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Thursday, August 10, 2023
DOORS & WINE OPEN AT 7:30 PM
THE FILM BEGINS AT 8 PM
In August, film critic and scholar Beth Accomando will return to host Flicks on the Bricks. This year we’re celebrating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Warner Brothers studio, and Beth has a stellar lineup of films to showcase the studio’s long history of American filmmaking.
The Athenaeum's outdoor movie series, Flicks on the Bricks makes it possible for you to enjoy classic movies that you love while enjoying the beautiful summer night on the patio of the Athenaeum.
Cast: starring Errol Flynn and Olivia de Havilland; director, Michael Curtiz
Runtime: 1 hr. 42 min.
Tagline: The Best Loved Bandit Of All Time!
Errol Flynn stars in the swashbuckling role that made him a star as the legendary hero Robin Hood, fighting to rid England of the tyranny of Prince John while trying to win the love of the beautiful Maid Marian (Olivia de Havilland) in the beloved family classic, The Adventures of Robin Hood.
When King Richard the Lion Heart (Ian Hunter) leaves to fight in the Crusades, the evil Prince John (Claude Rains) plots with the help of the Sir Guy of Gisbourne (Basil Rathbone) to usurp the throne. Now, only Sir Robin of Locksley (Flynn), who earns the title of Robin Hood, stands with a daring band of Merry Men to defend the realm, its people and his King.
Academy Awards: Winner: Best Art Direction; Best Film Editing; Best Music, Original Score; Nominee: Best Picture
Memorable Quote: Lady Marian Fitzswalter: Why, you speak treason!
Robin Hood: Fluently.
Fun Trivia: Howard Hill, who is listed in the credits as "Captain of Archers", also played "Elwyn the Welshman" in the archery contest. Hill actually made the shot where we see one arrow split another and he did all the shots which required hitting human targets. He also worked closely with the sound department to produce the distinctive arrow sounds by using specially made arrows.
Genre: Action/Adventure
INDIVIDUAL FILMS:
$20 member / $25 nonmember
SERIES OF 4 FILMS:
$72 member / $92 nonmember
The films will be shown in person and outdoors on the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library patio. There are no physical tickets for these events. Your name will be on an attendee list at the front door. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Seating is first-come; first-served. Priority seating will be given to Donor level members and above.
These events will be presented in compliance with State of California and County of San Diego health regulations as applicable at the time of each film.
Masks optional. If you have a fever, cough, or flu-like symptoms, please stay home.