Hello Everyone!

We've had people ask us about the new Jeff Buckley documentary, and I'm happy to say that we're able to bring IT'S NEVER OVER, JEFF BUCKLEY for one week starting this Friday (and we just learned that there's 26 minutes of bonus concert footage at the end of the doc!!).  And as you likely already know, SKETCH (a film I saw and loved at TIFF last year) starts today!

This Saturday & Sunday, we'll have CAT VIDEO FEST 2025.  Earlier this week, our previously scheduled shows were close to selling out...so we were able to sneak in a couple extra screenings this weekend!

If you still need to see SORRY, BABY, this Thursday will be its last day! The new horror film TOGETHER will stick around for one more week.

Next weekend, we'll have the new film from Spike Lee starring Denzel Washington - HIGHEST 2 LOWEST, and we'll also bring a Sundance award-winner for all you horse lovers - EAST OF WALL.  Tickets for HONEY, DON'T- the new film from Ethan Coen starring Margaret Qualley - go on sale Aug 12 (the movie opens Aug 21). Click on any of the titles to learn more.

"Open Caption Mondays" are a hit and much appreciated by many of our regulars.  On Monday, Aug. 11, our screenings of TOGETHER and SKETCH will be presented with Open Captions (aka - captions presented on the screen). 

Synopsis for SKETCH: "When a young girl’s sketchbook falls into a strange pond, her drawings come to life—chaotic, real, and on the loose. As the town descends into chaos, her family must reunite and stop the monsters they never meant to unleash." (Angel Studios)
I saw this film at TIFF last year, and I thought it was really special immediately...but I wondered if there would be a distributor willing to pick it up.  We don't play a lot of material that's suitable for families and can be appreciated by folks yound and old, but this one certainly is. When pitching it to financial backers, the director called it "INSIDE OUT meets JURASSIC PARK."  I hope you'll give it a chance.

Synopsis for IT'S NEVER OVER, JEFF BUCKLEY:  "Rising musician Jeff Buckley had only released one album when he died suddenly in 1997. Now, never-before-seen footage, exclusive voice messages, and accounts from those closest to him offer a portrait of the captivating singer."

FRIDAY PATIO PARTY

THE NEON's Friday "Happy Hour" Patio Parties are heading into their last couple weeks.  We've got special guest hosts, music and food trucks lined up for several more Friday evenings between now and August 15.  Mark your calendars and plan to join us for fun vibes, cocktails and great food on Friday evenings this summer!  Many thanks to our sponsor - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty - for their support in making these parties happen!

On August 8 from 5:30-7:30, it's Theatre Night - join our guest hosts from a few of Dayton's beloved live theatre organizations - Dayton Theatre Lab, Dayton Playhouse, The Human Race Theatre Company & Dayton Theatre Guild.  We'll be playing showtunes all evening, and ShowDogs HotDogs food truck will be parked out front!

CatVideoFest 2025

The world's #1 cat video festival is back with screenings in theaters across the USA and around the world. Oscilloscope Laboratories presents  CatVideoFest 2025, a compilation of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses. 
Each year, across the country, local theaters partner with nearby cat-focused charities, animal welfare associations and shelters alike — a portion of ticket proceeds from every show goes directly to local cats in need.

SAT, AUG 9 | 12:00 & 5:00
SUN, AUG 10 | 12:00 & 5:00

NEON Nostalgia Night - 
ROMAN HOLIDAY

Hop on the back of the Vespa — we’re heading to ROMAN HOLIDAY! 🍕🍨🍊 Join us for a dreamy night of Italian romance, classic film, and indulgent treats at the next Nostalgia Night on August 14th!  Happy Hour starts at 6:00, and the movie starts at 7:30!
We'll have Illy’s Wood Fired Pizza, a full-on affogato bar (yes, espresso + gelato = heaven), and a perfectly bittersweet Aperol Spritz Happy Hour.

 🎟️ Get your tickets now before Audrey and Gregory ride off without you!

Special thanks to our sponsor - Brian Sharp of SharpGroup Berkshire Hathaway Professional Home Realty.

THU, AUG 14 | 7:30

THE LAST CLASS

ENCORE ADDED! American political economist, professor, author, and social media sensation Robert Reich teaches his final "Wealth and Poverty" class to 1,000 students at UC Berkeley, ending a 40-year career that reached 40,000 students. One thousand fill the biggest lecture hall on the UC Berkeley campus, the last class to receive Reich's wisdom and exhortations not to accept that the world has to stay the way it is. His belief in the next generation's ability to take on the fight is inspiring.Tickets are $12.50 each.

WED,  AUG 6 | 7:30 -SOLD OUT!
SAT, AUG 16 | Noon -  Tix Available!

MEET-UP AT THE MOVIES: 
THE GRATEFUL DEAD MOVIE

This special cinematic event allows fans to come together and celebrate the enduring legacy of the Grateful Dead. This fan-favorite cult classic follows the legendary band on what at the time was believed to be their final performances, a five-night run at San Francisco's Winterland Ballroom in October of 1974, the final night billed as “The Last One.” Featuring stellar live performances, mind-bending animation, interviews with band members and crew, the film has a rare focus on the band’s fans and their deep commitment to the Dead Head lifestyle. Be sure to stay till the end for the exclusive theatrical premier of “China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider,” a bonus live performance from the October ‘74 Winterland shows not included in the official film release.
2 Special Screenings Only!  Tickets $15 each.

SUN, AUG 17 | 5:00
MON, AUG 25 | 7:30

CORNER STORE presents a  FREE Screening of  ALMOST FAMOUS!

Ian Mullen, a former employee at THE NEON, has written a screenplay inspired by his time of employment with us...and he's hosting a free screening of ALMOST FAMOUS (the classic Cameron Crowe film starring Kate Hudson, Billy Crudup and Frances McDormand) along with a pitch to tell us all about the upcoming project.

To read more about the project and reserve your FREE ticket for the evening, click the button below.

WED, AUG 20 | 7:30

PEE-WEE'S BIG ADVENTURE

"Victor & Mal's 'Cult Movie Night' returns for the month of August to celebrate the 40th anniversary and the life of our generation's most beloved TV character Pee-Wee Herman.  Originally released on August 11th 1985 and being the feature film debut of director Tim Burton, it was a match made in weirdo heaven... And being one of the most quotable, memorable films of our generation, there really is nothing like watching it with a group of Pee-Wee Fans.  So pull up on your bikes, and let's all have a Pee-Wee Party on August 21!  There will also be an extremely rare screening of the short film THE ORKLY KID starring E.G. Daily, who starred as Dottie PEE-WEE'S BIG ADVENTURE in a very early performance. THE ORKLEY KID is an incredibly unique short film from the BEAVER TRILOGY starring a young Crispin Glover in a performance you just have to see. Sponsored by Dayton's own Blood Scream Comics.  
Tickets are $13 each.

THU, AUG 21 | 7:30

UNION

This one-time special screening of the award-winning documentary UNION is being presented by IUE-CWA Local 775 and 775 and the Dayton-Miami Valley Democratic Socialists of America (DSA).
UNION is a documentary about the formation of the Amazon Labor Union (ALU). 
“Up against one of the most powerful companies on the planet, a group of Amazon workers embark on an unprecedented campaign to unionize their warehouse in Staten Island, New York.” 
Premiering at the 2024 Sundance Festival, UNION won the “U.S. Documentary Special Jury Award for the Art of Change.” 
One time only - Tues, Sept 2 at 7:30 - followed by a Q&A panel!
Tickets are $10 each.

TUE, SEPT 2 | 7:30

SAVE THE DATE

On September 24, we will host a screening of WILLIS BING DAVIS - REACH HIGH & REACH BACK!  Sponsored by Twentig, Inc, this screening will be FREE and open to the public.  In next week's newsletter, I'll provide more details and let you know how you can secure tickets.

WED, SEPT. 24 | 7:30

Thank you for all of your support,
Jonathan

WEDNESDAY, AUG 6 – THURSDAY, AUGUST 14:

SORRY. BABY (R) 1 Hr 43 Min
Wednesday (Aug 6): 5:15
Thursday (Aug 7): 7:20
FINAL DAY - Aug 7!

TOGETHER (R) 1 Hr 42 Min
Wednesday (Aug 6): 2:50, 7:30
Thursday (Aug 7): 2:50, 5:10, 7:30
Friday, Saturday, Sunday (Aug 8-10): 2:50, 5:10, 7:30
Monday -Thursday (Aug 11-14): 5:10, 7:30

SKETCH (PG) 1 Hr 32 Min
Wednesday & Thursday (Aug 6 & 7): 3:00, 5:10
Friday (Aug 8): 12:15, 2:30, 5:00
Saturday, Sunday (Aug 9 & 10): 2:30
Monday - Thursday (Aug 11-14): 3:00, 5:15

IT’S NEVER OVER, JEFF BUCKLEY (NR) 1 Hr 46 Min
+ 26 min of Bonus Content
Friday, Saturday, Sunday (Aug 8-10): 12:10, 7:15
Monday & Tuesday (Aug 11 & 12): 2:30, 7:15
Wednesday & Thursday (Aug 13 & 14): 2:30

CAT VIDEO FEST 2025 (NR) 1 Hr 13 Min
Saturday & Sunday (Aug 9 & 10): 12:00, 5:00

NEON Nostalgia Night – ROMAN HOLIDAY (NR) 1 Hr 58 Min
Thursday (Aug 14): 7:30