Wednesday, December 17, 6:00 p.m. & Monday, December 22, 6:00 p.m. | In one of his most uncharacteristic roles, Robert Redford stars as Jeremiah Johnson, a Mexican War veteran who moves to the Rocky Mountains, working as a trapper. Beset by the harsh conditions, personal tragedies, and encounters with hostile Crows, Johnson’s difficult life is balanced by fleeting happy family moments and the respectful relationships with other Native American tribes. Shot in Redford’s adopted state of Utah, the film’s stunning landscapes are a reflection of his passion for nature and environmental issues.
Golden Boy: A Robert Redford Retrospective | December 2–31, 2025
Robert Redford gained stardom during the final vestiges of Hollywood’s golden age. This overview series explores the range of Redford’s films and roles, from early star-making turns to late-career acting triumphs, and charts the changing face of American filmmaking over the last 60 years, which Redford had a strong hand in shaping. He worked hard and had talent but made it all look so easy—he was a natural.
The Film Center is ADA accessible. This presentation will be projected without open captions. The theater is hearing-loop equipped. For accessibility requests, please email filmcenter@saic.edu