Library Introduces Janus Film Club
Published on January 22, 2026
January 22, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Olivia Radbill, Adult Services/Local History Librarian
Phone: (626) 403-7359
Email: oradbill@southpasadenaca.gov
Subject: South Pasadena Public Library Introduces Janus Film Club
South Pasadena, Calif. – The South Pasadena Public Library is pleased to introduce the Janus Film Club, beginning on February 6, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Library Community Room, located at 1115 El Centro Street, South Pasadena, CA 91030. At each meeting, we will screen a selection from the Janus Films catalog followed by a short group discussion about the film.
Founded in 1956, Janus Films is the premier distributor of culturally significant classic and contemporary art house films. Janus Films cover a wide range of genres, languages, film eras, and artistry.
Below are the dates, times, and titles of all 2026 Janus Film Club meetings:
Date: Friday, February 6, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Film: Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance (1972)
Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Film: Stromboli (1950)
Date: Friday, April 3, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Film: Dos Monjes (1934)
Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Film: Taste of Cherry (1997)
Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Film: Xala (1975)
Date: Friday, September 4, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Film: My Dinner with Andre (1981)
Date: Friday, October 2, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Film: Eyes Without a Face (1960)
Date: Friday, December 11, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Film: Vagabond (1985)
This program is made possible by the generous support of the Friends of the South Pasadena Public Library. The Library is located at 1100 Oxley Street in South Pasadena. For information about services and programs, visit our website at www.southpasadenaca.gov/library. The Library is open Monday, Friday, Saturday 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Upon request made no later than four (4) business days before the event, the City will provide a reasonable accommodation for a qualified person with a disability to have equal access to the event. Please call (626) 403-7431 or fill out the City’s request form available at www.southpasadenaca.gov/ADA and email the form to Human Resources at HR@southpasadenaca.gov.
About the City of South Pasadena
The City of South Pasadena is a charming community, situated only six miles from downtown Los Angeles. Called the City of Trees, the area is known for its stunning homes, unique small businesses, and top-quality schools. South Pasadena’s diverse population of about 25,000 occupies a mere 3.44 square miles of flatlands and hillsides on the west side of the San Gabriel Valley. This small-town atmosphere makes South Pasadena one of California's most desirable locations.
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