FilmRise Acquires Rights to Feature Documentary MAGNUS
FilmRise today announced that it has acquired in a deal with TrustNordisk the North American distribution rights in all media for “Magnus,” the feature documentary exploring the life and mind of the “Mozart of Chess,” Magnus Carlsen
FilmRise Acquires Sundance Cult Documentary HOLY HELL
FilmRise announced today that it has acquired U.S. distribution rights for the documentary, Holy Hell, which premiered at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival. The distributor will release the film theatrically on May 20, 2016.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at MY FATHER, THE OLD HORSE and CHINA SYNDROME, Set to Screen at Elks Theatre
On May 18th, at Middletown's own Elks Theatre, the filmmakers, alongside, THE SAVE THE ELKS! Campaign will premiere the short alongside the renowned film THE CHINA SYNDROME (1979) as a free double feature. THE CHINA SYNDROME, a movie starring Jack Lemmon, Jane Fonda, and Michael Douglas, follows a trio of reporters that uncover a conspiracy at a nuclear plant, only to be caught in a meltdown. Besides being critically acclaimed, it is renowned for being released just 12 days prior the Three Mile Island incident. Scroll down for a sneak peek at both films!
Elks Theatre Presents 35mm Screening of THE SHINING Tonight
The Elks Theatre presents a rare 35mm screening of Stanley Kubrick's masterpiece of modern horror-The Shining. This feature, part of the Elks Theatre's Cult Corner Series, will be shown at 9 p.m., tonight, July 27. There will be a prize giveaway just before the start of the feature.
Elks Theatre Shows PULP FICTION Tonight
Two hit men, a washed up boxer, a gangster's wife and a pair of diner bandits take the screen as The Elks Theatre presents Quentin Tarantino's American gangster film-Pulp Fiction. The feature will be screened from a 35mm print and will be shown tonight, July 13 at 9 p.m., as part of the Elks Theatre's Cult Corner series.
Elks Theatre Showing PULP FICTION, 7/13
Two hit men, a washed up boxer, a gangster's wife and a pair of diner bandits take the screen as The Elks Theatre presents Quentin Tarantino's American gangster film-Pulp Fiction. The feature will be screened from a 35mm print and will be shown at Saturday, July 13 at 9 p.m., as part of the Elks Theatre's Cult Corner series.
Elks Theatre Hosts TRIBUTE TO THE TROOPS Weekend
Today, June 29th and the 30th, The Elks Theatre wraps up their celebration of Steven Spielberg films with screenings of SAVING PRIVATE RYAN (1998) and will honor all local veterans and currently serving military during their 'Tribute to the Troops' weekend.
In an effort to revive an old tradition, local former Marine Robert Hauser has donated a Silver Dollar on behalf of the late Bob Smith, Detachment #784, Marine Corps. League. The rare coin will be awarded to a single patron in attendance on June 29th and the winner's ticket will be randomly drawn from the many in attendance that evening.
Veterans, currently serving military, and local veterans' organizations are encouraged to attend, dress in uniform, and interact with the public. Persons or organizations who own World War II memorabilia, clothing, antique weapons, or vehicles who are interested in having their pieces as part of the exhibit are encouraged to contact the SAVE THE ELKS! Campaign by emailing Director of Development Max Einhorn at maxfortheelks@gmail.com. The Elks intends on hosting a Tribute to the Troops weekend annually and is actively seeking sponsorship for future events.
About SAVE THE ELKS!
Beginning in October 2012, the Greater Middletown Economic Development Corporation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, embarked on a vital mission to SAVE THE ELKS! from closure due to radical changes in movie technology. After celebrating its 101st anniversary last year, The Elks Theatre represents one of only thousands of small, independently operated movie theaters nationwide threatened by the discontinuation of 35mm exhibition and in vital need of digital projection. All admission sales benefit further programming, renovations, and longevity of theatre operations. Support the Elks Theatre and the GMEDC in their efforts to preserve the most timeless storytelling tradition: Going to the movies.
Elks Theatre to Present TRIBUTE TO THE TROOPS Weekend, 6/29-30
On June 29th and 30th, The Elks Theatre wraps up their celebration of Steven Spielberg films with screenings of SAVING PRIVATE RYAN (1998) and will honor all local veterans and currently serving military during their 'Tribute to the Troops' weekend. The event is hosted by the SAVE THE ELKS! Campaign, the cinema's push for digital projection, is sponsored by Middletown Memorial VFW Post 1620, and is organized by key volunteers Mike Dalton, a board member of the Greater Middletown Economic Development Corporation, and Diana McGlone. On June 29th, the theater will host a free and open to the public World War II exhibit from 5pm to 7:30pm, followed by a ceremony in recognition of past and present local serviceman and servicewomen. SAVING PRIVATE RYAN begins at 8pm on and an encore screening will be on Sunday, June 30th at 2pm. Tickets for the film are $8 and can be purchased at the door or at elksmovies.com
In an effort to revive an old tradition, local former Marine Robert Hauser has donated a Silver Dollar on behalf of the late Bob Smith, Detachment #784, Marine Corps. League. The rare coin will be awarded to a single patron in attendance on June 29th and the winner's ticket will be randomly drawn from the many in attendance that evening.
Veterans, currently serving military, and local veterans' organizations are encouraged to attend, dress in uniform, and interact with the public. Persons or organizations who own World War II memorabilia, clothing, antique weapons, or vehicles who are interested in having their pieces as part of the exhibit are encouraged to contact the SAVE THE ELKS! Campaign by emailing Director of Development Max Einhorn at maxfortheelks@gmail.com. The Elks intends on hosting a Tribute to the Troops weekend annually and is actively seeking sponsorship for future events.
About SAVE THE ELKS!
Beginning in October 2012, the Greater Middletown Economic Development Corporation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, embarked on a vital mission to SAVE THE ELKS! from closure due to radical changes in movie technology. After celebrating its 101st anniversary last year, The Elks Theatre represents one of only thousands of small, independently operated movie theaters nationwide threatened by the discontinuation of 35mm exhibition and in vital need of digital projection. All admission sales benefit further programming, renovations, and longevity of theatre operations. Support the Elks Theatre and the GMEDC in their efforts to preserve the most timeless storytelling tradition: Going to the movies.