At the Liberty:"Nuremberg"

DAYTON — “Nuremberg” chronicles the true story of the eponymous trials held by the Allies against the defeated Nazi regime. The film centers on American psychiatrist Douglas Kelley (Rami Malek), who is tasked with determining whether Nazi prisoners are fit to stand trial for their war crimes. He finds himself in a complex battle of wits with Hermann Goring (Russell Crowe), Hitler’s right-hand man. Rated PG-13 for violent content involving the Holocaust, strong disturbing images, suicide, some language, smoking, and brief drug content. Runtime is 148 minutes.

The audience comments on Rotten Tomatoes included, “Russell Crowe and Rami Malek deliver a thought-provoking psychological duel in ‘Nuremberg,’ a film that offers both dramatic weight and historical depth,” giving the movie a 95% rating. In contrast, the RT critics’ consensus was slightly more reserved, at 72%.

Critics’ comments included, “Driven by a commanding performance from Russell Crowe, ‘Nuremberg’ is a handsomely crafted historical drama, but its measured pacing and emotional restraint keep it from fully realizing the complexity of its subject.”

The 2026 Variety Show, “Hello. My name is…” will feature songs and skits about names, including “Hey Jude,” “Billie Jean,” and “Cecilia.” Information Night is on Wednesday, January 7, at 6 p.m. Auditions are January 8 and 10, and rehearsals begin on February 2. There will be two weekends of performances this year, April 17-19 and April 24-26.

On Saturday, January 17, at 3 p.m., the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West - Clarinet Quartet will be performing at The Liberty Theater. This is a free concert presented by the Walla Walla Chamber Music Festival at The Liberty.

That’s right, this is a free concert, but tickets must be reserved at https://BANDOFTHEGOLDENWESTCLARINETQUARTET.eventbrite.com. The quartet will perform songs including “America” from “West Side Story,” the national anthem, and the “Armed Services Medley.”

Coming January 30 through February 1, is the Washington State Premiere of “Doc Franklin Escapes Cambridge (An Artificial IntelliGent’s Adventure)” by Barbara Pease Weber. This live performance comedy is directed by Bev Startin and features an all-local actor cast. Tickets are on sale at libertytheater.org or at the box office on Tuesdays and Fridays from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Upcoming Movies: “Nuremberg” on Jan. 9-13, “Song Sung Blue” on Jan. 16-20, and “Avatar: Fire and Ash” on Jan. 23-27.