Science on Screen: Point Break (1991) at Real Art Ways

August 15, 2026 - August 15, 2026

Real Art Ways’ new season of Science on Screen® invites you to experience the creative pairing of a feature film and a thought-provoking talk from a notable area scientist. This year, we will be presenting this series at the Connecticut Science Center. Film SynopsisAfter a string of bizarre bank robberies in Southern California, with the crooks donning masks of various former presidents, a federal agent, Johnny Utah (Keanu Reeves), infiltrates the suspected gang. But this is no ordinary group of robbers. They’re… Find out more

August 14, 2026 - August 14, 2026

 Eye on Video, Real Art Ways’ youth filmmaking program, concludes with a free public screening on Friday, August 14, featuring the teens’ original and creative short films. The films investigate a broad range of contemporary topics that are of personal interest to the young filmmakers. This summer’s showcase will take place at Cinestudio, on the campus of Trinity College. Program6:30 pm – Doors open7:00 pm – Screening8:30 pm – Apprentice Q&AAll are welcome. No advance registration is required. About Eye on VideoEye on Video provides teens… Find out more

July 18, 2026 - July 18, 2026

Real Art Ways’ new season of Science on Screen® invites you to experience the creative pairing of a feature film and a thought-provoking talk from a notable area scientist. This year, we will be presenting this series at the Connecticut Science Center. UPDATE as of 6/19: Due to a scheduling conflict, vertebrate paleontologist Dalton Meyer (PhD in Earth and Planetary Sciences at Yale) will be giving the talk instead of Professor Bhullar.From his earliest days, Meyer knew he wanted to be a… Find out more

June 13, 2026 - June 13, 2026

Real Art Ways’ new season of Science on Screen® invites you to experience the creative pairing of a feature film and a thought-provoking talk from a notable area scientist. This year, we will be presenting this series at the Connecticut Science Center. Update, as of Saturday, June 13 – this event is now FREE to the public, thanks to our friends at Netflix and the Sea Change Project. Current ticketholders: we will offer you a refund. If you’d like to redirect your… Find out more

April 25, 2026 - April 25, 2026

Real Art Ways’ new season of Science on Screen® invites you to experience the creative pairing of a feature film and a thought-provoking talk from a notable area scientist. This year, we will be presenting this series at the Connecticut Science Center. Film SynopsisThe evolution of forests has helped to optimize the fundamental conditions for life on Earth – an oxygenated atmosphere, fresh water on land, a stable, moderate climate, food, shelter, timber resources, etc. Yet, the exploitation and manipulation of forests… Find out more

February 23, 2026 - February 23, 2026

 UPDATE as of Monday, 2/23: We will reschedule this event due to the unsafe weather conditions of the storm. Please stay tuned for the new date that will be announced soon. Thank you for understanding, and stay safe!—A New England Forests film, directed by naturalist, local nature documentary filmmaker, and friend of Real Art Ways, Ray Asselin. Old Growth Forest: Nature’s Biotic Water Pump is the next film in Asselin’s New England Forests series for America 250.The free screening will take place… Find out more

February 20, 2026 - February 26, 2026

For the 21st consecutive year, ShortsTV presents the Oscar-Nominated Short Films! This year, we will be showing the full program at Cinestudio in Hartford.With all three categories – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your chance to predict the winners and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! An annual hit with audiences around the world, don’t miss this year’s selection of shorts. The Academy Awards take place on Sunday, March 15, 7-10 pm. Mark your calendar to… Find out more

February 7, 2026 - February 7, 2026

 You’re invited to the 2nd annual Hartford Film Showcase! Presented by The Hartford Film Foundation, hosted at Cinestudio, in partnership with Real Art Ways, the showcase is an all-day event featuring some of Hartford’s filmmaking talent!Hartford Film Company presents short and feature films spanning various styles and genres, made in Hartford or by filmmakers in the Hartford area. Stay for a filmmaker panel and talkback to learn how these films were made and get to know some of the creative talent… Find out more

January 4, 2026 - January 4, 2026

“Articulate & intelligent… Beautifully crisp and detailed closeups of the work, well-informed and articulate talking-heads, and a nicely judged overall approach that is intelligent but not indigestible.” – The Guardian “The documentary succeeds on all fronts: creativity blended with insight that progresses our understanding of the artist. Exhibition on Screen has another hit on its hands.” – The Reviews Hub “Probably the greatest film I’ve ever seen on Caravaggio. There’s no better way to learn about this artist and his work –… Find out more

January 4, 2026 - January 4, 2026

 This is the last movie we will show at Real Art Ways before we begin construction in 2026.You’re invited to enjoy this classic Italian film with our staff and community of movie lovers in our cinema. A “farewell” affogato will be available for purchase. —“Still rapturous after all these years, Cinema Paradiso stands as one of the great films about movie love.” – Washington Post“A cinema-lover’s delight.” – Metro (UK)“Where the original release was an essay in childish delight and adolescent longing,… Find out more