DIGITAL CINEMA PRESENTATION.
On Jan. 15, 2009, Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger (Tom Hanks) tries to make an emergency landing in New York's Hudson River after US Airways Flight 1549 strikes a flock of geese. Miraculously, all of the 155 passengers and crew survive the harrowing ordeal, and Sullenberger becomes a national hero in the eyes of the public and the media. Despite the accolades, the famed pilot now faces an investigation that threatens to destroy his career and reputation.
Join writer/director Christopher R. Mihm for the world premiere of his newest retro-styled B-movie, "Weresquito: Nazi Hunter!". Horrific Nazi experiments have left a surviving American WWII soldier with a terrifying condition: at the sight of fresh blood, he transforms into a man-sized, blood-sucking killer insect! Refusing to let his affliction destroy him, he instead commits himself to using his "powers" for good - by finding the people responsible and bringing them to justice! DVDs, posters and other merchandise will be on sale at the event.
WHO SAYS I'M DEAD? HOLLYWOOD'S GREATEST GHOSTS!
DIGITAL CINEMA PRESENTATION.
Otto Preminger's bizarre and beautiful film noir not only asks "Who done it?" but "Who's actually dead?" This searing portrait of obsession sees detective Mark McPherson (Dana Andrews) investigating the murder of the beautiful Laura (Gene Tierney), only to find himself becoming as haunted by her beauty as the murderer he's pursuing.
DCP courtesy Twentieth Century Fox.
WHO SAYS I'M DEAD? HOLLYWOOD'S GREATEST GHOSTS!
35MM PRESENTATION.
When wealthy widow Christine Faber thinks she hears her late husband calling to her from the beaches of her Southern California mansion, she turns to the enigmatic spiritualist Alexis (Turhan Bey.) At once thrilling, mysterious, and eventually poignant, the Spiritualist is a stunning film noir that never ceases to amaze audiences who experience it for the first time. Don't miss this extremely rare screening!
35mm print courtesy Sony Pictures.
HEIGHTS 90TH ANNIVERSARY FILM EVENT
70MM PRESENTATION.
Due to strong demand we have added an additional screening of 2001 in 70MM on Tuesday night!
Without question the most requested 70mm film is coming to the Heights. Kubrick's masterpiece, and widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, 2001: A Space Odyssey deserves not only to be seen on the big screen, but in epic 70mm.
70mm print courtesy Warner Bros.
WHO SAYS I'M DEAD? HOLLYWOOD'S GREATEST GHOSTS!
35MM PRESENTATION.
Well, if you're going to die, you might as well have a blast when you come back to haunt someone. After being killed in a car crash, and not having done anything right or wrong while alive, George (Cary Grant) and Marion (Constance Bennett) find themselves unwelcome in Heaven or Hell, so they're stuck haunting their living friend Topper (Roland Young) when he buys their fancy sports car. George and Marion prove once and for all that ghosts aren't just for scares--they're also perfect for a few screaming laughs.
35mm print courtesy The UCLA Film and Television Archive.
HEIGHTS 90TH ANNIVERSARY FILM EVENT
DIGITAL CINEMA PRESENTATION
In his push to establish Universal as a first-rank studio, Carl Laemmle, Jr spent over 2 million dollars to produced this spectacular musical revue built around the popular band leader Paul Whiteman. Considered by many to be one of the greatest of the early musical films, it more than lives up to it's publicity as A NEW ERA in sound and color entertainment! Every aspect of the movie was innovative, from the pre-recording of the musical performances, the two color Technicolor, Russell Market's high-precision choreography, an animated color cartoon prologue to a miniaturized orchestra emerging from a giant suitcase and bewitched shoes dancing without benefit of feet, everything smacked of newness.
Universal spent a half million dollars restoring this film in 2016 and it really must be seen on the big screen in all it's Technicolor glory to be appreciated for the work of art that it is!
DCP courtesy Universal Pictures.
WHO SAYS I'M DEAD? HOLLYWOOD'S GREATEST GHOSTS!
DIGITAL CINEMA PRESENTATION.
Fresh off of the success of Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? director Robert Aldrich wanted to make another, even more over-the-top "psycho-biddy" vehicle for Bette Davis, and man he got in this one. The wonderfully insane plot involves a trio of aged spinsters duking it out (Bette Davis, Olivia de Havilland, and Agnes Moorehead) and it gets even weirder: meat cleavers, a disembodied hand, wrecked plantations, gunplay, ghosts, the undead, and all this to a haunting harpsichord make Hush... Hush perhaps the greatest Grand Guignol ever released by a Hollywood studio!
DCP courtesy Twentieth Century Fox.
HEIGHTS 90TH ANNIVERSARY FILM EVENT
35MM PRESENTATION.
THE UNKNOWN may be one of Lon Chaney's best silent films, a strange story of a man with no arms (Chaney) who develops a crush on a young woman (Crawford) who can't stand to be touched by men...what could go wrong? A lot can and does in this riveting and suspenseful film that is not to be missed on the big screen!!
This special screening will include a live accompaniment by DREAMLAND FACES!
35mm print courtesy Warner Bros.
HEIGHTS 90TH ANNIVERSARY FILM EVENT
35MM PRESENTATION.
You may think you know King Kong, but unless you've witnessed the breathtaking spectacle on the big screen, you haven't seen anything! The story of eponymous ape, who is captured and hauled to New York City, not only features startling special effects, but is a rousing and emotional story that will leave you shaken. Almost as old as the Heights itself, King Kong has withstood CGI to emerge as one of the great special effects films in history. Don't miss this rare 35mm screening!
35mm print courtesy Warner Bros.
WHO SAYS I'M DEAD? HOLLYWOOD'S GREATEST GHOSTS!
35MM PRESENTATION.
One of the most beloved dark comedies returns to the Heights! When Mortimer Brewster (Cary Grant) returns to his Brooklyn home to show off his new wife to his spinster aunts and oddball uncle, he figures nothing can go wrong, right? But when Mortimer's psychopathic brother shows up with a doctor (who just happens to be Peter Lorre) the body count rises and the laughs never cease.
35mm print courtesy Warner Bros.
35MM PRESENTATION
This sweeping epic based on Robert Massie's book goes behind the story of the last Czar of Russia, Nicholas II and his family. Set against the beginning of the Russian Revolution, the film follows their private lives, the relationship which eventually bound the Imperial Couple to the mystical Rasputin, up to the tragic end of the entire family and Russia's future.
Prior to the movie presentation, Vladimir von Tsurikov, Executive Director of The Museum of Russian Art, will speak about an exciting new exhibit opening October 8th, 2016. Unknown Faberge: Recent Finds and Rediscoveries will feature items such as the Empress' bell push and Nicholas II's cigarette case. There will also be a drawing for museum exhibition tickets compliments of The Museum of Russian Art.
Presented by Rediscover Movies and The Museum of Russian Art
35mm print courtesy Sony Pictures.
DIGITAL CINEMA PRESENTATION
Not impressed with this years remake of "Ben Hur", then come to the Heights Theatre and experience the classic 1959 film epic starring Charlton Heston. This is a restored digital print of the original road show presentation. The film will be proceeded by Harvey Gustafson on the "Heights Mighty Wurlitzer". You may also bring a non- perishable food item to the event.
DCP courtesy Warner Bros.
ADVANCE TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON THROUGH THE GROVELAND FOOD SHELF.
HEIGHTS 90TH ANNIVERSARY FILM EVENT
35MM PRESENTATION.
When Calvero (Chaplin), a drunken clown who has seen better days, saves Terry (Claire Bloom), from suicide, he not only helps get her back on her feet and back to ballet, but begins to revitalize his own career. Limelight saw the one and only pairing of Chaplin and Keaton, and is a melancholy--and hilarious--masterpiece, arguably Chaplin's last great film.
35mm print courtesy Janus Films.
35MM PRESENTATION.
Astaire and Rogers, a top notch score by Irving Berlin, a fantastic supporting cast, and the gleaming RKO Big white art deco sets all add up to TOP HAT!
This special Screening will also include: A Vintage Cartoon and Holiday Greetings!
35mm print courtesy Warner Bros.
One of our most popular events returns and it is bigger and better than ever! You will not want to miss the perennial TECHNICOLOR favorite, WHITE CHRISTMAS, on the big screen!
Plus.....ON OUR STAGE! The big show starts with a special 20 minute concert by the wonderful CONNIE EVINGSON, singing a stocking full of your favorite holiday classics! Accompanied by Rick Carlson on the piano as well as A BOUNCING BALL SING ALONG!!
Also... The fantastic HARVEY GUSTAFSON at the keyboard of the Heights Mighty Wurlitzer!
WHITE CHRISTMAS FAQS
Q: I bought my tickets on line but never received a confirmation or my tickets?
A: E mail confirmations and Tickets are not sent out when you purchase tickets on line or over the phone. If you purchased your tickets on line and were unable to print the tickets, be sure to bring the confirmation number or the last 4 digits of the credit card you used to purchase the tickets on line, that is all you will need to redeem your tickets. If you are concerned that your transaction went through just check your bank statement or you may come in up to three weeks before the performance and redeem you tickets in advance at our box-office.
Q: I have an MPR or Chinook Book 2 for 1 coupon, can I use these for White Christmas?
A: No, since this is a special event we do not accept any 2 for 1 coupons or other discounts.
Q: When does the singer start and when does the movie start and when do I need to be there?
A: The show, which starts with Connie Evingson performing at either 2:00pm or 7:00pm with the movie following immediately after her performance. So you need to be here at the ABSOLUTE LATEST by 2:00pm or 7:00pm because that is when the show officially starts and we do not seat after that.
Q: When does the organist start?
A: The organist will start playing a half hour before the start of the show.
Q: When do your doors open?
A: Our doors open an hour and 15 minutes before the start of the shows and we encourage you to arrive early so you can get seated and have plenty of time to get refreshments and relax before the show. We have a pianist playing the lobby piano at 1:00pm and 6:00pm and the Organist starts to perform at 1:30pm and 6:30pm, so there is plenty to keep your and your guests entertained before the show starts.
Q: Is the seating reserved seating?
A: All the seating for these performances is not assigned and is general seating, so the earlier you arrive the better selection of seats you will have, ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE A LARGE GROUP. Your advance ticket purchase guarantees you a seat at the performance, but with a sold out show there may be a chance, especially if you arrive late, that you may not be able to sit with your guests, so arrive early as refunds are not given if you cannot sit together.
Q: Something has come up and now we are unable to attend, can we get a refund.
A: Refunds are not given on advance ticket sales.
