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The first Iranian Vampire Western ever made, Ana Lily Amirpour's debut basks in the sheer pleasure of pulp. A joyful mash-up of genre, archetype, and iconography, its prolific influences span spaghetti westerns, graphic novels, horror films, and the Iranian New Wave.
Explore the darker side of Los Angeles with two of Billy Wilder’s most iconic masterpieces. In SUNSET BOULEVARD (1950), William Holden plays a down-on-his-luck screenwriter drawn into the decaying world of silent film star Norma Desmond, portrayed with haunting grandeur by Gloria Swanson. Then, in DOUBLE INDEMNITY (1944), Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck smolder in a razor-sharp tale of lust, betrayal, and cold-blooded murder—Wilder’s definitive take on noir. Two iconic films. One legendary director. Journey into the dark heart of the City of Angels at The New Parkway.
NR
Frankie Bono puts his work as a hitman above all else, never allowing distractions to come between him and his intended goals on the job. His life is a solitary one, and makes sure his focus is never shaken. When his latest target makes him re-evaluate himself, a former flame comes back into his life, Frankie finds himself in an unfamiliar situation. Can he maintain his focus and finish the job, or will he finally have to give in to his loneliness?
Rfor bloody violent content including a suicide, grisly images and language.
Two conspiracy obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth.
PG
Cereal Cinema is the New Parkway's Saturday morning offering of family-friendly fun, accompanied by an all-you-can-eat cereal bar. We'll have classic cartoons from decades past on the screen, none announced until the actual show, but all of a PG or G equivalency.
PG-13thematic elements, some language and suggestive references.
In Eleanor The Great, June Squibb brings to vivid life the witty and proudly troublesome 94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein, who after a devastating loss, tells a tale that takes on a dangerous life of its own. Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut is a comically poignant exploration of how the stories we hear become the stories we tell.
R
Based on the acclaimed memoir of the same name by Alysia Abbott, Fairyland is a coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of San Francisco’s vibrant cultural scene in the 1970s and ’80s. This captivating film chronicles a father and daughter relationship as it evolves through an era of bohemian decadence to the sober and heartbreaking era of the AIDS crisis.
The New Parkway is now hosting a monthly five-course vegan dinner on our Mezzanine paired with a reserved loveseat and movie of your choosing (chosen from movies playing that evening). Two ticket options are Dinner+Movie for $100/person and Dinner+Movie+Unlimited Drinks for $130/person. For those buying the former option, drinks will be available for purchase from our bar. You may enjoy your dinner at any time between 6-9pm and watch a movie before or after your dinner reservation. You would arrange your dinner and movie times by emailing [email protected]. November's menu is a harvest festival on a plate: •Brussels sprouts, smoked Tofu •Collard green caldo verde, trumpet mushroom linguica •Persimmon salad with chicories, little gem lettuce, creamy miso-lemon dressing, macadamia nuts, crispy rice •Red wine glazed tempeh, whipped parsnips, beet coulis, fried sage •Carrot cake, vegan cream cheese frosting
The New Parkway is now hosting a monthly five-course vegan dinner on our Mezzanine paired with a reserved loveseat and movie of your choosing. Two ticket options are Dinner+Movie for $100/person and Dinner+Movie+Unlimited Drinks for $130/person. For those buying the former option, drinks will be available for purchase from our bar. You may enjoy your dinner at any time between 6-9pm and watch a movie before or after your dinner reservation. You would arrange your dinner and movie times by emailing [email protected]. October's menu is all about the pumpkins: •Fried delicata, persillade •Pumpkin bisque, pumpkin seed gremolata •Roasted butternut squash, pomegranate seeds, shaved red onion, arugula, lemon tahini •Roasted squash and mushroom risotto •Biscochito and pumpkin ice cream sandwich
Rfor bloody violence and grisly images.
A brilliant but egotistical scientist brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation
Enter the dark heart of noir with two searing thrillers from suspense master Fritz Lang. In The Big Heat (1953), Glenn Ford takes on a city STEEPED in corruption, with Gloria Grahame as a doomed femme fatale and Lee Marvin as a coffee-slinging brute. Then, in MINISTRY OF FEAR (1944), a carnival-won cake pulls Ray Milland into a spiraling web of espionage and paranoia in wartime London. Coffee. Cake. Corruption. Taste the dark genius of Fritz Lang at The New Parkway.
PG-13for terror, bloody images and strong language
A loyal dog moves to a rural family home with his owner, only to discover supernatural forces lurking in the shadows. As dark entities threaten his human companion, the brave pup must fight to protect the one he loves most.
A world of silencers, shadows, and sudden violence unfolds in two noir classics. BLAST OF SILENCE (1961) follows a haunted hitman navigating New York’s harsh winter on a cold mission. Then, THE LINEUP (1958) unleashes Eli Wallach as a terrifying, fast-talking killer tearing through San Francisco’s underworld. Its chilling finale unfolds on the historic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, with unforgettable views of the Bay Area’s mid-century grit from the Embarcadero to Sutro’s ruins. Two killers in the original gig economy. Take in these two “hits” at The New Parkway.
JIMMY IN SAIGON begins as a personal exploration into the mysterious death and radical life of Jimmy McDowell, an American 24-year-old Vietnam veteran who died as a civilian in Saigon in 1972, when filmmaker Peter McDowell was only five. While investigating Jimmy’s drug use and sexuality, Peter takes us from the US Midwest to Vietnam, France and back home again. In his quest to get to know his brother, he uncovers a hidden romance, new family ties and a remarkable global love story.
Your all-access pass to Noirvember at the New Parkway! This pass gets you entry into 6 classic films over 3 weeks. November 4th: Fritz Lang Noir — The Big Heat & Ministry of Fear Enter the dark heart of noir with two searing thrillers from suspense master Fritz Lang. In THE BIG HEAT (1953), Glenn Ford takes on a city steeped in corruption, with Gloria Grahame as a doomed femme fatale and Lee Marvin as a coffee-slinging brute. Then, in MINISTRY OF FEAR (1944), a carnival-won cake pulls Ray Milland into a spiraling web of espionage and paranoia in wartime London. Coffee. Cake. Corruption. Taste the dark genius of Fritz Lang at The New Parkway. November 11th: Billy Wilder Noir — Sunset Boulevard & Double Indemnity Explore the darker side of Los Angeles with two of Billy Wilder’s most iconic masterpieces. In SUNSET BOULEVARD (1950), William Holden plays a down-on-his-luck screenwriter drawn into the decaying world of silent film star Norma Desmond, portrayed with haunting grandeur by Gloria Swanson. Then, in DOUBLE INDEMNITY (1944), Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck smolder in a razor-sharp tale of lust, betrayal, and cold-blooded murder—Wilder’s definitive take on noir. Two iconic films. One legendary director. Journey into the dark heart of the City of Angels at The New Parkway. November 18th: Hitman Noir — Blast of Silence & The Lineup A world of silencers, shadows, and sudden violence unfolds in two noir classics. BLAST OF SILENCE (1961) follows a haunted hitman navigating New York’s harsh winter on a cold mission. Then, THE LINEUP (1958) unleashes Eli Wallach as a terrifying, fast-talking killer tearing through San Francisco’s underworld. Its chilling finale unfolds on the historic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, with unforgettable views of the Bay Area’s mid-century grit from the Embarcadero to Sutro’s ruins. Two killers in the original gig economy. Take in these two “hits” at The New Parkway.
Rfor pervasive language, violence, sexual content, and drug use.
When their evil enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a group of ex-revolutionaries reunites to rescue one of their own's daughter.
Rfor some violent content and brief graphic nudity.
George Orwell was one of the most radical and visionary authors of the 20th Century, whose 1940s novels, such as 1984 and Animal Farm, foretold a chilling, all-too-believable authoritarian future that has become scarily prescient in our modern era. Acclaimed director Raoul Peck working in collaboration with the Orwell Estate, seamlessly interweaves historical clips, readings from Orwell's diary, cinematic references, and dynamic modern day footage to craft not only a definitive portrait of the writer himself, but an entirely fresh take on how remarkably relevant and prophetic his work has become.
PGfor action/violence, rude humor/language, and some scary moments.
When Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for adventure has taken its toll and he has burned through eight of his nine lives, he launches an epic journey to restore them by finding the mythical Last Wish.
Rfor language including some sexual references.
Forty-one years after the release of the groundbreaking mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap, the now estranged bandmates David St. Hubbins, Nigel Tufnel, and Derek Smalls (Michael McKean, Christopher Guest, and Harry Shearer) are forced to reunite for one final concert. Spinal Tap II: The End Continues also marks the resurrection of documentarian Marty Di Bergi (Rob Reiner), who once again tries to capture his favorite metal gods as they contemplate mortality—and the hope that their 12th drummer doesn’t join them in The Great Beyond. Joined by music royalty Paul McCartney and Elton John, Spinal Tap wrestles with their checkered past to put on a concert that they hope will solidify their place in the pantheon of rock ’n' roll.
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Gloria Swanson, as Norma Desmond, an aging silent-film queen, and William Holden, as the struggling young screenwriter who is held in thrall by her madness, created two of the screen's most memorable characters in "Sunset Boulevard." Winner of three Academy Awards®, director Billy Wilder's powerful orchestration of the bizarre tale is a true cinematic classic. From the unforgettable opening sequence -- a body found floating in a decayed mansion's swimming pool -- through the inevitable unfolding of tragic destiny, "Sunset Boulevard" is the definitive statement on the dark and desperate side of Hollywood. Erich von Stroheim as Desmond's discoverer, ex-husband and butler, and Nancy Olson as the bright spot amidst unrelenting ominousness, are equally celebrated for their masterful performances.
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Police Sergeant Bannion is investigating the apparent suicide of a corrupt cop, then is suddenly ordered to stop the investigation. Driven to unravel the mystery, Bannion continues probing until an explosion meant for him kills his wife. He resigns from the force and soon learns that behind it all is a powerful underworld organisation led by Mike Lagana and his cold-blooded henchman, Vince Stone.
R
A visiting actress in Washington, D.C., notices dramatic and dangerous changes in the behavior and physical make-up of her 12-year-old daughter. Meanwhile, a young priest at nearby Georgetown University begins to doubt his faith while dealing with his mother's terminal sickness. And, book-ending the story, a frail, elderly priest recognizes the necessity for a show-down with an old demonic enemy.
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1930s Korea, in the period of Japanese occupation, a new girl (Sookee) is hired as a handmaiden to a Japanese heiress (Hideko) who lives a secluded life on a large countryside estate with her domineering Uncle (Kouzuki). But the maid has a secret. She is a pickpocket recruited by a swindler posing as a Japanese Count to help him seduce the Lady to elope with him, rob her of her fortune, and lock her up in a madhouse. The plan seems to proceed according to plan until Sookee and Hideko discover some unexpected emotions.
Rfor language and some drug abuse.
The story of mixed-martial arts and UFC champion Mark Kerr.
An interactive evening of live storytelling At a time when the world feels fractured, come gather around the oldest fire we know: story. Eight storytellers. Seven minutes each. No advice. Just real people telling true stories of grit, change, and courage—stories of meeting life’s challenges and shaping them into power, beauty, and bold new visions. This isn’t a sit-back-and-watch kind of night. You’ll be part of the experience and leave more connected, alive, inspired and brave. Hosted by Cara Jones
When a filmmaker with a rare form of dwarfism seeks out people with bodies like hers, she enters a community in flux. She joins forces with little people artists to trace a troubled history of being put on display. Together they forge a vision of disabled beauty and power.