Directorial Debuts: The Return of the Secaucus Seven

The second in a new series focussing on the first films of established directors.

The film will be followed by a live in-person conversation and Q&A with JOHN SAYLES and our host, actor/director, JOHN CARROLL LYNCH.

Written & Directed by John Sayles

Cast: Mark Arnott, Gordon Clapp, Maggie Cousinaeu, Brian Johnson, Adam LeFevre, Bruce MacDonald, Jean Passenante, Maggie Renzi, John Sayles, David Strathairn

Seven baby boomers with ties to the antiwar movement of the ’60s get together for a weekend at the home of teachers Mike (Bruce MacDonald) and Katie (Maggie Renzi). What should be a peaceful reunion, however, is rife with drama. Longtime couple Jeff (Mark Arnott) and Maura (Karen Trott) are separating, speechwriter Irene (Jean Passanante) is self-conscious about her conservative boyfriend (Gordon Clapp), and Frances (Maggie Cousineau) has a flirtation with a local mechanic (David Strathairn).

1hr 46 mins / R