The San Francisco Film Society and the Presidio Trust present the second annual Film in the Fog outdoor film and music program, to be held on the lawn of the Main Post Theater. The free, all-ages picnic, concert and movie screening Saturday, October 4 will feature the campy 1950s science fiction classic, The Blob, starring Steve McQueen.
The independently produced thriller tells the story of a rebellious teenager who leads the fight to save his small town from being swallowed up by a gelatinous invader from outer space. The action climaxes in a truly marvelous scene, utilizing ingenious special effects in which the monster devours an entire diner. The Blob screening will be preceded by a vintage newsreel and the 1953 Chuck Jones cartoon, Duck Dodgers in the 24-1/2th Century.
Saturday, October 4, 2003
Outside the Main Post Theatre
99 Moraga Avenue
Presidio of San Francisco
Near the Officers’ Club
5 pm Tours of the historic Main Post Theatre; music by the Supersonic Saxes and a brass quintet of the Air National Guard Band; food and beverage sales.
7 pm Feature presentation, preceded by a Chuck Jones cartoon and newsreel. Sterling James from Alice 97.3 FM will introduce the film.
The Supersonic Saxes and a Brass Quintet from the Air National Guard Band perform live to warm up the audience. Guided tours of the historic Presidio Theatre offer a glimpse of movie houses of yesterday. A Chuck Jones cartoon and newsreel roll before The Blob!
Bring the whole family.
Grab a few blankets.
Pack a picnic dinner or buy food at the movie.