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American Cinematheque - Egyptian Theatre

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About

The American Cinematheque is a non-profit, viewer-supported cultural organization dedicated exclusively to the public presentation of the Moving Picture in all its forms. The Cinematheque presents the best of film and video - ranging form the classics to the outer frontiers of the art form.

Purpose

The American Cinematheque was created in 1981:

- to honor and promote America’s indigenious art form -- the Moving Picture;

- to present the full range of film and video, not otherwise available to the widest possible audience;

-  to establish a forum for an on-going dialogue between filmmakers and filmgoers; 

- to provide a high profile exhibition facility for other independent film and video organizations;

- to encourage and support new talent by creating a showcase for their work.


Upcoming Events at American Cinematheque - Egyptian Theatre

Film: La Libertad

Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 at 1:00pm
Los Feliz 3 Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
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Watch Local: Little Tokyo - The Crimson Kimono

Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 at 4:00pm
Los Feliz Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
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Films: Los Muertos / Liverpool

Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 at 7:00pm
Aero Theatre
Santa Monica, CA
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Arab American Women Night of Shorts

Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 at 7:00pm
Los Feliz Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
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Heaven's Gate

Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 at 7:00pm
Egyptian Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
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La Chimera

Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 at 10:00pm
Los Feliz Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
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Lisandro Alonso Presents ‘The Exiles’

Sunday, Apr 28, 2024 at 1:00pm
Los Feliz 3 Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
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Pandora's Box

Sunday, Apr 28, 2024 at 2:00pm
Egyptian Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
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Film: Fantasma

Sunday, Apr 28, 2024 at 4:00pm
Los Feliz 3 Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
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Film: Gangubai Kathiawadi

Sunday, Apr 28, 2024 at 7:00pm
Aero Theatre
Santa Monica, CA
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Femme

Sunday, Apr 28, 2024 at 10:00pm
Los Feliz Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
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La Chimera

Monday, Apr 29, 2024 at 10:00pm
Los Feliz Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
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Ex Machina

Tuesday, Apr 30, 2024 at 7:00pm
Los Feliz Theatre
Los Angeles, CA
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Recent News

Submissions Open: Beyond Fest, Friend of the Fest, and PROOF

PROOF PROOF is a short film festival in Los Angeles dedicated to showcasing the best in proof-of-concepts. Providing a highly competitive and unique festival experience, as well as opening the door for fruitful future filmmaking opportunities,…

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American Cinematheque Happenings Newsletter - January 18, 2024

REMINDER THE SOPRANOS 25th Anniversary Panel with creator David Chase and executive producers Terence Winter and Matthew Weiner Sun. Feb 4, 2024 | 4:00pm Egyptian Theatre Members-Only Event! Not a member? Join today. Tickets will be…

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American Cinematheque Happenings Newsletter - January 10, 2024

JUST ADDED EGYPTIAN PEEPING TOM Sat. Jan 27, 2024 | 4:00pm Egyptian Theatre LA Premiere of 4K Restoration! TICKETS RE-ANIMATOR + Q&A with actors Jeffrey Combs, Barbara Crampton and producer Brian Yuzna Fri. Feb 2, 2024 | 7:00pm…

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American Cinematheque Happenings Newsletter - January 3, 2024

JUST ADDED EGYPTIAN YOUTH (SPRING) + Q&A with filmmaker Wang Bing Sun. Jan 14, 2024 | 2:00pm Egyptian Theatre We are thrilled to welcome a rare U.S. appearance by filmmaker Wang Bing to the Egyptian Theatre for his latest film about…

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American Cinematheque Happenings Newsletter - January 1, 2024

JANUARY GIALLO TORSO / STRANGE VICE OF MRS. WARDH + Q&A with filmmaker Sergio Martino Sat. Jan 20, 2024 | 7:00pm Egyptian Theatre 'Cinematic Void' TICKETS Cinematic Void Presents 'January Giallo' January 1 - January 29, 2024 …

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American Cinematheque Happenings Newsletter - December 13, 2023

EDWARD YANG RETROSPECTIVE Edward Yang: An American Cinematheque Retrospective January 19, 2024 - January 28, 2024 Aero Theatre and Egyptian Theatre The American Cinematheque is honored to pay tribute to filmmaker Edward Yang, a pioneer of…

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American Cinematheque Happenings Newsletter - December 4, 2023

LIVE ACTION SHORTS PROGRAM American Cinematheque Live Action Short Film Spotlight Tue. Dec 12, 2023 | 7:30pm Los Feliz 3 Free Screening RSVP The American Cinematheque is proud to present a special night of short films. This program is a…

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Egyptian Theatre Returns! AC Announces full November Slate. Tickets on Sale at 12:00pm PT!

EGYPTIAN THEATRE GRAND (RE)OPENING The American Cinematheque is proud to announce its opening schedule and welcome back our members and audiences to explore the newly restored landmark Egyptian Theatre! This year, we celebrate the 101st…

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Beyond Fest 2023 Full Festival Lineup!

Beyond Fest 2023 Tue. Sep 26 - Tue. Oct 10, 2023 Beyond Fest, the highest-attended genre film festival in the US, returns for its 11th outing with a 55-feature slate spanning 15 days of cinematic excess, including 5 world premieres, 3 North…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - August 29, 2023

PROOF Film Festival Fri. Oct 20 - Sun. Oct 22, 2023 Culver Theatre 9500 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 Presenting Partner: Canva PROOF is a short film festival in Los Angeles dedicated to showcasing the best in proof-of-concepts. Designed for…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - July 31, 2023

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American Cinematheque Happenings - July 21, 2023

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American Cinematheque Happenings - July 11, 2023

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American Cinematheque Happenings - July 7, 2023

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American Cinematheque Happenings - June 30, 2023

JUST ADDED 'Hello, I’m Troy McClure' Wed. Jul 12 - Sat. Jul 29, 2023 Los Feliz 3 Series includes: THE PEOPLE THAT TIME FORGOT, SEIZURE, HUMANOIDS FROM THE DEEP, A SUMMER PLACE, WARLORDS OF ATLANTIS and MONSTER ON THE CAMPUS SERIES…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - June 27, 2023

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American Cinematheque Happenings - June 22, 2023

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American Cinematheque Happenings - June 21, 2023

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American Cinematheque Happenings - June 20, 2023

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American Cinematheque Happenings - June 9, 2023

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American Cinematheque Happenings Newsletter - May 8, 2023

JUST ADDED 'Nicole Holofcener: An American Cinematheque Tribute' Fri. May 19 - Sat. May 20, 2023 Aero Theatre and Los Feliz 3 The American Cinematheque is proud to welcome American filmmaker Nicole Holofcener to the Aero Theatre for an advance…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - May 5, 2023

JUST ADDED 'The American Cinematheque’s Dangerous Nights Crew: Let’s Watch’m' Sat. May 13 - Wed. May 31, 2023 Los Feliz 3 Films include: COLLATERAL, NIGHTCRAWLER, ZODIAC, JUDGMENT NIGHT, THE WARRIORS, AFTER HOURS and…

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American Cinematheque Happenings Newsletter - May 1, 2023

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American Cinematheque Happenings Newsletter - April 27, 2023

'Boundless Damnation: The Films of Béla Tarr' Tue. Jun 6 - Sat. Jun 10, 2023 Aero Theatre and Los Feliz 3 The American Cinematheque is thrilled to welcome Hungarian filmmaker Béla Tarr for an in-person retrospective featuring…

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American Cinematheque - Full Festival Announcement

'Bleak Week: Cinema of Despair - Year 2' Thu. June 1 - Wed. Jun 7, 2023 Aero Theatre and Los Feliz 3 The American Cinematheque is proud to announce the second annual ‘Bleak Week: Cinema of Despair,’ a weeklong festival that spotlights…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - April 19, 2023

Michael Haneke: An American Cinematheque Retrospective Thu. May 4 - Sat. Jun 3, 2023 Aero Theatre and Los Feliz 3 The American Cinematheque is thrilled to present this complete film retrospective for one of the most celebrated filmmakers of…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - April 18, 2023

'Paul Schrader's Man In A Room Trilogy' Mon. May 8 - Tue. May 9, 2023 Aero Theatre The American Cinematheque is proud to welcome acclaimed filmmaker Paul Schrader to the Aero Theatre for a special presentation of his 'Man in a Room' trilogy, which…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - March 24, 2023

DONNIE DARKO / THE EVIL DEAD Sun. Apr 9, 2023 | 7:30pm Aero Theatre Easter Sunday Double Feature! Sponsored by MUBI TICKETS THE DOOM GENERATION + Q&A with filmmaker Gregg Araki and actor James Duval Thu. Apr 20, 2023 | 10:00pm Los Feliz…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - March 3, 2023

PIERROT LE FOU / JE TU IL ELLE Fri. Mar 24, 2023 | 7:30pm Aero Theatre 'Godard: L'influenceur' Series TICKETS JUST ADDED LF3 SPLIT AT THE ROOT + Q&A with filmmaker Linda Goldstein Knowlton Tue. Mar 7, 2023 | 7:00pm Los Feliz 3…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - February 21, 2023

SEVEN BEAUTIES / THE SECRET OF SANTA VITTORIA + pre-screening Q&A with actor Giancarlo Giannini Sun. Mar 5, 2023 | 7:30pm Aero Theatre TICKETS Cinematic Void Presents March Movie Madness Mon. Mar 6 - Mon. Mar 27, 2023 Los Feliz 3…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - January 17, 2023

SET IT OFF + Q&A with casting director Robi Reed Mon. Jan 30, 2023 | 7:30pm Aero Theatre ‘Perpetratin’ Realism’ Series F. Gary Gray’s sophomore feature after FRIDAY (1995) was an instant box office success, nominated…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - January 12, 2023

Here's to Ana Lily Amirpour! A Celebratory Tribute Fri. Jan 27 - Sun. Jan 29, 2023 Los Feliz 3 The American Cinematheque is proud to welcome acclaimed filmmaker Ana Lily Amirpour in-person for a weekend tribute at the Los Feliz 3. Amirpour joins…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - January 11, 2023

Jafar Panahi's NO BEARS Limited Engagement Thu. Jan 19 - Tue. Jan 24, 2023 Los Feliz 3 In his new virtuosic sleight-of-hand — completed shortly before his imprisonment in July 2022 — Jafar Panahi plays a fictionalized version of…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - December 19, 2022

GIFT MEMBERSHIP Annual Gift Memberships available for every level of American Cinematheque membership: Film Club ($85), Friend of AC ($155), Patron ($400), Silver Screen ($1200), Marquee ($5000). Give the gift of cinema with over 1000+ screenings…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - November 14, 2022

THIRTEEN LIVES / APOLLO 13 + Q&A with director Ron Howard and producer Brian Grazer Mon. Nov 14, 2022 | 7:00pm Aero Theatre Free screening! RSVP LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE Mon. Nov 14, 2022 Los Feliz 3 'Paul Dano: An American Cinematheque…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - October 31, 2022

'Watch Local: The Discreet Charm of the San Fernando Valley' Series November 2022 This month we’re visiting the San Fernando Valley, home of hippie housewives, adult entertainers, and mall-loving teens. Though the Valley became a high…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - October 28, 2022

RRR + Q&A with filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli Fri. Nov 18, 2022 | 7:00pm Co-Presented by Beyond Fest! Aero Theatre TICKETS Beth de Araújo Presents KILLER OF SHEEP Sun. Nov 6, 2022 | 1:00pm Los Feliz 3 'Sunday Print Edition'…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - October 7, 2022

Kingdom of the Shatner: 3-Film William Shatner Marathon + Q&A with William Shatner Sun. Oct 9, 2022 | 12:00pm MUBI Theatre at the Aero Films include: KINGDOM OF THE SPIDERS, THE DEVIL'S RAIN and IMPULSE – World Premiere of New 4K…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - October 5, 2022

'Martin McDonagh: An American Cinematheque Retrospective' Thu. October 13 – Thu. October 27, 2022 Los Feliz 3 Following the sold-out West Coast Premiere of THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN at Beyond Fest 2022, the American Cinematheque is…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - September 29, 2022

GERMAN CURRENTS 2022 Fri. Oct 21 Los Feliz 3 The 16th annual German Currents festival features some of the best recent films from Germany, most of which make their Los Angeles premieres here. Join us for our screenings at the Los Feliz 3 and the…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - September 26, 2022

Join us for 31 free Beyond Fest screenings at the Shudder Theatre at the Los Feliz 3, including World Premieres, U.S. Premieres, West Coast Premieres and live conversations with filmmakers. RSVPs for all free events will be available on our…

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American Cinematheque - September 14 at 10am! Beyond Fest 2022 Tickets On Sale

Beyond Fest 2022 Tue. Sep 27 - Tue. Oct 11, 2022 10th Anniversary Year! Reminder, Beyond Fest Tickets on sale begins at 10:00 AM PT. Watch social for updates! TICKETS We have set up a temporary waiting room to improve user experience on the…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - September 12, 2022

STARS AT NOON + Pre-recorded Q&A with filmmaker Claire Denis Second feature TBD Wed. Oct 12, 2022 | 7:30pm Aero Theatre Advance Screening! Co-presented with A24 TICKETS 8 1/2 WOMEN + Q&A with actor Vivian Wu Wed. Sep 14, 2022 |…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - September 13, 2022

Beyond Fest 2022 Tue. Sep 27 - Tue. Oct 11, 2022 10th Anniversary Year! Beyond Fest, the highest-attended genre film festival in the US, is excited to announce its 10th anniversary slate featuring 63 feature films screening across 5 locations:…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - August 29, 2022

Krzysztof Kie?lowski's THREE COLORS: BLUE / WHITE / RED Sun. Sept 4, 2022 | 5:00pm Aero Theatre Triple Feature! TICKETS CABARET Tues. Sept 6, 2022 | 7:30pm Aero Theatre Program begins with a live recording of the Greg Proops Film Club…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - August 26, 2022

'Nora Ephron: An American Cinematheque Retrospective' Fri. Sep 2 - Sat. Sep 17, 2022 Aero Theatre and Los Feliz 3 The American Cinematheque is proud to present this retrospective for acclaimed author and filmmaker Nora Ephron in celebration of…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - July 26, 2022

BULLET TRAIN + Q&A with filmmaker David Leitch and producer Kelly McCormick Tue. Aug 2, 2022 | 8:00pm Aero Theatre Free Advance Screening! Co-Presented by Beyond Fest Made possible with the support of Sony Pictures and 87North In Sony…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - July 22, 2022

FUNNY PAGES + Pre-recorded Q&A with filmmaker Owen Kline Fri. Aug 19, 2022 | 7:00pm Los Feliz 3 Advance Screening! Co-Presented by A24 Owen Kline makes his directorial debut with this bitingly funny coming-of-age story of a teenage…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - July 18, 2022

ULTRA CINEMATHEQUE 70: The American Cinematheque’s 70mm Festival Fri. July 1 - Sat. Aug 6, 2022 Aero Theatre Remaining films include: AIRPORT, VERTIGO, STARMAN, HOWARD THE DUCK, SPARTACUS, KHARTOUM, THE HATEFUL EIGHT, IT'S A MAD, MAD,…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - July 11, 2022

SHORT CUTS + Q&A with actors Andie MacDowell, Madeleine Stowe, and Anne Archer Sun. July 17, 2022 | 7:30pm Aero Theatre Not screened theatrically in 20 years! 'Ultra Cinematheque 70 Fest' TICKETS ULTRA CINEMATHEQUE 70: The American…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - July 6, 2022

MRS. HARRIS GOES TO PARIS + Q&A with filmmaker Anthony Fabian Wed. July 13, 2022 | 7:30pm Free Members-Only Advance Screening! Aero Theatre From writer-director Anthony Fabian, MRS. GOES TO PARIS is the enchanting tale of a seemingly…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - June 22, 2022

OFFICIAL COMPETITION Limited Engagement Fri. July 8 - Fri. July 15, 2022 Los Feliz 3 When a billionaire entrepreneur impulsively decides to create an iconic movie, he demands the best. Renowned filmmaker Lola Cuevas (Penélope Cruz) is…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - June 20, 2022

HARD EIGHT Fri. June 24, 2022 | 7:30pm Aero Theatre Philip Baker Hall Tribute Screening TICKETS THE LAST DAYS OF PTOLEMY GREY Mon. June 20, 2022 | 7:30pm Aero Theatre Free Screening of Episode 1, "Reggie", and Episode 2, "Robyn" 'Samuel L.…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - June 13, 2022

NEPTUNE FROST Limited Engagement Fri. June 17 – Sat. June 25, 2022 Los Feliz 3 'It Came from Outside the U.S.' Series June 17th screening will include a Q&A with filmmakers Saul Williams and Anisia Uzeyman following the film. …

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American Cinematheque Happenings - June 10, 2022

Black Culture Remix: Why the 1990s is Even Fresher Today Virtual Panel with with Stephanie Allain, Jabari Banks, Samuel L. Jackson, Wendy Raquel Robinson and Mario Van Peebles. Moderated by 'Perpetratin' Realism' co-curator Dr. Felice Blake and…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - May 27, 2022

JUST ADDED 'I Guess You've Noticed Something a Little Strange With Dad': Father's Day at the American Cinematheque Sun. June 19, 2022 Aero Theatre and Los Feliz 3 Films include: FATHER OF THE BRIDE (1950), PAPER MOON, WAR OF THE WORLDS…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - May 16, 2022

Gaspar Noé’s VORTEX Limited Engagement Fri. May 13 – Fri. May 27, 2022 Los Feliz 3 Theatre Co-presented by Beyond Fest "An argument for seeing movies in theaters" - AO Scott, The New York Times SERIES Gaspar…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - May 13, 2022

NEPTUNE FROST Limited Engagement Fri. June 17 – Fri. June 24, 2022 'It Came from Outside the U.S' Series June 17th screening will include a Q&A with filmmakers Saul Williams and Anisia Uzeyman following the film. Multidisciplinary…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - May 9,2022

'1982: The Summer of Movies' Fri. May 6 – Fri. May 13, 2022 Aero Theatre & Los Feliz 3 Co-presented by Beyond Fest! Films remaining include: THE LAST AMERICAN VIRGIN, THE LAST UNICORN, ROCKY III, THE BEASTMASTER, NIGHT SHIFT, DEAD…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - National Geographic and Disney Branded Television Spotlight at the Aero and Los Feliz 3

The American Cinematheque is proud to spotlight the latest series and films from National Geographic and Disney Branded Television, whose partnership has continued the National Geographic Society’s longstanding mission to promote the power of…

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American Cinematheque Happenings - May 2,2022

1982: The Summer of Movies Fri. May 6 – Fri. May 13, 2022 Aero Theatre & Los Feliz 3 Co-presented by Beyond Fest! Films include: THE THING, CAT PEOPLE, THE SECRET OF NIMH, STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN, THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE…

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