The Time Machine+The Fantasy Film Worlds of George Pal+Q&A Arnold Leibovit
Schedule
Sat, 19 Apr, 2025 at 03:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
The Frida Cinema 305 E 4th Street Santa Ana CA | Santa Ana, CA
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A once in a lifetime event featuring "The Time Machine" + "The Fantasy Film Worlds of George Pal" + Q&A w/Producer-Director Arnold Leibovit.Jump into the fantastical world of time travel with "The Time Machine" (1960) original, followed by "The Fantasy Film Worlds of George Pal" documentary. Experience the groundbreaking special effects and visionary storytelling of Pal, one of the most innovative filmmakers of his time. The Time Machine — a thrilling adaptation of H.G. Wells’ timeless novel — takes you on an unforgettable adventure through time, where a daring inventor (Rod Taylor) uses his fantastic creation to travel into the far-flung future. Witness an incredible journey that bridges centuries in vivid Technicolor, and marvel at Pal’s imaginative world-building, which set the standard for future sci-fi cinema.
Then, go behind the scenes with "The Fantasy Film World of George Pal", a documentary celebrating the creative genius behind such classics as "The War of the Worlds" and "The 7 Faces of Dr. Lao". Before “E.T.” and “Star Wars” there was Academy Award winner George Pal. Fantasy Worlds is an unforgettable celebration and endearing tribute to the life and career of the father of science fiction and fantasy in modern film. Pal's visionary works ignited movie goers’ imaginations with tales of adventure and fantasy that continues to inspire the filmmakers of today. Presented are interviews with the stars whose lives he touched, along with famous movie scenes, rare footage, and original artist’s renderings. Stick around for the intermission as we discuss both films with the producer/director of the documentary, Mr Arnold Leibovit!
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind double feature that brings both the magic of the past and the fantasy of the future together in a way only George Pal can deliver!
Doors – 2:00PM
The Time Machine – 3:00PM
Intermission + Q&A – 5:00PM
The Fantasy Film Worlds of George Pal – 5:30PM
Buy Tickets Here:
https://thefridacinema.org/purchase/515176/
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Where is it happening?
The Frida Cinema 305 E 4th Street Santa Ana CA, 305 E 4th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701-4611, United States,Santa Ana, CaliforniaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
