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 anniversary of the Grand Opening of the iconic movie palace.

All of the film non-profit's public programming is made possible through the generous support of our members. Please consider joining as a member or making a donation today! All membership proceeds and donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. 

Community support has been instrumental in ensuring the continued success of the American Cinematheque's film programming in this magnificent theatre, and we can't wait to welcome you back to experience it once again!

Tickets will go on sale today, Wed. Nov 1 at 12:00pm PT.

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SPECIAL MEMBERS-ONLY EVENTS

THE KILLER + Q&A with filmmaker David Fincher
Thu. Nov 9, 2023 | 6:00pm
Egyptian Theatre 
Members-Only Screening for Egyptian Theatre Grand Re-Opening Night!
Co-Presented by Netflix

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PLAYTIME in 70mm
Egyptian Theatre 
Members-Only Rare Screenings courtesy of Janus Films!
'Ultra Cinematheque 70: Hollywood'

This 70mm print was last screened at the American Cinematheque on December 8, 2011.

Fri. Nov 10, 2023 | 7:00pm American Cinematheque Opening Night!
Wed. Nov 15, 2023 | 7:30pm

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SCOTT PILGRIM VS. THE WORLD + Q&A with filmmakers Edgar Wright and cartoonist Bryan Lee O'Malley. Moderated by Daniels, Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert.
Sun. Nov 12, 2023 | 7:00pm
Egyptian Theatre
Members-Only Screening! In celebration of the upcoming release of Netflix's Scott Pilgrim Takes Off animated series.

Presented with Dolby Atmos sound!

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ALIENS in 70mm
Egyptian Theatre 
Members-Only Rare 70mm Screenings courtesy of Disney. 
Co-presented by Beyond Fest!
'Ultra Cinematheque 70: Hollywood'

Last screened in 70mm at the American Cinematheque on May 29, 2009.

Sat. Nov 18, 2023 | 7:00pm
Mon. Nov 20, 2023 | 7:30pm

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BEYOND FEST OPENING NIGHT

ALIEN
Fri. Nov 10, 2023 | 10:15pm
Egyptian Theatre
American Cinematheque Opening Night!
Co-presented by Beyond Fest!

First premiered at the Egyptian Theatre on Friday May 25th, 1979.

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70MM FESTIVAL

Ultra Cinematheque 70: Hollywood
Fri. Nov 10 - Tue. Nov 21, 2023
Egyptian Theatre

The American Cinematheque is thrilled to announce its homecoming to the Egyptian Theatre with 'Ultra Cinematheque 70: Hollywood.’ Along with some 70mm classics, this edition of Ultra Cinematheque 70 includes prints that have not been screened at the AC in over 10 years.

Festival includes: PLAYTIME, BOOGIE NIGHTS, WEST SIDE STORY, SPARTACUS, THE MASTER, THE WILD BUNCH, 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY, ALIENS, NOPE and LAWRENCE OF ARABIA

FESTIVAL

BOOGIE NIGHTS in 70mm
Sat. Nov 11, 2023 | 7:00pm
Egyptian Theatre 
'Ultra Cinematheque 70: Hollywood'

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WEST SIDE STORY in 70mm
Sun. Nov 12, 2023 | 2:00pm
Egyptian Theatre 
'Ultra Cinematheque 70: Hollywood'

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SPARTACUS in 70mm
Mon. Nov 13, 2023 | 7:30pm
Egyptian Theatre 
'Ultra Cinematheque 70: Hollywood'

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THE MASTER in 70mm
Tue. Nov 14, 2023 | 7:30pm
Egyptian Theatre 
'Ultra Cinematheque 70: Hollywood'

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THE WILD BUNCH in 70mm
Thu. Nov 16, 2023 | 7:30pm
Egyptian Theatre 
'Ultra Cinematheque 70: Hollywood'

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2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY in 70mm
Egyptian Theatre 
'Ultra Cinematheque 70: Hollywood'

American Cinematheque's own pristine 70mm archival print.

Fri. Nov 17, 2023 | 7:30pm
Tue. Nov 21, 2023 | 7:30pm

NOPE in 70mm
Sat. Nov 18, 2023 | 3:00pm
Egyptian Theatre 
'Ultra Cinematheque 70: Hollywood'

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LAWRENCE OF ARABIA in 70mm + Introduction by author Jeremy Arnold
Sun. Nov 19, 2023 | 5:00pm
Egyptian Theatre
'Ultra Cinematheque 70: Hollywood'

American Cinematheque's own pristine 70mm archival print.

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WEST COAST PREMIERE

ALPHAVILLE
Sat. Nov 11, 2023 | 3:00pm
Egyptian Theatre 
West Coast Premiere of New 4K Restoration courtesy of Rialto Pictures!

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MEMBERSHIP

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