The American Cinematheque at the Egyptian Theatre will be presenting a special children's matinee screening of PAUL MCCARTNEY'S MUSIC AND ANIMATION COLLECTION on April 17 at 2:00 pm. This special program is the L.A. premiere of three award-winning animated short films written, produced, voiced and scored by Paul McCartney. All screenings are at the newly renovated Lloyd E. Rigler Theatre, 6712 Hollywood Blvd between Highland and Las Palmas.
TROPIC ISLAND HUM, TUESDAY and RUPERT AND THE FROG SONG feature two songs and an orchestral suite never released on disc in the U.S. The program also includes two mini-documentaries showing Paul McCartney and his team creating the 2D animated films. In one documentary interview, McCartney speaks of his passion for animation and the early Disney films that inspire him. The screening is suitable for children age 6 and older. The program is courtesy of MPL and Miramax Home Entertainment - celebrating the DVD release of PAUL MCCARTNEY - THE MUSIC & ANIMATION COLLECTION.
General admission is $9, $6 Cinematheque members and $8 seniors (65+ years) and students with valid ID card. For more information, call (323) 466-FILM or visit www.egyptiantheatre.com.