On Friday, September 26, Paul Newman passed away at the age of 83. Because there are not enough superlatives to describe the man’s influence on movies, acting, and philanthropy, we propose this week-long Newman Film Festival you can have in your very own home. Each night includes a themed double feature, and an appropriate food choice from the Newman’s Own line of products.

Day 1 – Western Night
What to Watch: The Left Handed Gun & Hud

Newman played rogues better than just about anyone in the history of movies, but there were rare times when he played out and out bad guys. These two westerns, though very different in style, showcase this side of Newman’s talent.

What to Eat: Newman’s Own Organic Microwave Popcorn

Because a traditional genre like the western deserves the traditional movie treat.

Day 2 – Sports Night
What to Watch: Somebody Up There Likes Me & Slap Shot

Sports figured prominently in a few of Newman’s roles, and his own lifelong interest in billiards and car racing were well known. As boxer Rocky Graziano in Somebody Up There Like Me, Newman got his first big-time starring role. In Slap Shot, the hockey equivalent of Bull Durham, Newman is at his roguish best, recognizing the comedy in life alongside the pain.

What to Eat: Newman’s Medium Chunky Salsa w/chips

Because spicy and salty also sums up the world view presented in Slap Shot.

Day 3 – Ethics Night
What to Watch: Absence of Malice & The Verdict

As the wronged man in Absence of Malice, Newman grounds a film that might have otherwise slipped into a painfully schematic “issues” movie about the power of the press. In The Verdict, Newman takes advantage of the dialogue given to him by screenwriter David Mamet, offering up one of his finest performances.

What to Eat: Newman’s Own Chocolate Chip Cookies

Because you will need to counteract these mostly downbeat movies with some sugar.

Day 4 – Satire Night
What to Watch: Buffalo Bill and the Indians, or Sitting Bull’s History Lesson & The Hudsucker Proxy

Newman’s first collaboration with the iconoclastic director Robert Altman came in Buffalo Bill and the Indians, a messy but often very funny comedy that attempts to encompass so much of American History that it collapses, though it contains a number of fine and funny passages. The Hudsucker Proxy divides fans of the Coen Brothers, but Newman chews scenery beautifully as a powerful businessman.

What to Eat: Salad with Newman’s Own Light Lime Vinaigrette

Because the tart dressing complements the comedy in these movies.

Day 5 – Robert Redford Night
What to Watch: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid & The Sting

Because why wouldn’t you watch these two endlessly entertaining films whenever you had the chance?

What to Eat: Newman’s Own Organics Special Blend Extra Bold Coffee

So you can stay up all night and watch them both again.

Day 6 – Elder Statesman Night
What to Watch: Our Town & Nobody’s Fool

Newman’s turn as the stage manager in Thornton Wilder’s beloved play showcased the instrument that was Newman’s voice, and in Nobody’s Fool he gave arguably the greatest performance of his career as a rogue in winter.

What to Eat: Newman’s Own Pretzel Nuggets

Classic snack for an evening of classic Newman.

Day 7 – Fast Eddie Felson Night
What to Watch: The Hustler & The Color of Money

The Hustler stands up as a great movie after all these years, but not because of Newman. He’s great as the young pool player who compromises himself beyond recognition, but it’s George C. Scott and Jackie Gleason, as the old pros, who walk off with the movie. Newman got to play a synthesis of both those men as the grown-up Felson in The Color of Money. Some insist the Oscar he won for his work in Martin Scorsese’s film was more a lifetime achievement award, but those people aren’t paying attention to Newman’s remarkable subtlety - and his comic timing.

What to Eat: Newman’s Own Italian Sausage and Pepper Sauce w/pasta

Because you eat Italian when Marty is involved.