Autumn film series : Sweet smell of success postponed
Please note that this event has been postponed until further notice.
Date
5:45 PM | film begins
Location
Admission
RSVP required
About the Film
A classic noir-style look at the gritty underbelly of NYC’s tabloid world and directed by Brit Alexander Mackendrick. Burt Lancaster plays the menacing, Walter Winchell-style, gossip columnist on perpetual prowl for sleazy copy. Tony Curtis is a hungry and similarly unprincipled press agent looking to promote his clients’ careers at any cost. Much of the film was shot on location–on the crowded streets of the Theater District and in West Side Jazz Clubs. The punchy, spare, and compelling screenplay is by Clifford Odets. Soundtrack combines orchestral music by the versatile Elmer Bernstein and modern jazz by the Chico Hamilton Quintet (including numbers performed in the film’s club scenes).
Runtime is approximately 96 minutes and released in 1957. Come early to gather in the lower level of the Club and grab a beverage at the legendary Wiggins Bar. Screenings will begin promptly afterwards.
About the Autumn Film Series
Are you looking for fun things to do this season? Movie dates are always a go-to option! Brought to you by the Salmagundi Program Committee, Club members Barbara Genco and Michael Rosenfeld will be hosting a carefully curated film series. This series is a chance for film enthusiasts to come together at the start of the weekend for a shared cinematic experience. All are welcome to participate in a casual conversation covering a variety of viewpoints.
The selection of films have been carefully curated based on their renown as old favorites, good reception, and have remained a source of timeless interest.
Hungry?
Conversation will take place over dinner after the film. Ticketed attendees who would love to join us may make a reservation via our Reservations page and include the message “Film Series dinner”. On the day of the screening, those wishing to dine must place their orders prior to the start of the film.
Join us for the journey
Want to join us for the entire journey? We’re happy to have you onboard! Pay a lump sum in advance for a discounted price by clicking the “RSVP for All Films button”, which grants you admission to all 6 films.