The American Film Institute today announced a historic public event to mark the institute’s 40th anniversary. Target Presents AFI’s 40th Anniversary is an event of unprecedented scale — even for Hollywood. Eleven classic American films will screen on a single night, in a single location — each with a live introduction by the film’s legendary star or filmmaker.
The event will be held October 3 at ArcLight Hollywood. All film programs will begin at 7:00 p.m. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on September 19.
The films and artists that are confirmed to take part in this momentous occasion are:
Julie Andrews will present THE SOUND OF MUSIC (1965)
Warren Beatty will present BONNIE AND CLYDE (1967)
Billy Crystal and Rob Reiner will present WHEN HARRY MET SALLY... (1989)
Kirk Douglas will present SPARTACUS (1960)
Clint Eastwood will present UNFORGIVEN (1992)
Morgan Freeman will present THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION (1994)
Tippi Hedren will present THE BIRDS (1963)
Angela Lansbury will present BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (1991)
George Lucas will present STAR WARS -- EPISODE IV: A NEW HOPE (1977)
Jack Nicholson will present ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST (1975)
Sylvester Stallone will present ROCKY (1976)
“What better way to celebrate 40 years of AFI than to bring together movie artists and movie-goers in the flickering light of these classic American films,” stated Jean Picker Firstenberg, AFI’s President and CEO. “We thank Target for their continued support of AFI, providing the opportunity to honor AFI’s 40th Anniversary with an epic celebration worthy of America’s national educational and cultural organization.”
“We are thrilled to honor 40 great years of the American Film Institute by celebrating the magic and artistry of the silver screen,” said Laura Sandall, director, events marketing and publicity, Target. “By building relationships with leading cultural organizations like AFI, Target is able to foster creativity, promote learning and build stronger communities.”
Tickets to all screenings are $25 and can be purchased at AFI.com or in person at the ArcLight box office at 6360 W Sunset Boulevard (at Ivar) beginning Wednesday, September 19. Event tickets include free popcorn and soda for all guests. The first 100 guests to arrive in each theater will receive a free copy of the special commemorative AFI 40th Anniversary Tribute book.
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What a great line up of films and presenters. Obviously “Rocky” would be THE one to attend, but it would also be cool to see Kirk Douglas present “Spartacus”, Clint Eastwood show us “Unforgiven”, or Jack Nicholson showcase “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”. If any SZoner attends, please send in photos and a report! – Craig
