Wednesday, July 25, 2018

If you need some suggestions for getting out of the heat, this edition of the Weekly Update is full of dark, air contiditioned options!


I hope you're staying cool, Pacific Northwest Horror/Sci Fi/Fantasy Fans.  It's pretty hot out there, and my day job keeps me working in one of the circles of Hell, so by the time I get back to the reasonably cool office at The Shadow Over Portland, all I want to do is melt into a puddle.

Well, the sunscreen is keeping me from burning.
Doesn't mean I'm not melting away.

Well, fear not, as this edition of the Weekly Update is full of great films to check out in the safety of a cool indoor theater.  But I've also got a few suggestions should you feel the urge to head outside as well.

I'm a bit behind on the Horror/Sci Fi/Fantasy Calendar, but I hope to procure a spot in an large walk-in cooler sometime this weekend so I can add more events without dousing my keyboard with sweat.  Be sure to check it out and start planning for THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR, as well as getting a start on 2019 plans!

Remember, I have a budget plan that will fit any advertising budget, should you want to have your event listed on the site.  Just email me the details and artwork at shadowoverportland@live.com and I'll take care of the rest.  Oh, and the cost for posting your event is FREE!  Told you it would fit any budget!!

And please help spread the word.  Should you attend any of the events listed below, let the organizers know you read about it at The Shadow Over Portland!

Playing Now

The Summer Repertory season continues at the Academy Theater (7818 SE Stark St in Portland, OR) with the anime classic Spirited Away and the original Jumanji.  Both films play through July 26.  For more details and showtimes (when available), visit the Academy Theater website.

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The Grand Illusion Cinema (1403 NE 50th St in Seattle, WA) screens Stanley Kubrick's The Shining in GLORIOUS 35mm through Wednesday, July 25.  For more details, including showtimes and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.


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If you were unable to watch the movie Jaws on the big screen earlier this month, the Mcmenamins Mission Theater and Pub (1624 NW Glisan in Portland, OR) will show the summer classic through Tuesday, July 24.  For more details, including showtimes and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Opens Friday 
and Plays Through the Week


The Summer Repertory season continues at the Academy Theater (7818 SE Stark St in Portland, OR) with the classic fantasy The Wizard of Oz in GLORIOUS 35mm, and a Pacific Northwest favorite, The Goonies.  Both films play through August 2.  For more details and showtimes (when available), visit the Academy Theater website.

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The Joy Cinema and Pub (11959 SW Pacific Highway in Tigard, OR) is bringing Creature from the Black Lagoon to the big screen starting on Friday, July 27.  No word on showtimes yet, so check back here, or at The Joy Cinema website, for details later in the week.

UPDATE: Showtimes are up for Creature, which The Joy is showing in GLORIOUS 3D! 
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Scream Queen Linnea Quigley is coming to The Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) for a 30th anniversary screening of Night of the Demons in GORY-IOUS 35mm on Saturday, July 28, at 7 pm.  Quigley will be present for a post Q and A after the film, signings and more!  Tickets are now on sale, and you know this event will SELL OUT!  For advance ticket sales and more information, visit The Hollywood Theatre website.

NOTE: Quigley will also be at Movie Madness (4320 SE Belmont St in Portland, OR) on Sunday, July 29, from noon to 1 pm for an autograph signing.


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The damn dirty apes are coming to The Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) with the Marathon of the Apes.  Starting on Saturday, August 4, the series starts off with a 50th anniversary of 1968's Planet of the Apes, with the four sequels, and the series reboot that started in 2011 with Rise of the Planet of the Apes, playing throughout the month.  Be aware, each film is showing once, and the Tim Burton remake is not included in the marathon.  I'll be posting exact dates and times onto the Horror/Sci Fi/Fantasy Calendar later in the week, but for now, visit this link to The Hollywood Theatre website for more details and advance ticket sales.  You know this is going to sell out!

July, 2018

Wednesday, July 25

The musical version of Phantom of the Opera opens at Keller Auditorium (222 SW Clay in Portland, OR) tonight.  The show closes on August 5.  For more details and information on advance ticket sales, visit the Keller Auditorium website.

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If you missed the (many) screenings of Princess Mononoke across the Pacific Northwest, you can still catch it on the big screen, as Fathom Events brings the film to national chains this week.  The final screening of the dubbed version shows at 7 pm tonight.  For more details, such as a screening location near you and advance ticket purchases, visit the Fathom Events website.

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You know things are going to get scary and hairy at The Joy Cinema and Pub (11959 SW Pacific Highway in Tigard, OR), as tonight's Weird Wednesday feature is The Werewolf verses the Vampire Woman, starring Paul Naschy!  Fur and fangs will fly!!  The show starts at 9:15 pm and admission is FREE, but you must be over 18 to attend.  And don't forget to do your part to keep Wednesdays WEIRD by stopping at the concession stand before the film for some tasty treats and beverages!  For more details, visit The Joy Cinema website.

Thursday, July 26

Portland's Movies in the Park present a screening of Kubo and the Two Strings tonight at Alberta Park (NE Ainsworth St and 19th Ave in Portland, OR).  The event kicks off with music from the World-infused funk band JoyTribe at 6:30 pm, with the movie starting at dusk.  For more details about the event, including park policies, visit the Portland Parks website.

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Cowboy Bebop: The Movie plays tonight at the Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC) at 9:30 pm.  For more details and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Friday, July 27

Shock Opera - An Alice Cooper Story returns to Portland at 7 pm tonight at the Paris Theatre (6 SW 3rd Ave in Portland, OR).  This multimedia theatrical experience is presented by GuignolFest Productions.  For more details and advance ticket sales, visit the Eventbrite link.

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The Wyrd War's Summer Bummer Double Feature takes place at 6:30 pm tonight at The Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR).  First up is the LSD freakout thriller Blue Sunshine, followed by the slasher film Just Before Dawn, filmed in Oregon's Silver Falls State Park!  And director Jeff Lieberman will be in attendance!  For more details and advance ticket sales, visit The Hollywood Theatre website or the Facebook Event Page.

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The Summer Repertory season continues at the Academy Theater (7818 SE Stark St in Portland, OR) with the classic fantasy The Wizard of Oz in GLORIOUS 35mm, and a Pacific Northwest favorite, The Goonies.  Both films play through August 2.  For more details and showtimes (when available), visit the Academy Theater website.

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Portland's Movies in the Park present a screening of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story tonight at Brentwood Park (6550 SE 60th Ave in Portland, OR).  The event kicks off with music from the band The Mars Rovers at 6:30 pm, with the movie starting at dusk.  For more details about the event, including park policies, visit the Portland Parks website.

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The Olympia Film Society presents Hereditary, screening through Thursday, August 2, at the Capitol Theatre (206 5th Ave SE in Olympia, WA).  For more details, including showtimes and advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Friday Late Night Movie at the Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC) is the 1978 remake of Invasion of the Body Snatchers.  Showtime is 11:30 pm.  For more details and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC) presents a 25th anniversary screening of Jurassic Park tonight at 8:40 pm.  For more details and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Dragonfly Cinema (822 Bay St in Port Orchard, WA) will screen Studio Ghilbli's Castle in the Sky in GLORIOUS 35mm through Tuesday, July 31.  For showtimes and a link to advance ticket sales (starting July 26), visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Joy Cinema and Pub (11959 SW Pacific Highway in Tigard, OR) is bringing Creature from the Black Lagoon to the big screen starting today.  No word on showtimes yet, so check back here, or at The Joy Cinema website, for details later in the week.

Saturday, July 28

Cold War Shivers: Sci-Fi Scare Films of the 50s continues at Cinema 21 (616 NW 21st Ave in Portland, OR) with a screening of the big bug classic THEM!  The series will feature six classic films and include a post screening discussion with film programmer and film studies instructor Elliot Lavine.  Advance tickets for the series are $79.99.  Showtime is 11 am.  For more details and advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Grab your Nimbus 2000 and get ready for the 3rd Annual Burlington Quidditch Fest taking place at Skagit River Park (1100 S. Skagit St in Burlington, WA).  The event starts at 11 am and admission is FREE!  Costumes are encouraged.  For more details, visit the Burlington Public Library website.

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The Oddities Dark Market comes to Gyros Gyros/Bowers Down (1338 Commerce Ave in Longview, WA) today at 2 pm.  Enjoy a variety of sci fi, horror, goth, punk, metal and metaphysical offerings from different vendors and artisans.  Admission to this all ages event is FREE.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Scream Queen Linnea Quigley is coming to The Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) for a 30th anniversary screening of Night of the Demons in GORY-IOUS 35mm tonight at 7 pm.  Quigley will be present for a post Q and A after the film, signings and more!  Tickets are now on sale, and you know this event will SELL OUT!  For advance ticket sales and more information, visit The Hollywood Theatre website.

NOTE: Quigley will also be at Movie Madness (4320 SE Belmont St in Portland, OR) on Sunday, July 29, from noon to 1 pm for an autograph signing.

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The Mcmenamins Mission Theater and Pub (1624 NW Glisan in Portland, OR) presents the Alfred Hitchcock classic Psycho through Tuesday, July 31.  For more details, including showtimes and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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Portland's Movies in the Park present a screening of the 2016 remake of Ghostbusters tonight at Earl Boyles Park (SE Center St and 107th Ave in Portland, OR).  The film is being presented in English with Spanish subtitles.  The event kicks off with music from the indie rock band Naked Luck at 6:30 pm, with the movie starting at dusk.  For more details about the event, including park policies, visit the Portland Parks website.

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Weird Elephant at The Grand Cinema (606 Fawcett Ave in Tacoma, WA) presents the "SUPER low budget indie," The Theta Girl, tonight at 11 pm.  The film is NOT for the squeamish, as it is on the HARD R/NC-17 side of the ratings spectrum, and tickets will not be sold to anyone under 17.  For more details and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Sunday, July 29

The Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC) presents the trippy sci fi film Altered States tonight at 9:30 pm.  For more details and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC) presents the Ingmar Bergman horror film Hour of the Wolf tonight at 7:15 pm.  For more details and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Tuesday, July 31

Celebrate the Chosen One's birthday at Harry Potter's Burlesque Birthday at 8 pm tonight at the Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC).  Come in your House Colors or anything else from the Potter Universe that suits you, and you can purchase handmade wands and try to win a raffle prize!  For more details, including a list of performers and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

August, 2018

Thursday, August 2

Portland's Movies in the Park present a screening of Coco tonight at the Village Square Parking Lot (SE 162nd Ave and Stark St in Portland, OR).  The film is being presented in English with Spanish subtitles.  The event kicks off with music from Pacific Northwest hip-hop artist Cody Andrews at 6:30 pm, with the movie starting at dusk.  For more details about the event, including park policies, visit the Portland Parks website.

Friday, August 3

The Summer Repertory season continues at the Academy Theater (7818 SE Stark St in Portland, OR) with the animated classic The Last Unicorn playing through August 9.  For more details and showtimes (when available), visit the Academy Theater website.

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The Northwest Film Center presents French filmmaker Serge Bozon's Mrs. Hyde (AKA Madame Hyde), a new take on the Robert Louis Stevenson novel, through August 5 at the Portland Art Museum Whitsell Auditorium (1219 SW Park Ave in Portland, OR).  For more details and showtimes, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Rusty Grape Vineyards (16712 NE 219th St in Battleground, WA) presents a Movies on the Lawn screening of Jumanji tonight starting at around 9 pm.  Low chairs are fine, higher chairs must be in the back, and no outside food or drinks are allowed (you can purchase food and drinks in the tasting room to enjoy with the film).  All ages are welcome.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Friday Late Night Movie tonight at the Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC) is the Pacific Northwest favorite, The Goonies.  Showtime is 11:30 pm.  For more details and a link to advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

Saturday, August 4

Shock Opera - An Alice Cooper Story returns to Seattle at 7 pm tonight at the Columbia City Theater (4916 Rainier Ave South in Seattle, WA).  This multimedia theatrical experience is presented by GuignolFest Productions.  For more details and advance ticket sales, visit the Eventbrite link.

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Cold War Shivers: Sci-Fi Scare Films of the 50s continues at Cinema 21 (616 NW 21st Ave in Portland, OR) with a screening of the Ray Harryhausen classic Earth vs. the Flying Saucers.  The series will feature six classic films and include a post screening discussion with film programmer and film studies instructor Elliot Lavine.  Advance tickets for the series are $79.99.  Showtime is 11 am.  For more details and advance ticket sales, visit the Facebook Event Page.

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The Vancouver Toy Junkies return to The Kiggins Theatre (1011 Main St in Vancouver, WA) for a free mini vintage toy show starting at 10 am ($1 gets you in at 9:30 am).  The event also includes a free screening of Creature from the Black Lagoon at noon.   For more details, visit The Kiggins Theatre website.

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The Proctor Arts Festival FREE Movie, the Pacific Northwest favorite The Goonies, screens at noon today at the Blue Mouse Theatre (2611 N Proctor St in Tacoma, WA).  For more details, visit the Blue Mouse Theatre website.

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Cinema Classics at The Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) presents the dark fairy tale Night of the Hunter at 2 pm today and tomorrow in GLORIOUS 35mm!  This is one not to be missed!! For more details and advance ticket sales, visit The Hollywood Theatre website.

Sunday, August 5

Davis Graveyard (8703 SE 43rd Ave in Milwaukie, OR) is hosting a class on Creating a Skeleton Stone Monument today from 9 am to 1 pm.  You'll learn how to use "monster mud" and foam texturing techniques to create a creepy time monument to adorn your yard, or hallway.  The class costs $175 per person (includes a material fee) and is limited to 8 students, so visit the Facebook Event Page as soon as possible to reserve your slot.

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Portland's Movies in the Park present a screening of Star Wars: The Last Jedi tonight at Sellwood Park (SE 7th Ave and Bidwell St in Portland, OR).  The event kicks off with music from the Neil Young tribute band Harvest Gold at 6:30 pm, with the movie starting at dusk.  For more details about the event, including park policies, visit the Portland Parks website.

Wednesday, August 8

Tonight's Weird Wednesday feature at The Joy Cinema and Pub (11959 SW Pacific Highway in Tigard, OR) delves into Lovecraftian horrors, as Hellbender Media presents a 15 year anniversary showing of the animated film The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath tonight at 9:15 pm.  Admission is FREE, but you must be 21 or older to attend.  The event includes a screening of the award-winning short film Miasma, and a Q and A with the directors!  And remember, only you can keep Wednesdays WEIRD by stopping at the concession stand before the screening for some tasty treats and beverages.  For more details, visit the Facebook Event Page.