The Colonial Theatre is in the 2% of movie theatres, in the country, that can still project 35mm films. The following films and events run from May through August featuring programming on celluloid. In some cases, this is the only way we can screen these pictures.
A medieval samurai known as Lone Wolf wanders the countryside with his young son to seek revenge against those who murdered his wife. Screens Friday, May 17th, 2024.
Our screening of ‘Enemy Mine’ is a tribute to Louis Gossett Jr. who passed away in March of 2024. During a war between humans and the reptilian Drac race, spaceship pilot Willis Davidge (Dennis Quaid) ends up stranded on an alien world, along with enemy fighter Jeriba Shigan (Louis Gossett Jr.). While both Willis and his Drac counterpart can breathe on the planet, the environment and its creatures are relatively hostile, forcing the two to work together to survive. As time goes by, Willis and Jeriba become unlikely friends, though their unique relationship faces considerable challenges. Screens Sunday, May 19th, 2024.
Exhumed Films is thrilled to partner again with the historic Colonial Theatre for another installment of eX-Fest! eX-Fest is a full 12-hour/seven movie marathon showcasing the greatest, nastiest, and craziest exploitation movies ever made, all presented in 35mm. Hearken back to the glory days of grimy, violent, action-packed grindhouse cinema! A wide swath of exploitation genres will be represented, from kung-fu to blaxploitation, spaghetti western to crime caper, etc., including rarities you won’t see projected anywhere else! All film selections are kept secret and the titles only revealed to the audience as each film is projected. For strong-stomached aficionados of cult and genre movies, eX-Fest is not to be missed! Screens Saturday, June 8th, 2024.
Exhumed Films and The Colonial Theatre are proud to present a weekend-long celebration of one of genre cinema’s most iconic actors. For over forty years, Jeffrey Combs has been a cult movie mainstay and one of the most beloved character actors of his generation. From his breakout role as the deranged scientist Herbert West in Stuart Gordon’s cult classic Re-Animator to his unforgettable appearances in various iterations of the “Star Trek ” franchise, Combs has won over audiences worldwide with his remarkable range, versatility, and wit. “Beyond Re-Animator: A Jeffrey Combs Retrospective” is a two-day marathon featuring some of the actor’s greatest performances and most popular features. Best of all, we will be joined by the legend himself: Jeffrey Combs will be on hand for both days of the event to introduce the films and talk about his long career in horror/sci-fi cinema. VIP ticket holders will also have the opportunity to receive a signed special edition poster and participate in an awesome themed photo-op with Jeffrey! All of this, plus classic trailers and shorts between films, raffles, prize giveaways, and Blu-rays/event merch on sale in the lobby. Don’t miss out on what is sure to be one of the biggest, bloodiest film fests of the year! Screens Friday, June 21st and Saturday, June 22nd, 2024.
Wily band manager Mr. White (Tom Hanks) helps a small-town band achieve big-time success when they released a Beatles-style pop song in 1964. Pennsylvania band the “Oneders” become a sensation after their drummer breaks his arm, and is replaced by jazz enthusiast, Guy Patterson (Tom Everett Scott), who injects something a bit different into their music. Screens Friday, June 28th, 2024.
Murderous ghoul Freddy Krueger (Robert Englund) has slaughtered every last child in his hometown. He ventures on to a new location, scouting fresh young victims to hack up with his finger blades. He arrives in a small town in which his long-lost daughter, Maggie (Lisa Zane), works as a therapist for troubled youths. He attempts to recruit her for his dastardly pursuits, but she has other ideas. Father and daughter meet for a bloody showdown that will determine Freddy’s fate once and for all. Screens Saturday, July 5th, 2024.
A fleet of Martian spacecraft surrounds the world’s major cities and all of humanity waits to see if the extraterrestrial visitors have, as they claim, “come in peace.” U.S. President James Dale (Jack Nicholson) receives assurance from science professor Donald Kessler (Pierce Brosnan) that the Martians’ mission is a friendly one. But when a peaceful exchange ends in the total annihilation of the U.S. Congress, military men call for a full-scale nuclear retaliation. Screens Sunday, July 7th, 2024.
Presented in 3D! Remnants of a mysterious animal have come to light in a remote jungle, and a group of scientists intends to determine if the find is an anomaly or evidence of an undiscovered beast. To accomplish their goal, the scientists (Antonio Moreno, Richard Carlson, Richard Denning, Whit Bissell) must brave the most perilous pieces of land South America has to offer. But the terrain is nothing compared to the danger posed by an otherworldly being that endangers their work and their lives. Screens Sunday, July 14th, 2024.
The Italian Horror Film Festival returns to the Colonial Theatre for an all-nighter featuring five ferocious from Italy (released, filmed, or directed by an Italian filmmaker). The 2024 selection is filled with insanely strange, gory Italian horror cinema. Trust us, you will find contentment in the cadaverous craziness. The full slate of titles coming soon! Screens Saturday, August 17th, 2024.
Brian’s (Christian Slater) adopted brother is killed when he discovers that the shop he works in sends weapons to Vietnam instead of medications. To the police it looks like suicide, but Brian knows better so he skates off to investigate the murder himself. Part of a Double Feature with RAD (1986). Screens Saturday, August 24th, 2024.