Hello Everyone!

This weekend marks the start of another "Best Picture" contender - NICKEL BOYS.  Based on the novel by Colson Whitehead, this film is special in a lot of ways. Manohla Dargis of The New York Times  writes, "It’s a stunning achievement."  And David Fear of Rolling Stone  writes, "There is simply nothing else like it."  We hope you'll help us spread the word and experience it on the big screen this weekend at THE NEON.

If you still need to see THE ROOM NEXT DOOR or THE LAST SHOWGIRL, you only have a few more chances!  Both of those films are leaving this week.  THE BRUTALIST will stick around for another week, and A COMPLETE UNKNOWN will have one show per day until Feb. 6.

"Open Caption Mondays" are a hit and much appreciated by many of our regulars.  On Monday, Feb. 3, all screenings of THE BRUTALIST, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN, and NICKEL BOYS will be presented with Open Captions (aka - captions presented on the screen). 

Synopsis for NICKEL BOYS: "Elwood Curtis' college dreams are shattered when he's sentenced to Nickel Academy, a brutal reformatory in the Jim Crow South. Clinging to his optimistic worldview, Elwood strikes up a friendship with Turner, a fellow Black teen who dispenses fundamental tips for survival." Based on the novel by Colson Whitehead, NICKEL BOYS has been nominated for 2 Academy Awards - "Best Picture" and "Best Adapted Screenplay." 

LUTHER: NEVER TOO MUCH

Join us for a special, one-time screening of LUTHER: NEVER TOO MUCH on Monday, Feb. 10 at 7:30! Luther Vandross started his career supporting David Bowie, Roberta Flack, Bette Midler, and more. His undeniable talent earned platinum records and accolades, but he struggled to break out beyond the R&B charts. Intensely driven, he overcame personal and professional challenges to secure his place amongst the greatest vocalists in history. Featuring: Jamie Foxx, Mariah Carey, Dionne Warwick, Valerie Simpson, Roberta Flack and more!

MON, FEB 10 | 7:30

THE BODYGUARD - 
NEON Nostalgia Night: Valentine's Edition

✨  The countdown is on for the 3rd Annual Valentine’s Nostalgia Nights at THE NEON! ✨
This beloved tradition has brought our community together for two sold-out years, and this year promises to be even more magical. 💕 
Join us on February 13th for a special screening of THE BODYGUARD — a timeless tale of love and music.
We’re excited to partner with Swoon Wine + Books and Winans Coffee + Chocolate for a lobby happy hour to sweeten the night (starting at 6:30). Plus, you can expect some extra treats and surprises to make this a truly unforgettable celebration of love, music, and romance. 💃🍷🍫
Don’t wait—tickets will go fast!  Plan your red carpet look and grab your tickets today.
Tickets are $30 each and include a drink of choice, chocolates, the movie and more.
Many thanks to our sponsor - Brian Sharp, of SharpGroup - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty!

THU, FEB. 13 | 7:30

BOX BROWN

The Junior Leaguers Club of Dayton are preparing for their 14th annual fundraiser with BOX BROWN: A BOX MARKED FREEDOM. This film has won many accolades and awards - which is amazing since it was a 10 year project with a zero dollar budget. Everything was donated so the independent filmmaker could tell the true story of an enslaved man who mailed himself to freedom in 1849.  Scholarship applications will be available for graduating seniors, and the screening will be followed by a discussion.
Organizer Jackie Colvard writes, "I remember seeing the one-man play and reading the children’s book to my children, so I was excited when I heard about the film...In such a time as this, let us not forget any of our history."
Tickets for adults are $25. (Includes film, popcorn, wine, and a soda)
Tickets for students $10. (Includes film, popcorn, and a soda)
TICKETS ONLY AVAILABLE FROM JACKIE COLVARD OR IN-PERSON AT THE NEON!

SAT, FEB 15 | Noon

CULT MOVIE NIGHT - CANDYMAN

Cult Movie Night is excited to celebrate the late, great Tony Todd with the 1992 cult classic CANDYMAN!
CANDYMAN follows Helen, played by Virginia Madsen, a skeptical college student researching a popular urban legend in the Chicago housing projects known as Cabrini-Green.  After learning of a recent murder there, the local residents describe seeing a tall man with a hook for a hand linking him to the murder.  Helen gets deeper and more obsessed with the lore when a man resembling the legend starts to stalk her, sending her into the realization that this legend may be all too real.  
Based on a story by Clive Barker and featuring a beautifully haunting score by Philip Glass while exploring themes of racism and injustice through black history, CANDYMAN remains a nearly perfect film and needs to be seen theatrically...just don’t say his name 5 times.   
Also featuring trailers, A tribute to Tony Todd, a short film and other surprises.  
Tickets $13 each

THU, FEB 20 | 7:30

CAMP DELAWARE

Community Arts Network will premiere their Ohio-produced film CAMP DELAWARE on Saturday, February 22nd at Noon. CAMP DELAWARE tells the story of the recruitment, mustering in, training, and bravery in battle of the 5th U.S. Colored Troops during the American Civil War. Training took place in Delaware, Ohio, and four from the unit were awarded the Medal of Honor. This film incorporates footage from a stage production combined with footage shot on locations. Letters from the soldiers, speeches of political figures of the day, and popular music of the era bring this history to life. This screening will raise money for the Community Arts Network Scholarship Fund and includes a Q&A with producers Mark and Francine Butler and members of the cast. Tickets are $15 each - available on-line or in-person.

SAT, FEB 22 | Noon

TWIN PEAKS: FIRE WALK WITH ME

Join us as we honor the life of the filmmaking legend David Lynch by celebrating "Twin Peaks Day" with a special screening of TWIN PEAKS: FIRE WALK WITH ME. "In the questionable town of Deer Meadow, Washington, FBI Agent Desmond inexplicably disappears while hunting for the man who murdered a teen girl. The killer is never apprehended, and, after experiencing dark visions and supernatural encounters, Agent Dale Cooper chillingly predicts that the culprit will claim another life. Meanwhile, in the more cozy town of Twin Peaks, hedonistic beauty Laura Palmer hangs with lowlifes and seems destined for a grisly fate."  Tickets are $10 each, and a fun-filled night is in the works.

MON, FEB 24 | 7:30

HIPPO

Join us for a special, one-night-only screening of HIPPO - with visiting lead actor Kimball Farley! "HIPPO examines the coming-of-age of two step-siblings: Hippo, a video-game addicted teenager and Buttercup, a Hungarian Catholic immigrant with a love of classical music and Jesus. Like the Ancient Greek Aphrodite, Buttercup’s love is unrequited by a brother who prefers to indulge the art of war and chaos. The result is a hormone-fueled, tragicomic waking nightmare that must be seen to be believed."  David Gordon Green said, "HIPPO’s’ strange and dark humor is quintessential viewing and a wonderful reminder of why we all got into indie filmmaking in the first place…a brilliant feature debut." Nick Allen of RogerEbert.com wrote, "the work of a budding provocateur and American satirist...an unholy fusion of A CLOCKWORK ORANGE and NAPOLEON DYNAMITE.” Tickets are $12.50.

TUE, MAR 18 | 7:30

Thank you for all of your support,
Jonathan

A COMPLETE UNKNOWN (R) 2 Hrs 21 Min
Wed & Thur (Jan 29 & 30): 2:10
Friday, Saturday, Sunday (Jan 31-Feb 2): 4:00
Monday-Thursday (Feb 3-6): 4:45

THE LAST SHOWGIRL (R) 1 Hr 29 Min
Wednesday (Jan 29): 7:40
FINAL DAY - Jan 29!

THE ROOM NEXT DOOR (PG-13) 1 Hr 47 Min
Wed (Jan 29): 5:10
Thur (Jan 30): 5:00
FINAL DAY - Jan 30!

THE BRUTALIST (R) 3 Hrs 35 Min
Wed & Thur (Jan 29 & 30): 2:00, 6:15
Fri, Sat, Sun (Jan 31-Feb 2): 1:30, 6:00
Monday-Thursday (Feb 3-6): 2:00, 6:15

NICKEL BOYS (PG-13) 2 Hr 20 Min
Fri, Sat, Sun (Jan 31-Feb 2): 1:00, 7:15
Monday-Thursday (Feb 3-6): 1:50, 7:30