In the early 1960s, in the midst of a rapidly changing social and political landscape in the United States, director John Frankenheimer explored the tension, fear, and anxiety that was bubbling just under the surface in three films: The Manchurian Candidate (1962), Seven Days in May (1964), and Seconds (1966). Often referred to as Frankenheimer’s ‘Paranoia’ Trilogy, these three films not only serve as a time capsule for one of the most contentious and terrifying periods in American history, but are also eerily prescient of our current sociopolitical climate.
Our own Jill Blake will lead an in-depth discussion on the Paranoia Trilogy, including those who were integral in the development and production of these films, including John Frankenheimer, Frank Sinatra, President John F. Kennedy, Rod Serling, and many others.
Communism and Military Coups/Goodbye Surfing, Hello God.: The Manchurian Candidate Seven Days in May (1964), Seconds (1966) – March 23rd, 3pm