Campus and community members will have the opportunity to view and discuss two thought-provoking films in October as part of the Fall Film Festival sponsored by the Ohio University-Chillicothe Cultural Affairs Committee.

As appropriate for the Halloween season, the film, “Candyman” falls under the theme of “horror” and tackle the motif in a manner that is designed to engage the audience. Pizza, pop and popcorn will be provided.

“There will be a short introduction to each movie prior to the viewing as well as an opportunity for discussion afterwards,’ said Tony Vinci, Ph.D., OU-C faculty member who is facilitating the series. “Good films are never meant to be mindless entertainment, but rather stories that ask us to grapple with our everyday lives. I hope to talk through the films on a deeper level. If I do my job well, anyone who attends these events will never say ‘it is only a movie’ again.”

The film series supports the campus’ emphasis on developing a learning community that extends beyond the classroom and bridges the campus and the region it serves.