The Historic
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Film being inspected by our projectionist, Steve Blair
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All films subject to change. Trust us, we don't like that situation any more than you, and we do our best to avoid it.
The Historic
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Film being inspected by our projectionist, Steve Blair
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To Catch a ThiefMarch 29 and 30
2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1955 - 1 hour, 46 minutes - Mystery, Romance, Thriller Rated PG Alfred Hitchcock's tale of a retired thief who sets out to prove his innocence after being suspected of returning to his former occupation. Starring: Cary Grant, Grace Kelly, Jessie Royce Landis Sponsored by: Marc Hagn |
Flash GordonApril 5
7:30 p.m., Friday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1980 - 1 hour, 51 minutes - Action, Adventure, Sci-fi Rated PG Flash Gordon is a 1980s reinterpretation of the classic pulp hero - a football star flung across worlds to fight the evil Emperor Ming the Merciless. Why we're showing it: With a classic Queen soundtrack and a campy space opera story, Flash Gordon is science fiction at it's most ridiculous (and fun!). Starring: Sam J. Jones, Melody Anderson, Max von Sydow, Brian Blessed Sponsored by: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk Paul Oefinger Middle Davids Candles |
Muppets from SpaceApril 6
2 p.m., Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1999 - 1 hour, 27 minutes - Action, Comedy, Family Rated G The mysterious muppet Gonzo is contacted by his alien family. He tries to connect with his extraterrestrial roots with the help of Kermit, Miss Piggy and the rest of the Muppets. Why we're showing it: In this family-friendly film, the beloved Muppets take on science-fiction Starring: Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire, Frank Oz, Bill Barretta Sponsored by: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk Paul Oefinger Middle Davids Candles |
2001: A Space OdysseyApril 6
7:30 p.m., Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1968 - 2 hours, 29 minutes - Adventure, Sci-fi Rated G An adaptation of Arthur C. Clarke's legendary science fiction novel, 2001 depicts mankind's long evolution towards space flight, culminating in two astronauts and the computer HAL 9000 embarking on a voyage to Jupiter to investigate a mysterious monolith. Why we're showing it: 2001: A Space Odyssey is a ground-breaking science fiction film courtesy of celebrated director Stanley Kubrick. It revolutionized how space flight was depicted in film and is still influencing generations of filmmakers today. Starring: Keir Dullea, Gary Lockwood, Douglas Rain Sponsored by: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk Paul Oefinger Middle Davids Candles |
For All MankindApril 7
5:30 p.m., Sunday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1989 - 1 hour, 20 minutes - Documentary, science Not Rated For All Mankind is a ground-breaking documentary cut together from actual footage shot by NASA astronauts on the Apollo moon missions. Why we're showing it: Using footage from various Apollo missions, this documentary depicts mankind's momentous journey to the moon, taking audiences from start to finish through the whole trip. Starring: Jim Lovell, Ken Mattingly, Russell Schweickart, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin Sponsored by: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk Paul Oefinger Middle Davids Candles |
Donations appreciated
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Theatre tours - including a showing of silent film
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A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's CourtApril 8
5:30 p.m., Monday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1949 - 1 hour, 46 minutes - Comedy, Family, Fantasy, Musical Rating: Approved Adapted from Mark Twain's classic novel, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court is the story of a modern New Englander transported to the days of King Arthur. Using his future knowledge (including that of an upcoming eclipse), the time traveler makes friends (and enemies) as he looks to find his way home. Why we're showing it: With one of the most momentous solar eclipses in film, how could we not show it? With the always engaging Bing Crosby as the titular Connecticut Yankee, this film will entertain fans of all ages as they wait for the eclipse traffice to clear. Starring: Bing Crosby, Rhonda Fleming, Cedric Hardwicke, William Bendix Sponsored by: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk Paul Oefinger Middle Davids Candles |
The Devil Wears PradaApril 19
7:30 p.m., Friday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 2006 - 1 hour, 49 minutes - Comedy, Drama Rated PG-13 A recently graduated journalism student lands a position working as an assistant to the editor-in-chief of a prominent fashion magazine - discovering that glamour is required to navigate the cutthroat world of fashion. Why we're showing it: Based on the popular novel (itself based on the notoriously difficult media executive Anna Wintour), The Devil Wears Prada was a star-making turn for Anne Hathaway, who played against a deliciously fierce Meryl Streep (who was nominated for an Academy Award for her performance). Starring: Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Stanley Tucci, Emily Blunt Sponsored by: Franklin Zeta Tri Kappa |
Admission is one canned or non-perishable food item collected day of show only.
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Cartoons for CansApril 20
11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film Approximately 45 minutes of classic cartoons - six unique cartoons at each showtime. Start your Saturday with a block of classic Warner Brothers cartoons and help stock the shelves at Interchurch Food Pantry. Admission for this event is one non-perishable food item. All goods will be donated to Interchurch Food Pantry. Sponsored by: Elba and Gene Portteus Branigin Foundation |
Bull DurhamApril 20
7:30 p.m., Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1988 - 1 hour, 48 minutes - Comedy, Romance, Sports Rated R A rookie pitcher with control problems is sent to down to the minor leagues to be coached by a veteran catcher. As the two butt heads, they also find themselves embroiled in a love triangle with a sultry baseball groupie. Starring: Kevin Costner, Susan Sarandon, Tim Robbins Sponsored by: The Criminal Defense Team |
Breakfast at Tiffany'sApril 24
7:30 p.m., Wednesday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1961 - 1 hour, 55 minutes - Comedy, Drama, Romance Rating approved A young New York socialite becomes interested in a young man who has moved into her apartment building, but her past threatens to get in the way. Starring: Audrey Hepburn, George Peppard, Patricia Neal Staff pick series sponsored by: Franklin Jewelers Staff pick selected by Kim Moss - patron relations and volunteer coordinator |
Night at the MuseumApril 26 and 27
7:30 p.m., Wednesday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 2006 - 1 hour, 48 minutes - Adventure, Comedy, Family Rated PG A newly recruited night security guard at the Museum of Natural History discovers that an ancient curse causes the animals and exhibits on display to come to life and wreak havoc. Starring: Ben Stiller, Carla Gugino, Ricky Gervais Sponsored by: Vaught Family Eye Care |
The Big LebowskiMay 3 and 4
7:30 p.m., Wednesday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1998 - 1 hour, 57 minutes - Comedy, Crime Rated R Jeffrey Lebowski, a burn-out who loves nothing more than a little bowling, a White Russian and some Creedence, finds himself embroiled in a kidnapping case with a lot of ins, a lot of outs, a lot of strands to keep straight - including German nihilists, Malibu kingpins and a similarly-named billionaire "The Big Lebowski." Starring: Jeff Bridges, John Godman, Julianne Moore Sponsored by: The Criminal Defense Team |