Hello Everyone!

As promised, we're about to open one of the most anticipated films of the season.  Winner of "Best Picture - Drama" (and more) at this year's Golden Globes, THE BRUTALIST opens tomorrow evening (Jan. 23).

If you still need to see THE ROOM NEXT DOOR, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN or THE LAST SHOWGIRL, we figured out a way to keep all three films for another week!

We've added a lot of new special events to our line-up.  From our Valentine's Nostalgia Night to a new doc about Luther Vandross to our David Lynch salute on "Twin Peaks Day"....read about all of these and more below.

A SPECIAL REQUEST FROM THE DOWNTOWN PARTNERSHIP as they work to make energize and improve downtown Dayton..."Tell us what makes Downtown Dayton stand out! You’re invited to share your ideas, comments, and feedback about what makes our community unique and what we can work on together to make it even better. Everyone who responds by January 29 will be entered to win $100 in Downtown Dollars! Look for the comment box inside THE NEON and at businesses around Downtown Dayton. Submissions are also being accepted online at this LINK."

"Open Caption Mondays" are a hit and much appreciated by many of our regulars.  On Monday, Jan. 27, all screenings of THE BRUTALIST, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN, THE LAST SHOWGIRL and THE ROOM NEXT DOOR will be presented with Open Captions (aka - captions presented on the screen). 

Synopsis for THE BRUTALIST: Winner of "Best Motion Picture Drama" as well as "Best Actor" for Adrien Brody at this year's Golden Globes (in addition to numerous other awards  around the world), THE BRUTALIST is certain to be a big Oscar contender this year. "Fleeing from post-war Europe in 1947, a visionary architect and his wife settle in Pennsylvania where a wealthy and mysterious client changes their lives forever."
All screenings of THE BRUTALIST will be presented with a 15 minute intermission.

Silents Synced: NOSFERATU with RADIOHEAD

TONIGHT - VERY FEW TICKETS REMAIN! "Silents Synced" pairs classic silent movies with epic rock music. Created by an independent cinema owner for independent cinemas! The first film in this series will feature Radiohead’s “KID A (2000) / Amnesiac (2001),” paired with NOSFERATU - the 1922 silent German Expressionist vampire film directed by F. W. Murnau and starring Max Schreck as Count Orlok.

WED, JAN 22 | 7:30

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

Thank you for all of your support,
Jonathan

A COMPLETE UNKNOWN (R) 2 Hrs 21 Min
Wednesday (Jan 22): 2:30
Thursday (Jan 23): 3:00
Fri - Thur (Jan 24-30): 2:10

THE LAST SHOWGIRL (R) 1 Hr 29 Min
Wednesday & Thursday (Jan 22 & 23): 5:20
Fri, Sat, Sun: (Jan 24-26)  12:10, 7:30
Mon - Wed (Jan 27-29): 7:40
Thursday (Jan 30): No Screening

THE ROOM NEXT DOOR (PG-13) 1 Hr 47 Min
Wednesday (Jan 22): 2:40, 5:15, 7:40
Thursday (Jan 23): 2:50, 7:30
Fri - Wed (Jan 24-26): 5:10
Thur (Jan 27): 5:00

NOSFERATU SNYC’D WITH RADIOHEAD (NR) 1 Hr 34 Min
Wednesday (Jan 22): 7:30

THE BRUTALIST (R) 3 Hrs 35 Min
Thursday (Jan 23): 6:00
Fri, Sat, Sun (Jan 24-26): 1:30, 6:00
Mon - Thur (Jan 27-30): 2:00, 6:15