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Paramount Movie Classics: “The Lady From Shanghai” (1947) | Oakland

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Friday, February 19, 2010 - 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Cost: $5

Experience the great films of Hollywood’s Golden Era in one of America’s finest Art Deco movie palace.

With over 3,000 seats and a meticulously-restored interior, the Paramount offers a true “Movie Palace” experience straight out of the 1930s – with period newsreels, cartoons, previews, live music from the Mighty Wurlitzer organ and the audience participation spinning wheel game of “Dec-O-Win.”

February 19th Screening: “The Lady From Shanghai” (1947) – Orson Welles’ film noir classic starring Wells himself and Rita Hayworth. The finale, a shoot-out in a hall of mirrors, is legendary in the annals of avant-garde film.

Doors open 60 minutes before the show – giving you ample time to purchase a cocktail, beverage, or movie snack, admire the Art Deco décor, and enjoy the music from the Mighty Wurlitzer organ.

When the curtain rises at 8:00 p.m., you’ll be treated to a newsreel, cartoon, previews, and the Paramount’s prize give-away game “Dec-O-Win”. The feature film begins at 8:30 p.m.

Box Office opens @ 6:00pm | Doors open @ 7:00
All Tickets: $5.00

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