Film Screening | CineDOOM presents CONAN THE BARBARIAN by JOHN MILIUS
preceded by METAL BELT by BLACKHORSE LOWE
IN PERSON: CineDOOM Programmer, BLACKHORSE LOWE
Sat, September 21 | 2 PM
Violet Crown | 1606 Alcaldesa St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
SPECIAL TRIBUTE SCREENING: JAMES EARL JONES (1931-2024)
CONAN THE BARBARIAN (1982, 129, USA) Directed by John Milius. Written by John Milius and Oliver Stone. Based on Conan the Barbarian by Robert E. Howard. Produced by Buzz Feitshans, Raffaella De Laurentiis. Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, James Earl Jones, Sandahl Bergman, Max von Sydow. Cinematography by Duke Callaghan. Edited by C. Timothy O'Meara. Music by Basil Poledouris. Production company: Dino De Laurentiis Corporation.
Conan the Barbarian, directed by John Milius, is an epic sword-and-sorcery tale that follows the journey of Conan (Arnold Schwarzenegger), a warrior whose family is slaughtered by the cult leader Thulsa Doom (James Earl Jones). Born out of a desire for vengeance, Conan embarks on a relentless pursuit of his enemies, confronting monstrous creatures, dark magic, and moral choices that test his humanity. Set in a mythical age of high adventure, the film is visually stunning, combining visceral combat with deeper themes of fate, survival, and the forging of identity. The rich, immersive world-building, combined with Basil Poledouris' legendary score, creates a sense of timeless mythos. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s breakout role as Conan perfectly captures the character’s primal strength, and his physicality adds authenticity to the legendary warrior's struggle. Renowned critic Roger Ebert called it "a triumph of production design, sets, and art direction," while others praised its operatic, larger-than-life vision that paved the way for the modern fantasy genre.
A standout performance comes from James Earl Jones as the mesmerizing Thulsa Doom. Jones brings an eerie gravitas and chilling charisma to the role of the serpent cult leader, embodying the magnetic allure of evil. His presence looms over the film like a dark shadow, solidifying the villain as one of the most memorable antagonists in cinematic history. In tribute to the legendary James Earl Jones, CineDOOM has moved this special screening up to September, honoring his remarkable life and contribution to cinema (1931-2024).
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Preceded by
METAL BELT (2023, 14", USA). Directed by Blackhorse Lowe. Written by Blackhorse Lowe, Mateo Galindo. Produced by: Blackhorse Lowe, Nanobah Becker, David Stevens, Mateo Galindo, Malinda Galindo. Cinematography by: Smokey Nelson. Edited by: Blackhorse Lowe, D.E. Hyde. Score by: Mateo Galindo. Sound by: Jon Sims. Production Design by: Bryan Allen Norvelle. Cast: Noelle Clough, Raoul Trujillo, Ava Del Cielo, Mateo Galindo.
A Peyote Western set in 1860's New Mexico territory, Metal Belt recounts a story about the American Indian slave trade in the southwest and one Navajo woman's fight for freedom and her spiritual journey home. 2023 ImagineNative Film + Media Arts Festival, Fantastic Fest, Cine Las Americas, Nevada City Film Festival, Guadalajara Film Festival and Native Cinema Showcase.
ABOUT CINEDOOM:
CineDOOM is a celebration of the theatrical experience at its best, showcasing masterpieces that embody both grit and perfection. It brings together cinematic classics from revered directors like Wong Kar Wai and David Lynch, alongside cutting-edge Indigenous films that push the boundaries of contemporary storytelling. This diverse array of cinematic experiences invites viewers to explore new narratives and perspectives. CineDOOM, curated by Blackhorse Lowe in collaboration with partnering institutions, is made possible in part with funds from Blackhorse Lowe’s United States Artists Fellowship.
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