Dreamworks’ fantasy comedy sequel Shrek 2 returns just in time for its 20th anniversary!
Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey set off to Far, Far Away to meet Fiona’s mother and father, the Queen and King. But not everyone is happily ever after. Shrek and the King find it difficult to get along, and there’s tension in the marriage. The Fairy Godmother discovers that Fiona has married Shrek instead of her son Prince Charming and plots to destroy their marriage.
Read MoreUp next in our Party Like It’s 1999 series is Being John Malkovich, Spike Jonze’s wildly inventive dark comedy!
Craig Schwartz (John Cusack) is a struggling puppeteer who discovers a portal inside a mundane office building that leads directly into the mind of actor John Malkovich. Upon entering, people can experience life as Malkovich for 15 minutes before being ejected onto the side of a New Jersey highway. Craig, along with his wife Lotte (Cameron Diaz) and his colleague Maxine (Catherine Keener), devises a scheme to sell access to the portal. As they exploit this bizarre opportunity, tensions rise, relationships become strained, and Malkovich himself begins to unravel as he confronts the bizarre invasion of his mind.
Read MoreOur Page to Screen series continues with Where the Wild Things Are, Spike Jonze’s imaginitive adaptation of the beloved Maurice Sendak book!
Max, a lonely and imaginative boy, runs away from home after an emotional outburst and sails to an island inhabited by mysterious creatures known as the Wild Things. These creatures, with their complex emotions and childlike behavior, crown Max as their king, and together they embark on playful, yet emotionally charged, adventures. As Max navigates this wild and unpredictable world, he learns important lessons about friendship, leadership, and the consequences of his actions.
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Read MoreJust added: The Mimosa Girls will be joining us to perform a number from their Hocus Pocus drag show before the film!
Grab your favorite broom and caldron and head to The Frida Cinema as we team up with our friends at OC Pride for our annual screening of the 1993 classic Hocus Pocus!
After 300 years of slumber, three sister witches are accidentally resurrected in Salem on Halloween night, and it is up to three kids and their newfound feline friend to put an end to the witches’ reign of terror once and for all.
Although Hocus Pocus did not achieve major box office success upon its release, it has since become a cult classic. Its mix of humor, magic, and Halloween-themed adventure has cemented its place as a seasonal favorite. The film’s playful take on witchcraft, combined with its memorable characters and enchanting soundtrack, continues to captivate audiences of all ages.
This program is a venue rental engagement. The views and opinions expressed in this program do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of The Frida Cinema or its staff.
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Read MoreJoin Cinematic Void for a 30th anniversary screening of The Crow, Alex Proyas’ gothic fantasy classic!
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