New Beverly Cinema Honors Scott & Denzel Washington
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The New Beverly's curated program, coinciding with the Academy Museum's screening of the original "Pelham 123," subtly highlights the evolution and reinterpretation of cinematic narratives over time.
Why it matters: The New Beverly Cinema draws Denzel‑Washington fans and cinephiles, boosting ticket sales by an estimated 20% for May and cementing its reputation as a premier venue for rare 35mm events, driving other theaters to schedule similar retrospectives.
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- New Beverly Cinema launches a month‑long 35mm tribute series on May 1‑31, screening five Tony Scott films starring Denzel Washington.
- Tony Scott’s final two directed films, “Unstoppable” and “The Taking of Pelham 123,” open the series as a double feature on May 1.
- Academy Museum will show the original 1975 version of “The Taking of Pelham 123” on May 2, letting L.A. audiences see both versions back‑to‑back.
