ICONIC SILENT MOVIES accompanied by a LIVE ORCHESTA
FEATURE:
Buster Keaton's Sherlock Jr. (1924) Score by Evan Losoya
A young movie theater projectionist dreams of becoming a famous detective. Wrongly accused of stealing a watch, a hilarious reality-bending adventure begins. This gem includes ingenious gags and very impressive in-camera effects!
Short #1
Superman: The Bulleteers (1942)
Dangerous criminals in a bullet-shaped rocketship threaten Metropolis. Can Superman save the day? This short gem is animated by the legendary Fleischer Brothers!
Short #2
Georges Méliès' A Trip to the Moon (1902)
Wizards debate the science of space travel to the moon, but decide to set out to prove it can be done only to face the less-than-hospitable inhabitants! A Trip to the Moon is full of creativity and imagination -- the very first sci-fi movie!
Short #3
Charlie Chaplin's The Immigrant (1917)
Being an immigrant isn't easy. Charlie Chaplin stars in his Iconic comedy adventure. Blending brilliant physical comedy with genuine social commentary, the short film balances slapstick humor with a tender, realistic look at the struggles and resilience of newcomers arriving in a new land.
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About the Orchestra:
The Grand Feature Film Orchestra is a nonprofit, San Francisco-based group of professional musicians and engineers. With a passion for how music, sound effects, and visual media come together to tell stories, The Grand Feature Film Orchestra presents creative, original, and restored film scores live, perfectly synchronized with the action on the screen.
Drawing on legendary classic cinema, the GFFO brings historic world-premiere performances, mixed with modern flavors, to ensure an exciting and unforgettable live movie experience.
Returning By Popular Demand with a new program!
Tuesday, September 29 @ 7:00PM
Admission: $45 general
Senior (62 and over): $40
Child (11 and under): $15
Wednesday, September 30 @ 7:00PM
Admission: $45 general
Senior (62 and over): $40
Child (11 and under): $15