Big Trouble in little China Movie Screening + Gerald Okamura Meet and Greet

Schedule

Sat May 09 2026 at 04:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

The Frida Cinema | Santa Ana, CA

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40th Anniversary ( 1986-2026 )
Big Trouble In Little China Movie
Directed by John Carpenter
The Golden Six Shooter Returns: Martial Arts Legend Gerald Okamura to Appear at The Frida Cinema for 40th Anniversary Screening
SANTA ANA, CA — This May, the spirit of Little China descends upon Santa Ana. The Frida Cinema, in partnership with Moviebusters Events, is proud to announce a special 40th Anniversary event celebrating the 1986 cult classic action-fantasy film, Big Trouble in Little China.
The event, taking place on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, features a rare personal appearance by legendary actor and martial artist Gerald Okamura,
known to fans worldwide as the iconic "Wing Kong Hatchet Man" and "The Golden Six Shooter."
Fans will have the exclusive opportunity to meet the master of weapons himself during an afternoon autograph and photo session,
followed by a high-definition screening of the film that defined 80s genre-mashing cinema.
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Event Schedule:
• 3:00 p.m. - Line starts
• 4:00 p.m. – 40th Anniversary Collectibles for Sale
• 4:00 p.m. – Meet & Greet: with Gerald Okamura
• 5:00 p.m. – Screening: Big Trouble in Little China
• 6:45 p.m. – Q&A hosted by Scott Zilner
Location:
The Frida Cinema 305 E 4th Street #100 Santa Ana, California
"We are incredibly honored to bring Gerald Okamura to The Frida," said a representative from the Theatre. "As we celebrate four decades
of this cinematic masterpiece, having one of its most recognizable and beloved figures here to share stories with the fans is going to be an unforgettable experience."
In addition to the screening and signing, attendees can look forward to exclusive merchandise and collectibles from the Big Trouble booth.
For more information and to purchase tickets @TheFridaCinema (714) 285-9422
Tickets are limited. https://thefridacinema.org/purchase/1512577/

About The Frida Cinema: The Frida Cinema is Orange County’s only non-profit independent cinema, dedicated to enriching the community through the art of film.
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The Frida Cinema, Taquerias Guadalajara, 305 E 4th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, United States

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