The Elephant Man
Lynch's 1980 film with John Hurt as Joseph Merrick, shot in stark black and white. A Reel Rebels pick, and one of the gentlest things Lynch ever put on screen.
More at Ambler Theater
Dodsworth
William Wyler's 1936 marriage drama, running as a Deep Focus selection. Sunday afternoon screening at one, part of Hollywood Summer Nights.
Steel Magnolias: A Tribute to Dolly Parton
A tribute screening of the 1989 Louisiana beauty shop weepie, with Sally Field, Shirley MacLaine, Olympia Dukakis, Daryl Hannah and a young Julia Roberts. One show, seven o'clock.
Queen Kelly
Erich von Stroheim's troubled 1932 Gloria Swanson picture, rarely booked anywhere. Two showtimes on the Hollywood Summer Nights calendar, 4:15 and 7.
Around the same time
Second Saturday
A themed night in the plaza at SORA West with seasonal food, cocktails and a band. The 9's Band takes the October 10 slot, the last one of the year.
Rock of Ages
The Tony-nominated jukebox musical built on eighties arena rock, running three weeks on the riverside stage. Recommended for ages 14 and up, and children under four are not permitted in the theater.
McConkey's Market
Soaps, balms, candles, home goods and treats made from plants grown in the park's own kitchen gardens, sold for one Saturday in October. Money goes back into the gardens and their education programs.
