At the Liberty:"The Senior"

DAYTON — “The Senior,” directed by Rod Lurie (“The Outpost,” “The Contender”), is based on the autobiography, “The Senior: My Amazing Year as a 59-Year-Old College Football Linebacker” by Mike Flynt and Don Yaeger.

In 1971, Flynt was expelled from Sul Ross State University’s football team, losing his senior season, something he regretted for decades. In 2007, at age 59, he discovered he still had eligibility left, and rejoined the team. He became the oldest contributing player in NCAA history, inspiring many with his story of redemption.

Michael Chiklis, known for portraying strong, deeply human characters, portrays Flynt. The cast includes Mary Stuart Masterson and Rob Corddry.

The Rotten Tomatoes audience said, “Michael Chiklis and Mary Stuart Masterson make for a winning team, a heartfelt homage to a remarkable true story.” The audience gave it a strong rating of 94%.

The critics were less enthusiastic with a rating of 78%. Though one RT critic said even though it hits every familiar beat of an inspirational sports drama formula, it does not feel artificial.

Rated PG for thematic content, violence, language and a suggestive reference and has a runtime of 105 min.

The Rainier beer movie is coming October 10-14. “Rainier: A Beer Odyssey” is an independent feature documentary on the iconic, groundbreaking Rainier Beer TV commercials produced between 1974 to 1987. These commercials have remained cult favorites in the Pacific Northwest 50 years later. Come enjoy a can of Rainier while you enjoy the documentary feature film about the classic, groundbreaking commercials.

Directed and edited by Isaac Olsen and produced by the Peterson Brothers. Tickets will be sold online at libertytheater.org, or at the box office on Tues. and Fri., 2-5 p.m., or by phone at (509) 382-1380. Tickets will be sold at regular movie prices with general admission seating and regular movie times.

Upcoming Movies are “The Senior” on Oct. 3-7, “A Beer Odyssey (Rainier Beer Movie)” on Oct. 10-14, and “Hamilton” on Oct. 17-21