Monday Night Film Series presents ELEANOR THE GREAT-FR

Event date(s): February 02, 2026
Time(s): 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Category: Fredericton
Location: Fredericton

The Monday Night Film Series presents "ELEANOR THE GREAT", on February 2nd Monday at 7:30pm at Tilley Hall, Room 102 at UNB. 

Eleanor the Great is a moving dramedy, Scarlett Johansson's directorial debut, starring June Squibb as 94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein. After losing her best friend in Florida, Eleanor moves to New York City for a fresh start. Struggling with loneliness, she wanders into a support group for Holocaust survivors and, instead of correcting a misunderstanding, begins to recount her late friend Bessie’s harrowing survival story as her own. 

She bonds with Nina, a 19-year-old journalism student who has also experienced loss. When Nina’s father, a news anchor, broadcasts Eleanor's false testimony, the lie spirals out of control, damaging her relationships and forcing her to confront her need for connection and honesty. The film explores themes of aging, grief, and reinvention.

Eleanor the Great is both funnier and more heartbreaking than expected, offering a full cinematic meal about grief and unlikely connections. Anchored by a luminous performance from June Squibb, the film is a tender reminder that it's never too late to start over. It is an incredible movie that expertly blends humor, heartbreak, and hope, earning praise at film festivals. The authentic feel is heightened by the focus on a character over 90, a rare choice for a directorial debut, proving Scarlett Johansson's notable talent behind the camera.

Following last year’s unconventional revenge movie, 'Thelma,' June Squibb continues to garner adoration for her touching roles and inspiring spunk. Sarah Gopaul, Digital Journal

With scene-stealing performances from Squibb and Kellyman, this movie is worth a watch for them and the rest of the cast alone. All in all, Eleanor the Great is an enjoyable movie that is sure to tug at your heartstrings. Britany Murphy, Muses of Media 

This term, 15 limited release, independent foreign & Canadian films will be shown. Admission is $10/film, but a film society membership reduces admission cost to $7/film. The series is open to all. Memberships are available at Tilley 102 every Monday night.

For further info, contact NB Film Co-op 455-1632  info@nbfilmcoop.com https://www.nbfilmcoop.com/monday-night-film-series

The NB Film Co-op in partnership with the UNB Faculty of Arts and the Toronto Film Festival presents the series.

Building: Tilley Hall

Room Number: Room 102