What is a Western? Film Series

Sat Jun 1, 2024 - Sat Oct 26, 2024
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Repeating every month on July, August on the second Saturdays through August 10, 2024.
Also on July 27, 2024, August 17, 2024, October 19, 2024, October 26, 2024.
1:30pm PT
Age: Varies by film
Price: Included With Museum Admission
Location:
Autry National Center
4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA, 90027
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What Is a Western? is an ongoing film series that examines a variety of movies about the American West. 

The majority of the films are traditional Westerns set in the nineteenth century; however, nontraditional Westerns and films outside of the Western genre that provide unique insights into the region are also featured. 

Before every screening a guest lecturer introduces the film and explains its significant in the genre.

Screening Schedule:

June 1: Wild Wild West (1999)

July 13 :  News of the World (2020)

July 27: The Cowboys (1972)

August 10: Foxfire (1955)

August 17: Dr. Strangelove (1964)

October 19: Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat (1989)

October 26: Ramrod (1947)

  

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