MATiNEES FOR MANiACS presents...

DAY TWO - A VALENTINE'S WEEKEND TRIBUTE
To John Hughes R.I.P.
This seven-film, two-day festival celebrates John Hughes (R.I.P.) on what would have been his 60th birthday this February. Spanning his whole career from earliest screenplays for National Lampoons to his heartbreaking teen classics, Hughes was always interested in exploring class differences and teen angst not to mention making Molly Ringwald one of the most a-typical 1980s female stars. Don't miss seeing these decade-defining films with the people who genuinely love them. ONLY $10 EACH DAY!


SATURday, FEBRUARY 13, 2010
at the castro theatre in San Francisco, CA.

2:00pm - SIXTEEN CANDLES (1984)
Written and Directed by John Hughes
Containing: Molly Ringwald, Anthony Michael Hall, John Cusack, Gedde Watanabe

The film that changed teen films forever! Come out and admire girls panties, headgear and the almighty Long Duk Dong! 35mm print. Preceded by trailers of other John Hughes classics.

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4:15pm - THE BREAKFAST CLUB (1985)
Written and Directed by John Hughes
Containing: Judd Nelson, Ally Sheedy, Emilo Estevez, Molly, Anthony Michael Hall
For all of you that have grown up watching this champion of 80s teen classics on the TV you most definitely don't want to miss seeing this on the big screen for one major reason: We are screening the original R-rated version from a brand new 35mm print, complete with sex, drugs and dandruff! Preceded by trailers for the new Castro film series: MATiNEES FOR MANiACS.

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6:30pm - PRETTY IN PINK (1986)
Written by John Hughes; Directed by Howard Deutch
Containing: Molly, Andrew McCarthy, Jon Cryer, James Spader, Andrew Dice Clay

There's no better movie to watch on Valentine's Day weekend than this New Wave heartbreaker! All hail to the Duckman. 35mm print. Preceded by trailers for other Jon Cryer classics!

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8:45pm - PLANES, TRAINS & AUTOMOBILES (1987)
Written and Directed by John Hughes
Containing: Steve Martin, John Candy, Laila Robins, Kevin Bacon

This R-rated laugh-riot is not only Steve Martin's favorite film of his career but delivers a comedic duo that rivals any other put onto celluloid. Beware: The film packs a poignant punch! 35mm print. Preceded by more trailers of John Hughes inspired career! We will always love you Mr. Hughes.

Passes for "A Valentine's Tribute Weekend to John Hughes" are only $10 for each day! They will be available online at www.ticketweb.com or at the Castro Theatre box office.

Plus, tons of trivia and giveaways!

Miss this night… and cry!

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