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Thursday, July 4, 2019
Happy Fourth of July from the Classic Movie Man
Friday, August 12, 2016
Preston Sturges series: Screening of “The Miracle of Morgan’s Creek” August 16 at Daystar Center
Preston Sturges series: The Miracle of Morgan’s Creek
Where: The Venue 1550 at the Daystar Center, 1550 S. State Street, Chicago, IL
When: August 16, 2016
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Hosted by Stephen Reginald
The Miracle of Morgan’s Creek (1944) stars Betty Hutton as Trudy Kockenlocker, a small-town girl who goes a little bit wild at party for soldiers going overseas. After dancing the night away and drinking too much “victory lemonade,” Trudy finds herself with a headache and a wedding ring on her finger. She has no recollection of getting married so she sets out to marry childhood friend Norval Jones (Eddie Bracken) who has adored her his entire life. This classic screwball comedy was nominated for a 1944 Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
The film features a standout performances from Diana Lynn who plays Trudy’s younger sister and Sturges stock company regulars William Demarest and Porter Hall.
Backstory: Preston Sturges was so impressed with Eddie Bracken’s performance in The Miracle of Morgan’s Creek that he wrote Hail The Conquering Hero for him. Both films were released in 1944.
Where: The Venue 1550 at the Daystar Center, 1550 S. State Street, Chicago, IL
When: August 16, 2016
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Hosted by Stephen Reginald
The Miracle of Morgan’s Creek (1944) stars Betty Hutton as Trudy Kockenlocker, a small-town girl who goes a little bit wild at party for soldiers going overseas. After dancing the night away and drinking too much “victory lemonade,” Trudy finds herself with a headache and a wedding ring on her finger. She has no recollection of getting married so she sets out to marry childhood friend Norval Jones (Eddie Bracken) who has adored her his entire life. This classic screwball comedy was nominated for a 1944 Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
The film features a standout performances from Diana Lynn who plays Trudy’s younger sister and Sturges stock company regulars William Demarest and Porter Hall.
Backstory: Preston Sturges was so impressed with Eddie Bracken’s performance in The Miracle of Morgan’s Creek that he wrote Hail The Conquering Hero for him. Both films were released in 1944.
Have some Joe and Enjoy the Show!
Before the movie, grab a cup of coffee from Overflow Coffee Bar, located within the Daystar Center. You can bring food and beverages into the auditorium; we even have small tables set up next to some of the seats. General Admission: $5 Students and Senior Citizens: $3.
Join the Chicago Film club; join the discussion
Twice a month we screen classic films and have a brief discussion afterward. For more information, including how to join (it’s free), click here. The Venue 1550 is easily accessible by the CTA. Please visit Transit Chicago for more information on transportation options.
Before the movie, grab a cup of coffee from Overflow Coffee Bar, located within the Daystar Center. You can bring food and beverages into the auditorium; we even have small tables set up next to some of the seats. General Admission: $5 Students and Senior Citizens: $3.
Join the Chicago Film club; join the discussion
Twice a month we screen classic films and have a brief discussion afterward. For more information, including how to join (it’s free), click here. The Venue 1550 is easily accessible by the CTA. Please visit Transit Chicago for more information on transportation options.
Stephen Reginald is a freelance writer and editor. He has worked at various positions within the publishing industry for over 25 years. Most recently he was executive editor for McGraw-Hill’s The Learning Group Division. A long-time amateur student of film, Reginald hosts “Chicago Film Club,” a monthly movie event held in the South Loop, for the past two years. Reginald has also taught several adult education film classes at Facets Film School, Chicago.
Daystar Center located at 1550 S. State St. works through a grassroots network of collaborations and partnerships with individuals and other nonprofit organizations. Through this web, they’re able to provide educational, cultural, and civic activities that enrich and empower their clients, guests, and community members. To learn more about classes and events offered at the Daystar Center, please visit their Web site.
Daystar Center located at 1550 S. State St. works through a grassroots network of collaborations and partnerships with individuals and other nonprofit organizations. Through this web, they’re able to provide educational, cultural, and civic activities that enrich and empower their clients, guests, and community members. To learn more about classes and events offered at the Daystar Center, please visit their Web site.
Friday, July 4, 2014
Saturday, July 31, 2010
"Meet Me at the Movies" Wrap Part at Weather Mark Tavern
After the screening of A Letter to Three Wives
, the wrap party (dinner) was held at Weather Mark Tavern, 1503 S. Michigan Ave. Of all the films screened so far, Letter was the most talked about afterward.
How did it end?
"Did Porter lie to Deborah? Did Brad run off with Addie Ross?" Well, who can know for sure? What I do know is everyone enjoyed A Letter to Three Wives, many seeing if for the very first time.
Musical classic
Don't miss next month's movie: Annie Get Your Gun
. The classic musical stars Betty Hutton and Howard Keel and was one of the biggest box office hits of the 1950s. The movie will be shown Friday August 27, 2010. The wrap party will be held at Kroll's South Loop.
Check out the movie trailer for next month's movie below.
, the wrap party (dinner) was held at Weather Mark Tavern, 1503 S. Michigan Ave. Of all the films screened so far, Letter was the most talked about afterward. |
| They won a travel mug for bringing two new friends with them to "Meet Me at the Movies." |
How did it end?
"Did Porter lie to Deborah? Did Brad run off with Addie Ross?" Well, who can know for sure? What I do know is everyone enjoyed A Letter to Three Wives, many seeing if for the very first time.
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| Folks enjoying the great meal we had at the Weather Mark Tavern wrap party |
Musical classic
Don't miss next month's movie: Annie Get Your Gun
. The classic musical stars Betty Hutton and Howard Keel and was one of the biggest box office hits of the 1950s. The movie will be shown Friday August 27, 2010. The wrap party will be held at Kroll's South Loop.Check out the movie trailer for next month's movie below.
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