Amp up ‘movie night’ with Park City Film’s Twilight Drive-In Series

July 27th, 2020 | Uncategorized

Artwork courtesy Park City Film

Although traditional movie theaters remain shuttered this summer, Park City Film is tapping into a bit of nostalgia to offer an expanded lineup of outdoor drive-in movie experiences with its “Twilight Drive-In” series beginning this Thursday, July 30, at the Utah Olympic Park.

And while the Twilight Drive-In series may sound old-school, rest assured this will be a 21st-century experience complete with an LED screen, on-site catering, and all the prescribed requirements to offer safe and socially distant entertainment that’s perfect for the whole family.

“Thanks to DragonFli Media, the films will be shown on an LED screen, allowing us to provide a drive-in movie like no other and show two films per night as we won’t have to wait until the sun goes down in order to see the screen,” said Katy Wang, executive director of Park City Film.

The series kicks off Thursday with two showings (7 p.m. & 9 p.m.) of “Accomplice,” Teton Gravity Research’s new film that pays homage to all the crazy adventures and crazier comrades that result from our finest sidekick – the mountain bike! The weekend continues with two more adventure documentary films: “McConkey,” celebrating the life of freeskiing pioneer Shane McConkey, showing Friday at 7 p.m.; and “The Dawn Wall,” which follows rock climbers Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson in their quest to climb the seemingly impossible 3,000-foot rock face in Yosemite National Park, showing Saturday at 7 p.m.

For all the Sundance Film Festival lovers, this weekend’s late shows offer a pair of 2020 festival favorites: the indie thriller “Relic,” starring Emily Mortimer, shows at 9 p.m. on Friday; and “Palm Springs,” offering a fresh take on “Groundhog Day” and starring Andy Samberg, shows at 9 p.m. on Saturday.

Also in the series’ lineup are Red Bull Media House’s “K2: The Impossible Descent” (Aug. 6 & 7), “Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice” (Aug. 6), and from the Sundance Film Festival archives – “The Big Lebowski” (Aug. 7).

Pricing is $30 per car spot and includes four people per vehicle, and bike spots are $48 (four people max; masks and FM radios required). Parking is designed to allow for one parking space and one open space next to each vehicle, and spots will be assigned at the entry gate based on vehicle size. Face coverings are required for any patrons that choose to be out of their vehicles or have their windows rolled down.

“We want to remind the community that there’s nothing better than seeing a movie on the big screen with your friends, family and neighbors by creating a safe, entertaining and unique experience for them,” said Wang. “(We) hope that the community will come out early and often so that we can continue to do events like this again in the future!”

And for those whose movie experience isn’t complete without popcorn, Park City Film has partnered with several local catering companies to satisfy your salt cravings, sweet tooth and everything in between! From complete dinners to snacks and drinks, catering partners will provide pre-order and on-site food service. Concessions from UOP also will be available for purchase. Note: Outside food and beverages are not allowed.

Cuisine Unlimited will provide this weekend’s catering services, and menu options and pricing are found here. Future weekends feature Hearth and Hill, Done to Your Taste and Culinary Crafts. Guests are encouraged to pre-order food between 24-48 hours prior to the show.

For a complete list of FAQs, visit https://parkcityfilm.org/twiightdriveinfaq/. A few special notes to keep in mind:

  • All tickets are sold online prior to the event; no on-site or last-minute sales will be available.
  • Campers, buses and limos are not allowed; the maximum-sized vehicles allowed are sprinter vans and pickup trucks without campers.
  • Hatchbacks that extend beyond the roof of the car must remain closed. Sitting in truck beds is allowed, but masks must be worn.
  • Cars may not idle, however, vehicles may be started intermittently to regenerate power, but vehicles should remain off during the show.
  • Sound will be broadcast through a private FM transmitter. The FM station will be announced via the screen when patrons arrive onsite. A working car radio or boom box capable of receiving FM frequency is required. Note: Smart phones cannot be used to access the sound as internet radio does not include local frequencies.

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