”), winning 6 (Best Picture, Director, Actor, Original Screenplay, Score and Editing).

From The Saturday Evening Post – “Spot-on as corporate satire, infused with humanity thanks to a funny and committed cast. The Good Boss draws its inspiration from classic workplace comedies like Office Space and The Devil Wears Prada.”