Crosstown Theater

Miloš Forman directed Peter Shaffer’s screenplay, based on his Tony Award-winning play, about the 18th century rivalry between journeyman court composer Antonio Salieri (F. Murray Abraham in an Academy Award-winning tour-de-force performance) and his rival, young upstart Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (fellow Best Actor nominee Tom Hulce). Saul Zaentz’s lavish production features opulent period details, while Shaffer’s witty script speaks eloquently about the challenge of art while leaving room for Mozart’s gorgeous music to dominate. The film earned 11 nominations and its 8 Oscar wins include Best Picture, Actor, Art Direction, Costume Design, Directing, Makeup, Sound, and for Shaffer’s adapted screenplay.

"The Goonies," released in 1985 and directed by Richard Donner, is an adventure-comedy film that follows a group of kids in the small town of Astoria, Oregon. When they discover […]

"Psycho," directed by Alfred Hitchcock and released in 1960, is a landmark in the thriller and horror genres. The film follows Marion Crane, who steals a large sum of money […]

"Young Frankenstein," released in 1974 and directed by Mel Brooks, is a comedic homage to classic horror films. The story follows Dr. Frederick Frankenstein, the grandson of the infamous Victor […]

"The Rocky Horror Picture Show," released in 1975 and directed by Jim Sharman, is a cult musical comedy that parodies science fiction and horror B-movies. The film follows a young […]

"Creature from the Black Lagoon," released in 1954 and directed by Jack Arnold, is a classic sci-fi horror film that introduced audiences to a memorable monster. Set in the Amazon […]

"The Evil Dead," released in 1981 and directed by Sam Raimi, is a seminal horror film known for its intense scares and innovative style. The story follows five college friends […]

The 27th annual Indie Memphis Film Festival, presented by Hyde Family Foundation, returns to the big screen November 14 - 17 at Crosstown Theater, Malco Studio on the Square, and […]