Posted by Friends Of The Loews on May 30, 2003 at 09:29:49:
The Friends of The Loews, have 3 classic films to present in this one of a kind, 1920's movie palace, The Loews Jersey Theatre, which is currently being restored by volunteers. This amazing theatre has hosted some of the greatest artists and movies of our time. This weekends offerings are just $6 for adults, $4 for seniors & children 12 and under. Metropolis (1927)– Friday, May 30, 8PM. A late silent-era film, made in Germany, Metropolis is set in the then far-off year 2000, when a super rich techno-autocracy lives lavishly in skyscrapers while the masses are effectively enslaved far below. The War of the Worlds (1953)– Saturday, May 31, 4PM. $6 for adults, $4 for seniors and children under 12– OR – Save two dollars with a combination ticket also good for Alien for $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and children 12 and under. With brilliant pacing and then state of the art special effects, The War of the Worlds helped revolutionize the Sci-fi genre at mid century. It was also one of several films that marked the acceptance of science fiction as a serious, big-budget subject by the American movie studios, which up to then had for the most part relegated the genre to campy productions of Saturday afternoon serials. The movie was an efficient and effective re-telling of H.G. Welles' famous story of an overwhelming attack on Earth by Mars. Alien (1979) - Saturday, May 31, 8PM $6 for adults, $4 for seniors and children under 12– OR – Save two dollars with a combination ticket also good for Alien for $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and children 12 and under. Alien, with crisp acting, tight direction, and great special effects, was the biggest hit of 1979. It spawned not just several sequels but a new sub-genre of film – the fusion of science fiction and horror. For More info call (201)798-6055
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