The Historic
|
Film being inspected by lead projectionist, Steve Blair
|
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.
|
ScroogedDecember 18
7 p.m., Thursday This show is available to members only, as a thank you for supporting The Historic Artcraft Theatre. (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1988 - 1 hour, 41 minutes - Comedy, Fantasy, Christmas Rated PG-13 While preparing an overly commercialized live broadcast of A Christmas Carol, heartless TV executive Frank Cross is visited by the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future as they encourage him to change his ways. Click here to learn more about membership and sign up today! |
|
National Lampoon's Christmas VacationDecember 19, 20, and 21
2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday 2 & 5:30 p.m., Sunday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1989 - 1 hour, 37 minutes - Comedy, Christmas Rated PG-13 Scheduled to show on 35mm film It wouldn't be the Christmas season without the Griswolds. The Griswold family's plans for a big family Christmas predictably turn into a big disaster. Starring: Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Juliette Lewis Sponsored by: Campbell Shuck Insurance |
|
Muppet Christmas CarolDecember 22 and 23
2 p.m., Monday and Tuesday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1992 - 1 hour, 25 minutes - Comedy, Family, Christmas Rated G Scheduled to show on 35mm film courtesy of the Branigin Film Library at The Historic Artcraft Theatre The Muppets put their spin on the tale of an elder, Christmas-hating miser who is visited by spirits who foretell his future and share secrets from his past and present, which helps change his view on life. Starring: Michael Caine, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire Sponsored by: Keith and Cathy Armour |
|
Die HardDecember 22 and 23
7:30 p.m., Monday and Tuesday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1988 - 2 hours, 12 minutes - Action Rated R Scheduled to show on 35mm film courtesy of the Branigin Film Library at The Historic Artcraft Theatre Yippee Kay Yay, Christmas lovers! A New York City cop, John McClane, tries to save his estranged wife and several others taken hostage by terrorists during a Christmas Eve party at the Nakatomi Plaza skyscraper in Los Angeles, California. Starring: Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, Bonnie Bedelia Sponsored by: Hoosier Lottery Thanks to our evening sponsor Hooser Lottery who will be on site all weekend! The first 300 guests 18 and older will receive a FREE $1 Holiday Scratch-off from the Hoosier Lottery. Must be 18 or older to play. Gift responsibly. |
|
Wild Geese Bookshop presents
|
|
Jailhouse RockJanuary 9 and 10
2 and 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1957 - 1 hour, 36 minutes - Drama, Musical, Romance Rating: Approved Scheduled to show on 35mm film In prison, a convicted man learns to play the guitar from his cellmate, becoming an overnight, national sensation. Shown in honor of The King's birthday, Jailhouse Rock was Elvis Presley's third film. The performance of the titular song is iconic, and one of the all-time highlights of early rock and roll. Starring: Elvis Presley, Judy Tyler, Mickey Shaughnessy Sponsored by: Jeff Zaring |
|
Wild Geese Bookshop presents
|
|
Wild Geese Bookshop presents
|
|
The Thin ManJanuary 16
2 and 7:30 p.m., Friday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1934 - 1 hour, 31 minutes - Comedy, Mystery Rating: Approved Scheduled to show on 35mm film The debut film appearance of the fast-talking, quick-to-mix-a-cocktail detective couple Nick and Nora. Former detective Nick Charles and his wealthy wife, Nora, investigate a murder case, mostly for the fun of it. Starring: William Powell, Myrna Loy, Maureen O'Sullivan Sponsored by: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk |
|
After The Thin ManJanuary 17
2 and 7:30 p.m., Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1936 - 1 hour, 52 minutes - Comedy, Mystery Rating: Approved Scheduled to show on 35mm film Nick and Nora return to the big screen for another caper! Private detective Nick Charles and his wealthy wife, Nora, are back home at last and hoping for a quiet New Year when there is a murder. The obvious suspect is Nora’s cousin, Selma. Starring: William Powell, Myrna Loy, James Stewart Sponsored by: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk |
|
Bingo NightJanuary 20
First game: 7 p.m., Tuesday (Doors open at 5:30 p.m.) Enjoy a fun night of BINGO at the Artcraft. Admission is $20 and includes a six-face card. Ten games plus at least one bonus game. Additional cards will be $5. 18-and-over only. Concessions stand and bar will be open! Limited table seating will be available. Tickets will be available at the Artcraft office or at the doors on the day of the event. Gaming license 15532 Reference number 161652 Sponsored by: Humana |
|
Wild Geese Bookshop presents
|
|
mary poppinsJanuary 23 and 24
2 and 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1964 - 2 hours, 19 minutes - Comedy, Musical, Fantasy Rated G Scheduled to show on 35mm film A supercalifragilisticexpialidocious big screen experience! Dance and sing to the story of a magical nanny helping two neglected children grow closer to their father in turn-of-the-century London with help from a jovial chimneysweep and outlandish adventures! Starring: Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke, David Tomlinson Sponsored by: The Elba L. and Gene Portteus Branigin Foundation, Inc. |
On sale for members now!
On sale for general public: Dec. 17 |
Star Trek: The MOtion PictureJanuary 30 and 31
2 and 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1979 - 2 hours, 23 minutes - Sci-Fi, Adventure Rated G Captain Kirk and the crew of the USS Enterprise make their big screen debut! When an alien spacecraft of enormous power is spotted approaching Earth, Admiral James T. Kirk resumes command of the overhauled USS Enterprise in order to intercept it. Starring: William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley Sponsored by: Franklin Jewelers |
On sale for members:
Jan. 7 On sale for general public: Jan. 14 |
Bridget Jones's DiaryA Knit at Night event!
Bring your knitting, crotchet, crafts, and more to enjoy a lights half-up movie with other crafters. No crafts? No problem! The Knitting Otter and Wild Geese Bookshop will be vending on site. February 12
7 p.m., Thursday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 2001 - 1 hour, 37 minutes - Romantic Comedy, Drama Rated R A woman struggling against her age, her weight, and her job seeks to improve herself while she looks for love in a year in which she keeps a personal diary. Starring: Renée Zellweger, Colin Firth, Hugh Grant Knit at Night series is sponsored by: The Knitting Otter |
On sale for members:
Jan. 7 On sale for general public: Jan. 14 |
An American In ParisFebruary 19
1:30 p.m., Thursday Swartz Senior Series A special showing for the more experienced movie lovers, 55 and over! Free admission and concessions. Tickets for this showtime available day of show ONLY when doors open at 12:30 p.m. Free admission courtesy of: Swartz Family Community Mortuary Free concessions provided by: Astral at Franklin February 20 and 21
2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1951 - 1 hour, 54 minutes - Musical, Drama, Romance Rating: Approved Scheduled to show on 35mm film Three friends struggle to find work in Paris. Things become more complicated when two of them fall in love with the same woman. Starring: Gene Kelly, Leslie Caron, Oscar Levant Sponsored by: Franklin Symphonic Council |
On sale for members:
Jan. 14 On sale for general public: Jan. 21 |
The African QueenFebruary 27 and 28
2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1951 - 1 hour, 45 minutes - Adventure, Drama, Romance Rating: Approved In WWI East Africa, a gin-swilling Canadian riverboat captain is persuaded by a strait-laced English missionary to undertake a trip up a treacherous river and use his boat to attack a German gunship. Starring: Humphrey Bogart, Katharine Hepburn, Robert Morley Sponsored by: Craig Clements, CLF, Waddell and Reed; Janette Koon |
On sale for members:
Jan. 14 On sale for general public: Jan. 21 |
Celebrating 35mm day with $3.50 admission
Black OrpheusMarch 5
7:30 p.m., Thursday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1959 - 1 hour, 40 minutes - Musical, Tragedy, Drama Rated PG Scheduled to show on 35mm film > WINNER: Best Foreign Language Film, Academy Awards, 1960 Young lovers run through the favelas of Rio during Carnaval, on the lam from a hitman dressed like Death and a vengeful fiancée while passing through moments of reality and fantasy. >> A retelling of the Orpheus and Eurydice myth, set during the time of the Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro. Starring: Breno Mello, Marpessa Dawn, Lourdes deOlivira Sponsored by: Danny and Kristen Causey |