Bozeman Magazine

The Bozeman Film Society proudly presents New York Times’ Critic’s Pick, 'The Hero.' In a role written for him, Sam Elliot stars as Lee Hayden, an aging Western icon with a golden voice, whose best performances are decades behind him. He spends his days reliving old glories and smoking too much weed with his former-co-star-turned-dealer, Jere-my (Nick Offerman), until a surprise cancer diagnosis brings his priorities into sharp focus. He soon strikes up an exciting, contentious relationship with stand-up comic Charlotte (Laura Prepon), and he attempts to reconnect with his estranged daughter, Lucy (Krysten Ritter), all while searching for one final role to cement his legacy. Garnering well-deserved praise for his genuine portrayal of a man fearlessly reckoning with his life, Rolling Stone film critic David Freer raves; “You will almost assuredly leave The Hero knowing that Sam Elliott is a bona fide national treasure.” Also starring Katherine Ross, the film is rated R and runs 93 minutes. Tickets are available online at www.thellentheatre.com, or in person at the box office. The Ellen Theatre lobby opens at 6:30 pm for concession and bar; seating begins at 7:00 pm, shows begin at 7:30 pm. Visit www.bozemanfilmsociety.org for more information — “Keep ‘Em Flickering!”