Olives and Greek Olive Oil Museum-Paul Newman: the blue-eyed legend

On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of Paul Newman's birth, the Piraeus Bank Group Cultural Foundation is organising a summer film tribute entitled "Paul Newman: the blue-eyed legend" in July and August at the Olive and Greek Oil Museum's outdoor space in Sparta. The tribute includes four emblematic films from the legendary blue-eyed American actor's prosperous film career.

Detailed screening schedule:

Monday, July 21st, 21:00
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
Drama | Color | USA | 1958 | Duration: 108’
Based on the play of the same name by Tennessee Williams
Director: Richard Brooks
Starring: Paul Newman, Elizabeth Taylor, Burl Ives
A wealthy landowner worries about the condition of his childless second son, while his marriage is in tatters. During his 65th birthday celebration, a series of events will reveal hidden family secrets that will change everyone's lives…
The film was nominated for six Oscars: Best Picture, Director, Best Actor (Paul Newman), Best Actress (Elizabeth Taylor), Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Cinematography.

Monday, August 4th, 21:00
The Hustler
Drama | Black and White | USA | 1961 | Running Time: 134’
Director: Robert Rossen
Starring: Paul Newman, Piper Laurie, Jackie Gleason, George C. Scott
Eddie Felson, a talented pool player, sets his sights on becoming the best player in the United States. He will seek to compete with the legendary Minnesota Fats to achieve his goal, but due to his overconfidence, he will lose and sink into disappointment. His encounter with a beautiful but alcoholic woman will further complicate his life…
The film won the Oscars for Best Cinematography and Production Design (for a black-and-white film). It was nominated for seven other Oscars: Best Picture, Director, Best Actor (Paul Newman), Best Actress (Piper Laurie), Best Supporting Actress (Jackie Gleason), Best Supporting Actor (George C. Scott) and Best Adapted Screenplay.

Monday, August 18th, 21:00
The Colour of Money
Drama | Color | USA | 1986 | Duration: 119’
Director: Martin Scorsese
Starring: Paul Newman, Tom Cruise, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio
The sequel, 25 years after the story of the charismatic billiards player Eddie Felson, involves him in training young players. Felson discovers a talented, unruly young man, Vincent, and offers to teach him the secrets of the game. However, Vincent gradually develops into an authority on billiards, causing Felson's jealousy. The clash between them will be inevitable…
Paul Newman won the Oscar for Best Actor, while the film was nominated for three other Oscars: Best Supporting Actress (Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio), Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Art Direction.

For more information, contact the Museum at 27310 89315 (daily, except Tuesday, 10:00-18:00).

Museum of Olives and Greek Oil
Othonos-Amalias 129, 231 00 Sparta
T: 27310 89315 | www.piop.gr