Travels with My Aunt

Gil Parondo, 1972
PG; 109 minutes

“Maggie Smith is grand in the multi-level role of Aunt Augusta—posturing, leaning and croaking as the ancient lady, breathless and wide eyed as the girl suddenly introduced to romance.” —Tony Mastroianni, Cleveland Press

An adaptation of Graham Greene's novel, this film chronicles the escapades of a free-spirited, eccentric, Auntie Mame-esque dowager (Maggie Smith) who takes her bookish bachelor nephew under her wing, involving him in old love affairs, espionage, kidnappings, and more. Smith earned a Best Actress Oscar nomination for this role.

The “My Favorite Films” series features tales of romance, humor, suspense, satire, and heroism with films since 1945. These films may hold special memories for you—no matter how many times you see them, they continue draw you in once more. While many of these films are available through streaming, it's always more fun to see them in the theatre.

This December, we spotlight the remarkable Dame Maggie Smith! Prepare to be enchanted by her captivating performances in two cinematic gems filled with adventure and intrigue. We offer these films as a heartfelt tribute to Smith’s illustrious career and invite audiences to indulge in the charm and allure of this Oscar-winning icon.

Make a day of it at the Modern and include extra time to visit the galleries. Enjoy lunch in Café Modern and then settle in for an afternoon screening, or plan for a coffee break afterwards with fellow film enthusiasts.

Screenings are at 2 pm most Wednesdays in the auditorium. Tickets are $5 (FREE for Modern members) and are available at the Museum’s admission desk or online. Click here to purchase tickets online.