WHITE CHRISTMAS Heads Back To Theaters For 70th Anniversary Screenings
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One of the most beloved Christmas musicals of all time is heading back to theaters this holiday season. Irving Berlin’s White Christmas is celebrating it’s 70th anniversary this year, and Turner Classic Movies is teaming up with Fathom Events to bring the yuletide favorite back to select big screens nationwide on December 15, 16, and 17.
The 1954 film is directed by Oscar® winner Michael Curtiz (Casablanca), and stars the talented quartet of Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen. The film features a soundtrack and songs by Irving Berlin which includes seasonal classics like “White Christmas”, “Blue Skies,” “Snow,” and the Oscar®-nominated Crosby and Clooney duet “Count Your Blessings (Instead Of Sheep).”
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Each screening includes an exclusive introduction by fan-favorite film historian Leonard Maltin, taking viewers through the enduring magic of this quintessential holiday hit that has become a December staple for generations of movie lovers. The film recently underwent a 4K restoration and 4K Ultra HD home release.
According to the Fathom Events website, in addition to the nationwide screening, the late Irving Berlin’s family will attend the evening showing of the film on December 15 at the AMC Empire in New York and will take part in a post-screening Q&A, led by musical historian Ted Chapin, which will explore the incredible life and career of one of America’s most prolific songwriters.
For more information on participating theaters and showtimes head over to the Fathom Events website. Tickets are on sale now. Keep going for the trailer for the White Christmas 70th anniversary screenings.