“The Phoenician Scheme,” will be shown at the Fredonia Opera House on Saturday, July 12, and Tuesday, July 15, at 7:30 p.m. The Tuesday night screening will be shown with captions visible on the screen.

The Cinema Series continues at the 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center with screenings of “The Phoenician Scheme,” starring Benicio Del Toro, on Saturday, July 12, and Tuesday, July 15, at 7:30 p.m. The Tuesday night screening will be shown with captions visible on the screen.

In Wes Anderson’s hilarious and star-studded new film, wealthy businessman Zsa-zsa Korda (Del Toro) appoints his only daughter, a nun, as sole heir to his estate. As Korda embarks on a new enterprise, the two soon become the target of scheming tycoons, foreign terrorists, and determined assassins. The film also features Benedict Cumberbatch, Tom Hanks, Scarlett Johansson, Bill Murray, and Bryan Cranston.

The Austin Chronicle calls the film “a lovely lark, a spirits lifter.” Paste Magazine calls it “a film that’s filled with so many wonderful moments that it’s a joy to behold.” Consequence calls it “a colorful, enjoyable yarn by one of the best cinematic confectioners around. One with some real heart to it.” The Independent (UK) says “each scene contains something to savour – a goofy visual gag, some deadpan dialogue or the use of a surprising prop.” Rated PG-13 for nude images, bloody images, smoking throughout, some sexual material, and violent content, “The Phoenician Scheme” runs one hour, 41 minutes.

Tickets are available at the door for $7 (adults), $6.50 (seniors & Opera House members) and $5 (students) the night of each screening. The Opera House is equipped with assistive listening headsets for the hearing-impaired. Simply request one from any usher or staff member. The Opera House Cinema Series is generously sponsored by Lake Shore Savings Bank.

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center is a member-supported not-for-profit performing arts center with a mission to “present the performing arts for the benefit of our community and region … providing access to artistic diversity … and high-quality programming at an affordable price.” It is located in Village Hall in downtown Fredonia. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.fredopera.org.