Film: The Blues Brothers at the Capitol Theater

It’s The Blues Brothers. If you haven’t seen it on the big screen, now’s your chance. Also for those who saw it on the big screen when it first came out in 19 mumble-mumble, now’s the chance to see if it stood the test of time. :)

Either way it will be fun.

The Olympia Film Society is showing The Blues Brothers as a staff pick and the OFS executive said “I hope to share something a little raunchy, funny, and a true triumph for the underdog, while also celebrating the essence of friendship. This movie will make you want to stand up and cheer!”

This is how the Olympia Film Society describes the film:

After his release from prison, Jake (John Belushi) reunites with his brother, Elwood (Dan Aykroyd) — collectively known as the “Blues Brothers.” Jake’s first task is to save the orphanage the brothers grew up in from closing, by raising $5,000 to pay back taxes. The two are convinced they can earn the money by getting their old band back together. However, after playing several gigs and making a few enemies, including the police, the brothers face daunting odds to deliver the money on time.

Both the critics and the film viewers at Rotten Tomatoes love this movie. The critics give it a 71% on the Tomatometer while audiences rates 92% on the Popcornmeter—so we might consider it a People’s Choice.

Come along Thursday, Aug. 28, 7 p.m. There will be soda, and popcorn and your very own, narrow, squeaky seat (no cup holders provided). You’ll also be able to get a beer or a cider—and why not?

If you need other reasons to come out and see it, it is being shown at the Capitol Theater where you can get beer with your popcorn and feel good about supporting the Olympia Film Society.

The movie starts at 7 p.m.., but the box office opens at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets are $13 and cannot be bought online. The Capitol Theater is old style which means you buy your tickets at the box office and there's no assigned seating—although every time I've been there, there are plenty of places to sit.

I plan to arrive around 6:40, linger around outside for a few minutes, and then get my ticket and be seated in the theater with my popcorn and beverage by about 6:50. I generally try to sit in the middle of the theater on the first floor.

Also, a post-movie beverage and/or dessert at The Spar is a possibility if anyone is interested.

Note: I am cross listing this event on other Meetups.