Tonight's the night. Even if it rains, the show will go on, as long as lightning and wind don't upstage the fest. Every Tuesday evening until August 28, the city will showcase classic movies at Butler Field in Grant Park (Monroe and Lake Shore Drive).
Young Frankensteinis the first offering and will be introduced by film critic Richard Roeper. This is one of my favorite Mel Brooks movie. It stars Gene Wilder, the late Peter Boyle, and the hilarious bug-eyed Marty Feldman. It is a great choice for a movie under the stars. I hope the weather cooperates.
For a change, I like every movie on the list. The Awful Truth, a typical 30's screwball comedy about marriage is my must see flick. It stars my favorite actor Cary Grant whose skill and timing as a comic actor is outstanding. It is scheduled August 7th, close to my birthday. I think I will definitely treat myself to this one. The other movies are Written on the Wind, The Sweet Smell of Success, Double Indemnity, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and The Sound of Music. See what I mean. All of them are great classics.
Even better, they are all free. The action begins at sunset. Umbrellas, grilling, alcohol and pets are not allowed. Just bring a blanket and a buddy and some popcorn.
For more information, go to http://egov.cityofchicago.org. Click on Things to Do, then Festivals.
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