[Avon-theatre-news] AVON THEATRE NEWS May 23rd, 2008

[Skip Huston]

AVON THEATRE NEWS & VIEWS 
Showtimes, Programs, Erudition and Miscellaneous Folderol 
"All of Life's Answers are in the Movies!"  -Prof.Skippito Hustonovitch
WEEK OF FRIDAY, MAY 23rd  thru THURSDAY, MAY 29th ONLY!!  
Check out our cool website at: www.TheAvon.com

OPENING FRIDAY:
INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL (PG13)

SPECIAL EVENT:
Decatur's own Jake Rademacher's BROTHERS AT WAR Decatur Premiere with an appearance by Movie/TV/Stage star GARY SINISE !!!  JUNE 12th!! Details for tickets call Kelly Finn at 464-1300. Here are the ticket locations: 
St. Mary's Hospital                                                                
1800 E. Lake Shore Dr., Decatur            
464-2510

Herald & Review
601 E. William St., Decatur
429-5151

 J.L. Hubbard Insurance & Bonds
1090 S. Rt 51, Forsyth
877-3344

WSOY Studios
250 N. Water, Suite 100, Decatur
877-5371

CONTINUING:
THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: PRINCE CASPIAN (PG)
IRON MAN (PG13)

COMING NEXT:
SEX AND THE CITY (R)
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INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL (PG13) And so it begins...The journey resumes after 19 years, and finds Dr. Jones in fine shape for another adventure into the realm of archaeology and mystic mystery. The cast includes not only HARRISON FORD, but young adult sensation SHIA LaBEOUF, Oscar-winner CATE BLANCHETT, and, a sight-for-sore eyes KAREN ALLEN back in her role from the very first film, RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK. Yes, the production team remains STEPHEN SPIELBERG and GEORGE LUCAS, and the music is, of course, JOHN WILLIAMS.
All of the elements that created the multi-billion dollar original trilogy all are here and waiting for you! Count this, and THE DARK KNIGHT, WALL-E and THE X-FILES as the "must see" films of the Summer!!
INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL (PG13)
(Showtimes in brackets are $5.50 'Bargain Matinees") 
FRI: (4:00) - 7:00 - 10:00 
SAT: (1:00) - (4:00) - 7:00 - 10:00
SUN & MON: (1:00) - (4:00) - 7:00 
TUES thru THURS: 7:15
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THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: PRINCE CASPIAN (PG) Darker and more action-packed that the first entry, this ventures solidly into LORD OF THE RINGS territory, and comes out a real winner. Expertly produced, with meticulous special effects and imagery. This is also suitable for the younger children, but toddlers may be a little frightened or distracted.
THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: PRINCE CASPIAN (PG)
(Showtimes in brackets are $5.50 'Bargain Matinees")
FRI: (5:00) - 8:00
SAT, SUN & MON: (2:00) - (5:00) - 8:00
TUES thru THURS: 6:30
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IRON MAN (PG13) And, here is the last week to see this terrific fun-filled movie! This is not the type of movie that generally gets good reviews, but this one received excellent ones! ROBERT DOWNEY Jr., is great and so is JEFF BRIDGES and GWYNETH PALTROW!! You better hurry!!
IRON MAN (PG13)
(Showtimes in brackets are $5.50 'Bargain Matinees")
FRI: (5:15) - 8:15
SAT, SUN & MON: (2:15) - (5:15) - 8:15
TUES thru THURS: 6:40
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FILM CLASSES RESUME FOR SUMMER!!!
AVON THEATRE for Richland Community College             
THE 6th YEAR OF OUR MOST POPULAR CLASS!!
Overlooked Films - Part VI- WKS 8689

Sect. 01:  Thurs., June 5 - July 24         

Time: 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Instructor:  Skip Huston

Location:  Avon Theatre, Decatur, IL (Downtown)         Cost:  $80

Join us at the Avon Theatre in Downtown Decatur on Thursday nights for Overlooked Films, Park VI.  

Of all the many different courses that Avon Theatre owner and film historian Skip Huston has offered over the past 6 years of doing his popular classes for Richland, the one that is the most popular is the Summer "Overlooked Films" series!

 

This 8 week class is exhaustively researched and has proven every year to be a source of discovery and amazement!

 

These are not obscure art & independent films, but major movies with major stars that, for whatever reason, just "fell through the cracks". It is not that they are "bad" movies, just good movies that did not find their audience.

Sometimes the reason for their being "overlooked" is as simple as the title, or the marketing, or the business politics...

And, sometimes, they are American movies that never saw release in the United States!

 

Skip Huston's goal is that you will find at least one of your next favorite films in this 8 week course, and he has succeeded in just that for that past 6 years!

 

What a wonderful way to spend the summer!


Join a bunch of nice folks who have a common interest in movies for our screening and discussion series of the 6th installment of "Overlooked Films"!!

 

COMING THIS FALL...

"POLITICS AT THE MOVIES"

Beginning Thursday, Sept. 11 - Oct. 30, 2008, Time:  6:30 - 9:00 p.m. at

THE AVON!!  Cost:  $80

Watch and discuss some of the finest films about politics from Hollywood's past!

YES, YOU CAN REGISTER EARLY!  875-7211, Ext. 265

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HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND, FOLKS!!
Make Sure You Come See Me!!
-Skip Huston
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