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In-Theater Exclusive! “Lost” George A. Romero Classic! 4K Restoration!
THE AMUSEMENT PARK
United States | 1973/2019 | George A. Romero
This newly rediscovered “lost” film by George A. Romero was made in Pittsburgh five years after his groundbreaking zombie classic Night of the Living Dead. Commissioned by the Lutheran Service Society of Western PA as a movie addressing ageism and elder abuse (but rejected by them for being too disturbing and never released), it’s an allegorical tale about an elderly man (Lincoln Maazel, father of former Cleveland Orchestra Music Director Lorin Maazel) whose visit to an amusement park turns into a hellish nightmare. Romero was as much a satirist as a horror maestro, and The Amusement Park’is perhaps his most savage critique of American society. It will be followed by a pre-recorded conversation with some of the film’s makers. “One of the most upsetting films of the ‘70s.” –RogerEbert.com. Cleveland theatrical premiere. Total approx. 75 min.
Special admission $11; members, CIA & CSU I.D. holders, and those age 25 & under $8. No passes or twofers.
Covid safety protocols. Though Governor DeWine has lifted many Covid restrictions throughout the state, the Cleveland Institute of Art is currently keeping its precautions in place and is assiduously enforcing them. Masks must be worn at all times. Temperatures will be checked upon entering the building. Wristbands will be handed out by security and must be worn while in the building. Social distancing will be maintained in the lobby, restrooms, and theater. In the auditorium, there will be one-way traffic flow and seating will be spaced out, with certain seats and rows blocked off. Sanitation/sterilization stations will dot the premises.
Boxoffice and building. Though we will continue to accept both cash and credit cards at the boxoffice, you will notice other temporary changes to our operation. There will be no access to CIA's upper floors (including restrooms and vending machines), nor to the ground floor beyond the theater and lobby. Our community candy dish will be put away. The Annex parking lot will be closed, so park for free in Lot 73 (off E. 117th St. south of Euclid) and enter the building through Entrance C (the only entry door that will be open) off Lot 73.
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Single Film Admission
General Admission: $12
Member: $9 (includes CIA and CSU I.D. holders)
Age 25 & under: $9 (proof of age required)
Additional film on the same day: $9 (or the member price for that film)
Note: Certain films cost more. Exceptions are noted.
No refunds unless screening is canceled.