Film Events

Fri., Sept. 7, 2012

“Last Ounce of Courage” – Preview of this movie about a son of a fallen soldier who as a young adult seeks to reignite the patriotism and faith of his fellow countrymen. Shows at 1:30, 3:55, 7 and 9:40 p.m. at AMC River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave. $10/adults, $6/seniors, $7/children. (509) 458-7578.

“Your Sister’s Sister” – Saturday. Starring Emily Blunt, about a 30-something guy trying to find his way, in a pleasingly unconventional comedy-drama with a strong script and a trio of terrific performances from its three leads. Set against the damp foliage of the Pacific Northwest, Mark Duplass plays Jack, still reeling from his brother’s death a year earlier. Global Cinema Cafe Film. Shows at 7:30 p.m. at Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $7/adults, $6/seniors and students. (208) 263-9191.

North Spokane Anime Club – For teens in grades six or above. Watch anime episodes, eat snacks and more. Tuesday, 3:30 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Wild & Scenic Film Festival – Sept. 14-15. Presented by Pend Oreille-Clark Fork Conservancy. Shows 7 p.m. nightly. Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $10. (208) 263-9191.

“The Avengers” –Sept. 14-15. This comic book turned film tells the story of a superhero team featuring Iron Man, the Incredible Hulk, Captain America, Thor, Hawkeye and Black Widow who are faced with an enemy that threatens global security. A peacekeeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D. calls upon the Avengers in hopes of saving the world from total disaster. Free and open to the public. Part of the ASUI and Vandal Entertainment’s film series “Blockbuster in the Borah.” Showing Friday, 7 and 9:30 p.m., and Saturday, 2 and 7 p.m. University of Idaho, Student Union Building Ballroom, Borah Theatre, 709 Deakin Ave., Moscow. Free. (208) 885-7251.

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