The Cat and the Canary
1927 • Laura La Plante, Creighton Hale, Forrest Stanley Directed by Paul Leni • Introduced by Antonia Carlotta • Live Accompaniment by Robert York on the Mighty Wurlitzer. A cornerstone of the haunted house genre, this stylish silent thriller masterfully blends suspense and dark humor. Expressionist cinematography, eerie shadows, and creeping suspense make every scene a visual delight. With hidden passageways, mysterious disappearances, and unexpected twists, this film helped define the “old dark house” mystery, influencing countless horror films that followed.
Sun, Oct 19
Showtime, 2:30pm
Tickets can be purchased one half hour before each show at the door, or online at oldtownmusichall.org.
Old Town Music Hall, 140 Richmond St. El Segundo, CA 90245. (310) 322-2592
