THE SWIMMER / DAVID AND LISA

ABOUT THE FILMS:

THE SWIMMER, 1968, Dir. Frank Perry, 94 Mins, Sony Pictures Repertory, USA

Two of the most neglected figures of the New Hollywood generation, director Frank Perry and screenwriter Eleanor Perry made several razor-sharp dissections of modern morality between 1962 and 1975. Based on John Cheever’s acclaimed novel, THE SWIMMER follows middle-aged Burt Lancaster on a metaphoric journey swimming from backyard pool to backyard pool in his upscale suburban neighborhood, headed toward a “home” that may no longer exist.
FORMAT: DCP

DAVID AND LISA, 1962, Dir. Frank Perry, 93 Mins, AGFA, USA

This touching ’60s classic about two emotionally disturbed teenagers drawn to each other in a mental institution created a sensation among audiences and critics when it was released. Portrayed unforgettably by Janet Margolin (ANNIE HALL) and Keir Dullea (2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY), the painfully shy Lisa can communicate only through rhyme, and David cannot bear being touched. Strongly attracted to each other, they develop a deep bond that changes both of their lives. Directed by Frank Perry (DIARY OF A MAD HOUSEWIFE), this powerful film will leave its mark forever. Nominated for two Academy Awards including Best Director (Frank Perry) and Best Adapted Screenplay (Eleanor Perry).

FORMAT: DCP