SAM Films | Sometimes a Great Notion

Join us for a series of free matinees at the Seattle Art Museum from July 2025 through June 2026! Dive into films that reflect the themes from the art on view at SAM, connecting ideas from the museum’s exhibitions, collections, and programs to the big screen.

The spring film selections are expertly curated by Scarecrow Video and relate to Beyond Mysticism: The Modern Northwest.

🗓️ Featured Film:
June 27 | Sometimes a Great Notion
📽️ Directed by: Paul Newman, 1971, 1 hr 53 min
This gripping American drama, based on Ken Kesey’s novel, tells the story of the independent Stamper family of Oregon loggers struggling against union pressures. With powerful performances by Paul Newman, Henry Fonda, Lee Remick, Michael Sarrazin, and Richard Jaeckel, the film poignantly explores individualism, family loyalty, and resilience amid hardship, all against the stunning backdrop of the Pacific Northwest.

🕐 Doors open at 1:30 pm, so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot!

🎟️ Free with RSVP! Get your tickets here!

📍 Location: 1300 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98101