Two films — “The Climb” and “Ammonite” — open Nov. 13 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center Nov. 13.
“The Climb” is about a tumultuous but enduring relationship between two men across many years of laughter, heartbreak and rage. Kyle and Mike are best friends who share a close bond until Mike sleeps with Kyle’s fiancée. It is also the story of real-life best friends who turn their profound connection into a rich, humane and frequently uproarious film about the boundaries, or lack thereof, in all close friendships.
“The Climb,” which is rated R for language, sexual content, some nudity, and brief drug use, shows through Nov. 25.
In 1800s England, acclaimed but unrecognized fossil hunter Mary Anning (Kate Winslet) works alone on the rugged Southern coastline. With the days of her famed discoveries behind her, she now searches for common fossils to sell to tourists to support herself and her ailing mother. When a wealthy visitor entrusts Mary with the care of his wife Charlotte Murchison (Saoirse Ronan), she cannot afford to turn his offer down. Proud and relentlessly passionate about her work, Mary initially clashes with her unwelcome guest, but despite the distance between their social class and personalities, an intense bond begins to develop, compelling the two women to determine the true nature of their relationship.
“Ammonite,” which is rated R for some graphic nudity, graphic sexuality and brief language, shows through Nov. 25.
Show times are available on the Ross website or by calling 402-472-5353.
