MELVIN AND HOWARD: Screening and Panel Discussion

Jonathan Demme's critically acclaimed 1980 film is a semi-fictional take on the true story of Melvin Dummar (Paul LeMat), an average guy whose life was turned upside down when he was made beneficiary of a $156 million will allegedly signed by millionaire Howard Hughes (Jason Robards). After the film, Demme and key cast and crew members will discuss the film's creative process in a conversation moderated by Elvis Mitchell, former New York Times film critic. Tickets available in advance at www.coolidge.org/awardnews or at the Coolidge box office, 290 Harvard Street, Brookline.

This program is part of the 2010 Coolidge Award celebrations honoring Jonathan Demme. For a full listing of Coolidge Award events, visit www.coolidge.org/awardnews. Questions? Call 617/734-2501.