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The Historic
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Film being inspected by our projectionist, Steve Blair
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A Members Only - FREE - showing
King KongOctober 6
7:30 p.m. - Friday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1933 - 1 hour, 40 minutes - Adventure, Fantasy, Horror Rating: Passed King Kong has been entertaining audiences for nine decades, capturing the world's imagination and never letting go. One of the biggest stars in film, both literally and figuratively, Kong is a long-lasting cultural icon, and it all starts with this film. Starring: Fay Wray, Robert Armstrong, Bruce Cabot A Members Only event. Click here to learn more about Membership and sign up today! |
Silent Movie masterpiece with live organ accompaniment by Jay Warren!
NosferatuOctober 7
7:30 p.m. - Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) 1922 - 1 hour, 34 minutes - Horror, silent Not rated A landmark film in cinema history, Nosferatu is one of the highest-regarded silent films of all time. F.W. Murnau's direction is one of the peaks of German Expressionism, a film movement that emphasized light and shadow, psychological horror and surrealism. Nosferatu still inspires filmmakers to this day, and is a true classic that still entertains modern viewers. This film will be accompanied by a live music score performed by Jay Warren - just how the film would have been screened in the 1920s. Starring: Max Schreck, Gustav von Wangenheim, Greta Schroeder |
Hocus PocusOctober 13 and 14
2 & 7:30 p.m. - Friday and Saturday October 15 2 & 5 p.m. - Sunday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1993 - 1 hour, 36 minutes - Comedy, fantasy Rated PG The witches are back again! Hocus Pocus has become a bit of an autumn tradition at the Artcraft Theatre. While it did poorly on initial release, Hocus Pocus has since become a beloved classic, bolstered by the delightfully wicked performances of the Sanderson Sisters - Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy and Sarah Jessica Parker. Starring: Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy Sponsored by: Henn Haworth Cummings + Page |
The Universal Horror Monster Madness festival features five classic films from Universal Studio, featuring some of their most fun but lesser seen monster movies.
This Island EarthOctober 20
7:30 p.m. - Friday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1955 - 1 hour, 26 minutes - Horror, Mystery, Sci-Fi Rating: Passed With flying saucers and interstellar transports, aliens abduct Earth's top scientist to help them fight an interstellar war. This Island Earth is one of the last in Universal Studio's decades-long run, putting a cap on the Universal Monsters with an iconic creature design and a classic of sci-fi cinema. Starring: Jeff Morrow, Faith Domergue, Rex Reason Marquee Sponsors: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk Gold Sponsor: Canines in Action Silver Sponsor: " ... And Sewing Is Half the Battle!" |
The Universal Horror Monster Madness festival features five classic films from Universal Studio, featuring some of their most fun but lesser seen monster movies.
House of FrankensteinOctober 21
2 p.m., Saturday (Doors open ~ 30 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1944 - 1 hour, 11 minutes - Fantasy Horror, Sci-Fi Rating: Passed Escaping from prison, a mad scientist vows to seek vengeance on his captors. His quest for revenge finds him encountering Count Dracula, Frankenstein's Monster and the Wolf Man. House of Frankenstein is the first to combine three of the most classic monsters Universal Studios ever put on film - with Dracula, Frankenstein's Monster and the Wolf Man all appearing. Notably, Boris Karloff plays the mad scientist, turning Frankenstein duties over to Glenn Strange. Starring: Boris Karloff, Lon Chaney Jr., John Carradine, J. Carrol Nash Marquee Sponsors: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk Gold Sponsor: Canines in Action Silver Sponsor: " ... And Sewing Is Half the Battle!" |
The Universal Horror Monster Madness festival features five classic films from Universal Studio, featuring some of their most fun but lesser seen monster movies.
Son of FrankensteinOctober 21
5 p.m., Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1939 - 1 hour, 39 minutes - Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi Rating: Approved The son of Doctor Frankenstein returns to his ancestral home. Finding the remains of the monster, the baron Frankenstein revives him in an attempt to prove his father's theories right. But the monster will only respond to the commands of the dastardly criminal Ygor, who has revenge on his mind. Son of Frankenstein is another Karloff/Lugosi pairing, with Karloff reprising his role as The Monster, and Lugosi originating the iconic 'Ygor/Igor' character. Starring: Boris Karloff, Basil Rathbone, Bela Lugosi, Josephine Hutchinson Local legend and horror host Sammy Terry will be present after the show for autographs in the theater lobby. Marquee Sponsors: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk Gold Sponsor: Canines in Action Silver Sponsor: " ... And Sewing Is Half the Battle!" Sammy Terry's appearance courtesy of: Alsip Law Office |
The Universal Horror Monster Madness festival features five classic films from Universal Studio, featuring some of their most fun but lesser seen monster movies.
The Black CatOctober 21
7:30 p.m., Saturday (Doors open ~ 30 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1939 - 1 hour, 39 minutes - Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi Rating: Approved A loose adaptation of the Edgar Allan Poe short story, The Black Cat pits a Hungarian psychiatrist against an Austrian architect, with a newlywed couple caught in the middle. The two old foes, with an enmity stemming from their experiences in WW1, match wits by engaging each other in psychological games and spiritual terror. The first of eight films to showcase the talents of both Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi, The Black Cat shows the two horror legends at the height of their powers. It is a landmark film in the horror genre, with psychological thrills and a surreal, strange atmosphere. Starring: Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, David Manners, Julie Bishop Local legend and horror host Sammy Terry will perform a stage show starting at 7:30 prior to the film screening. Marquee Sponsors: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk Gold Sponsor: Canines in Action Silver Sponsor: " ... And Sewing Is Half the Battle!" Sammy Terry's appearance courtesy of: Alsip Law Office |
The Universal Horror Monster Madness festival features five classic films from Universal Studio, featuring some of their most fun but lesser seen monster movies.
Island of Lost SoulsOctober 21
9:30 p.m., Saturday (Doors open ~15 minutes after end of previous show) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1939 - 1 hour, 10 minutes - Horror, Sci-Fi Rating: Approved While originally a Paramount production, Island of Lost Souls was made to capitalize on the success of the original run of Universal monster films - and is now distributed by Universal itself. Arguably the best film adaptation of Dr. Moreau, it is certainly one of the creepiest, with memorable performances from a very sinister Charles Laughton, Bela Lugosi and Kathleen Burke as Lota, the Panther Woman. Starring: Charles Laughton, Bela Lugosi, Richard Arlen, Kathleen Burke Local legend and horror host Sammy Terry will perform a stage show starting at 9:30 prior to the film screening. Marquee Sponsors: Larry and Nancy VanArendonk Gold Sponsor: Canines in Action Silver Sponsor: " ... And Sewing Is Half the Battle!" Sammy Terry's appearance courtesy of: Alsip Law Office |
Little Shop of HorrorsOctober 27 and 28
2 & 7:30 p.m. - Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1986 - 1 hour, 34 minutes - Comedy, Horror, Musical Rated PG-13 Feed me, Seymour! A nerdy florist finds his chance for success and romance with the help of a giant man-eating plant who demands to be fed. Starring: Rick Moranis, Ellen Greene, Vincent Gardenia Sponsored by: Martin and Linda Bielawski |
Artcraft Cooking SchoolNovember 2
7 p.m. - Thursday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) An evening of chefs on stage sharing recipes and tasty kitchen ideas! With special guests Chef Brian Mendenhall from C9 and Chef Charles Bryant from Grafton Peek Catering Sponsored by: Stout Renovations VIP sponsor: Patton Plumbing Raffle Sponsor: DuKate Fine Remodeling Grocery Sponsor: Indy Rolloffs |
A Reel Women / Vintage Wine event
All tickets are $10 ($5 for members) and include a glass of wine - or - a small popcorn, soda combo. All ages event, wine served with proper I.D. Steel MagnoliasNovember 3
7:30 p.m. - Friday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1989 - 1 hour, 57 minutes - Comedy, Drama, Romance Rated PG A young beautician, newly arrived in a small Louisiana town, finds work at the local salon, where a small group of women share a close bond of friendship, and welcome her into the fold. Starring: Shirley MacLaine, Olympia Dukakis, Sally Field Sponsored by: Vintage Whimsy |
Tickets available at the door - day of show only.
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Admission is just one canned or non-perishable good.
All goods will be donated to Interchurch Food Pantry. Cartoons for CansNovember 4
11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film Approximately 45-60 minutes (Six cartoons total) Start your Saturday with a block of six classic Warner Brothers cartoons. Laugh at Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Tweety and the whole gang. Different cartoons at different showtimes so you can enjoy both shows with no repeats! Sponsored by: The Rogers Family |
A Brew and View event
All tickets are $10 ($5 for members) and include a glass of beer - or - a small popcorn, soda combo. All ages event, beer served with proper I.D. RoboCopNovember 4
7:30 p.m. - Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1987- 1 hour, 42 minutes - Action, Crime, Sci-Fi Rated R In a dystopic and crime-ridden Detroit, a terminally wounded cop returns to the force as a powerful cyborg haunted by submerged memories. Starring: Peter Weller, Nancy Allen, Dan O'Herlihy Sponsored by: Promise Advisory Group, Shellee Pietras |
Members on sale now!
General Public on sale: Oct. 4 |
Admission is free for all veterans and active duty military.
Good Morning, VietnamNovember 10 and 11
2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1987- 2 hours, 1 minute - Action, Crime, Sci-Fi Rated R In 1965, an unorthodox and irreverent DJ named Adrian Cronauer begins to shake up things when he is assigned to the U.S. Armed Services radio station in Vietnam. Starring: Robin Williams, Forest Whitaker, Tom T. Tran Sponsored by: The Apple Works |
Members on sale now!
General Public on sale: Oct. 4 |
RockyNovember 17 and 18
2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1976- 2 hours - Drama, Sport Rated PG A small-time Philadelphia boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight the world heavyweight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect. Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young Sponsored by: Janette Koon, CFP, Craig Clements, CLF, Waddell and Reed |
Members on sale: Oct. 4
General Public on sale: Oct. 11 |
A Muppet Christmas CarolNovember 24 and 25
2 & 7:30 p.m. - Friday and Saturday November 26 2 & 5:30 p.m. - Sunday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film courtesy of the Branigin Film Library at The Artcraft Theatre 1992 - 1 hour, 25 minutes - Comedy, Drama, Christmas Rated G The Muppets present their own touching rendition of Charles Dickens' classic tale. Starring: Michael Caine, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmire Sponsored by: Franklin Tri Kappa |
Members on sale: Oct. 11
General Public on sale: Oct. 18 |
ElfDecember 1 and 2
2 & 7:30 p.m. - Friday and Saturday December 3 2 & 5:30 p.m. - Sunday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 2003 - 1 hour, 37 minutes - Adventure, Comedy, Christmas Rated PG Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn't know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit. Starring: Will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart Sponsored by: The Willard |
Members on sale: Oct. 25
General Public on sale: Nov. 1 |
A Members Only - FREE - showing
It Happened on Fifth AvenueDecember 14
7 p.m. - Thursday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1947- 1 hour, 56 minutes - Comedy, Music, Romance, Christmas Rating: Passed A homeless man sneaks in to reside at a millionaire's New York mansion while the owner is away for the winter. Others are invited to stay with him to share in their shelter and good finding. Unbeknownst to the crew, the owner returns and is forced to play along. Starring: Don DeFore, Ann Harding, Charles Ruggles A Members Only event. Click here to learn more about Membership and sign up today! |
Members on sale: Oct. 25
General Public on sale: Nov. 1 |
National Lampoon's Christmas VacationDecember 15 and 16
2 &7:30 p.m. - Friday and Saturday December 17 2 & 5:30 p.m. - Sunday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film 1989 - 1 hour, 37 minutes - Comedy, Christmas Rated PG-13 Clark Griswold's good intentions for a fun, old-time, family Christmas implodes into an unforgettable (and very relatable) hilarious disaster. Starring: Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, Juliette Lewis Sponsored by: Campbell Shuck Insurance |
Members on sale: Nov. 1
General Public on sale: Nov. 8 |
Die HardDecember 22 and 23
2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday (Doors open ~60 minutes prior to showtime) Scheduled to show on 35mm film courtesy of the Branigin Film Library at The Artcraft Theatre 1989 - 2 hours, 12 minutes - Action, Adventure, Christmas Rated R Yippee-kay-ya, Christmas lovers! End the Artcraft Christmas-movie season with a bang as our traditional showing expands from one to FOUR SHOWS!! John McClane tries to save his estranged wife and her office-mates from terrorists during a Christmas party at Nakatomi Plaza. Starring: Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, Bonnie Bedelia Sponsored by: Campbell Shuck Insurance |