A DECENT MAN (2015)
111 minutes | French with English subtitles | Drama
About the Film
Director: Emmanuel Finkiel
Actors: Nicolas Duvauchelle, Mélanie Thierry, Driss Ramdi
After he is violently attacked in the street, Eddie wrongly identifies Ahmed, an ideal suspect whom he’d noticed a few days before the attack. While the legal machine gets underway with Ahmed, Eddie attempts to win back his wife and son through a new job. But Eddie soon becomes aware of the seriousness of his accusation and he’ll do anything to establish the truth, even if it means he risks losing everything.
PRAISE
Nicolas Duvauchelle was nominated for Best Actor at the 2017 César Awards and 2017 Lumière Awards for his performance in the film.
A Decent Man (Je ne suis pas un salaud) is a dark and brooding portrait of contemporary malaise…
– Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Review
Finkiel incisively builds his lead characters, subtly developing relationships along with alienation, resentment and racism to paint a picture of an average Joe whose weaknesses are distressingly commonplace.
– Jay Weissberg, Variety
About the Director
Emmanuel Finkiel was born on October 30, 1961 in Boulogne-Billancourt, Hauts-de-Seine, France. He is a director and writer, known for Voyages (1999), Je ne suis pas un salaud (2015) and Nulle part terre promise (2008).
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WATCH THE TRAILER
Join the French Cultural Center for their first Ciné-Club de l’Alliance of the fall as they screen the critically acclaimed thriller, Elle by Paul Verhoeven.
Isabelle Huppert puts in a Golden Globe worthy performance as Michèle Leblanc. Michèle seems indestructible. Head of a successful video game company, she brings the same ruthless attitude to her love life as to business. Being attacked in her home by an unknown assailant changes Michèle’s life forever. When she resolutely tracks the man down, they are both drawn into a curious and thrilling game-a game that may, at any moment, spiral out of control.
Who Says You Can’t Have Your Cake, And Drink It Too?
Amstel Xlight, Reebok, and Where Magazine have teamed up to bring you the series, “Fit for Real Life,” helping you maintain your fitness goals in 2018. After each series, Amstel Xlight wants to toast to your goals with their new 90 calorie beer!
Join us on the dates below at the new Reebok Flagship store, located in the Seaport! All guests will receive 40% off in the Reebok store on all items, and for every series you attend, guests are entered to win a grand prize of custom Reebok sneakers!
Dates
~March 14
~April 4
~May 2
~June 6
*Guests must attend 3 out of 5 events to be entered to win
A Cheese Filled Evening
On Wednesday, April 4th, the cheese stands together at Post 390 for a very special Massachusetts Cheese Trail Farm-to-Post dinner. Executive Chef Nick Deutmeyer has invited his cheesiest friends to the restaurant and created a menu to showcase the best in Massachusetts cheesemaking. Representatives from local fromageries like Upinngil Farm, Ruggles Hill Creamery, and Westfield Farm will be on-site to discuss their cheeses while you enjoy a four-course dinner with each course showcasing a different maker. The evening kicks off at 6:00pm with a welcome reception over passed hors d’oeuvres featuring three Upinngil Farm cheeses, followed by a quartet of queso courses, and finishing with a bonus cheese from Shy Brother’s Farm (in case you get the munchies in the Uber). Tickets are $55 including tax and tip, and if you can’t make it, the Mass. Cheese Trail menu will be available during dinner service at Post for a limited time.
RECEPTION
Upinngil Farm (Gill, MA)
Upinggillar, Spinach, Bacon, Paté Brisée
Feta, Cucumber, Oven Roasted Tomato
Ayrshire, Herbed Butter Cracker, Jagerwurst
FIRST COURSE
Robinson Farm (Hardwick, MA)
Arpeggio “the aroma and flavor notes of the terroir in one bite”
Early Spring Asparagus, Sugar-Stack Ham, Foraged Morels, Caramelized Onion Soubise
SECOND COURSE
Ruggles Hill Creamery (Hardwick, MA)
Greta’s Fair Haven “fruity, peppery, and densely textured”
Chilled Roast Chicken, Marbled Rye, Pickled Green Strawberries, Cracked Black Pepper, Green Peas
ENTRÉE
Westfield Farm (Hubbardston, MA)
Hubbardston Blue Cow “surface ripened…very soft and creamy center”
Garlic & Herb Leg of Lamb, Duck Fat Fried Potatoes, Lemon Smashed Peas, Pan Drippings
DESSERT
Smith Country Cheese (Winchendon, MA)
Extra Aged Gouda “creamy, nutty parm-like cheese”
Strawberry & Almond ‘Shortcake’, Aged Gouda Ice Cream, Strawberry-Gouda Crumb, Rhubarb Jam, Toasted Almonds
TAKE HOME
Shy Brother’s Farm (Westport Point, MA)
Hannahbells “thimble-shaped morsels that pack a dramatic throw-weight of pungency and lingering flavor”
Who Says You Can’t Have Your Cake, And Drink It Too?
Amstel Xlight, Reebok, and Where Magazine have teamed up to bring you the series, “Fit for Real Life,” helping you maintain your fitness goals in 2018. After each series, Amstel Xlight wants to toast to your goals with their new 90 calorie beer!
Join us on the dates below at the new Reebok Flagship store, located in the Seaport! All guests will receive 40% off in the Reebok store on all items, and for every series you attend, guests are entered to win a grand prize of custom Reebok sneakers!
Dates
~March 14
~April 4
~May 2
~June 6
*Guests must attend 3 out of 5 events to be entered to win
Who Says You Can’t Have Your Cake, And Drink It Too?
Amstel Xlight, Reebok, and Where Magazine have teamed up to bring you the series, “Fit for Real Life,” helping you maintain your fitness goals in 2018. After each series, Amstel Xlight wants to toast to your goals with their new 90 calorie beer!
Join us on the dates below at the new Reebok Flagship store, located in the Seaport! All guests will receive 40% off in the Reebok store on all items, and for every series you attend, guests are entered to win a grand prize of custom Reebok sneakers!
Dates
~March 14
~April 4
~May 2
~June 6
*Guests must attend 3 out of 5 events to be entered to win
If you can’t decide if you want to celebrate Cinco de Mayo or the Kentucky Derby then just celebrate both at this Boston bar in Back Bay and the home to one of the best outdoor patios. Guests can enjoy classics like a Mint Julep or Caballo Picante for the holidays and are encouraged to come dressed with hats and bowties. Plus, prizes will be awarded to the best dressed guest!
Mint Julep
* 2 oz. Bulleit Bourbon
* 1 oz. Simple Syrup
* Crushed Mint Garnish and Fresh Mint Sprig
Serve in a Highball with crushed ice
Caballo Picante
* 1oz. Don Julio Blanco
* 1oz. Montelobos Mezcal
* .5oz. Pineapple
* .5oz. Lime
* .5oz. Simple Syrup
* 1 Jalapeño sliced and shaken with ice server in a rocks glass.
Garnish with Jalapeno slices and lime wedge
*** For more information, please click here.
Fourth Annual Kentucky Derby Party at OAK Long Bar + Kitchen
On Saturday, May 5, giddyup to OAK Long Bar + Kitchen for its fourth annual Kentucky Derby Party! Mint Juleps will be flowing all afternoon, along with many Derby-inspired special cocktails. Purchase of a specialty cocktail gets you a raffle ticket with a randomly selected horse’s number – after the race winning tickets can be redeemed for a Maker’s Mark prize. The regular food menu will be available plus two southern-inspired specials: Hush Puppies and Hot Fried Chicken Sliders.
Derby attire is highly encouraged. Break out your finest seersucker, sundresses, bowties and hats – prizes will be awarded to “Best Dressed” and “Best Hat.” A big screen TV will be in the dining room for guests to catch all the action.
New this year: Saddle up at the best seats in the house! For $750, reserve a High-Top table with standing room for 12 people at 4:00pm in the heart of the restaurant. Table will include a round of Mint Juleps, two bottles of G.H. Mumm Courdon Rouge (the Official Champagne of the Kentucky Derby) and plenty of bar snacks. Only two High-Tops available, will book fast. Call 617-267-5222 to reserve.
No tickets required. Join the party starting at 4:00pm; the post time is 6:34pm and race time is 6:46pm. For reservations, please call 617-267-5222 or book via OpenTable.
DRINK SPECIALS
Mint Julep – 15
Maker’s Mark Bourbon, mint, lemon, crushed ice
Triple Crown – 15
peach infused Maker’s 46 old-fashioned
Winner’s Circle – 18
G.H. Mumm Brut Cordon Rouge, raspberries, lemon, titos vodka
Talk Derby To Me – 15
house rum blend, fresh juices, crushed ice
Horsing Around – 15
Sipsmith Gin, cucumber, jalapeno, agave, lemon
Frozen Margarita (because, Cinco De Mayo!) – 15
house margarita mix
MENU SPECIALS
Hush Puppies – 9
with remoulade
Hot Fried Chicken Sliders – 12
dukes, lettuce, cheddar, bread and butter pickles
Who Says You Can’t Have Your Cake, And Drink It Too?
Amstel Xlight, Reebok, and Where Magazine have teamed up to bring you the series, “Fit for Real Life,” helping you maintain your fitness goals in 2018. After each series, Amstel Xlight wants to toast to your goals with their new 90 calorie beer!
Join us on the dates below at the new Reebok Flagship store, located in the Seaport! All guests will receive 40% off in the Reebok store on all items, and for every series you attend, guests are entered to win a grand prize of custom Reebok sneakers!
Dates
~March 14
~April 4
~May 2
~June 6
*Guests must attend 3 out of 5 events to be entered to win
Meet and mingle with other Francophiles while celebrating La Chandeleur!
Also called Crêpe Day, la Chandeleur is a French holiday during which people traditionally eat crêpes and drink cidre. Though la Chandeleur is often associated with the Catholic holiday of Candlemas, it actually stems from pagan traditions. And, of course, there is the traditional coin ritual: if you can flip a crêpe while holding a coin in your other hand, you and your family will not have to worry about financial problems. There is even a fun legend that ties Napoleon’s misfortune with his time in Russia with the flipping of the crêpes!
The French Cultural Center will observe this popular holiday with crêpes and a variety of delicious toppings. All ages are invited and welcome to attend!
Please note: When you register for a family, you are registering per family. You will be required to answer a question on the number of family members that will attend.
Early RSVP recommended.
To learn more about the French Cultural Center, please click here.
