February 14, 2026 | 11:00am | In Person |
Lecture - AS TIME GOES BY: THE HISTORY AND LEGACY OF CASABLANCA
Here’s looking at you, film lovers!
Join Film Professor Dr. Joe Fortunato at the Green Branch Library for a special Valentine’s Day weekend celebration of one of the greatest love stories ever captured on screen: Casablanca."
In this one-hour lecture and discussion, Dr. Fortunato takes you on a fascinating journey through the behind-the-scenes drama, wartime studio politics, and unexpected magic that made "Casablanca" an enduring cinematic classic.
Discover how this 1942 film—shot on a tight schedule with a script still being written during production—became an Oscar-winning masterpiece and a timeless symbol of romance, sacrifice, and patriotism. From the real-life history behind Rick’s Café Américain to the unforgettable performances of Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, you’ll explore surprising trivia, legendary production stories, and why the film continues to resonate more than 80 years later.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to classic cinema, this program will rekindle your love for one of Hollywood’s most iconic films.
Please note: This is NOT a traditional Fortunato Film School screening of the film but a one-hour+ lecture and discussion—informative, engaging, and perfect for movie lovers! Doors open at 11:00 am.Duration: 1 Hour
Join Film Professor Dr. Joe Fortunato at the Green Branch Library for a special Valentine’s Day weekend celebration of one of the greatest love stories ever captured on screen: Casablanca."
In this one-hour lecture and discussion, Dr. Fortunato takes you on a fascinating journey through the behind-the-scenes drama, wartime studio politics, and unexpected magic that made "Casablanca" an enduring cinematic classic.
Discover how this 1942 film—shot on a tight schedule with a script still being written during production—became an Oscar-winning masterpiece and a timeless symbol of romance, sacrifice, and patriotism. From the real-life history behind Rick’s Café Américain to the unforgettable performances of Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, you’ll explore surprising trivia, legendary production stories, and why the film continues to resonate more than 80 years later.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to classic cinema, this program will rekindle your love for one of Hollywood’s most iconic films.
Please note: This is NOT a traditional Fortunato Film School screening of the film but a one-hour+ lecture and discussion—informative, engaging, and perfect for movie lovers! Doors open at 11:00 am.Duration: 1 Hour