This is something really intriguing about the Grand Rapids Public Library’s after hours screening of the 1968 classic film “Night of the Living Dead” at Stonesthrow in the Creston Neighborhood.
Personally, I cannot recall another time in our history when a local furniture showroom in the city has hosted a film like this, which makes this event very intriguing.
But most importantly, it is the selection of Director George Romero’s classic horror film that should have folks lining up out the back door at Stonesthrow to see this original zombie picture.
The story is quite simple according to IMDB which writes, “There is panic throughout the nation as the dead suddenly come back to life. The film follows a group of characters who barricade themselves in an old farmhouse in an attempt to remain safe from these flesh eating monsters.”
The film is an independent film success story, too. “Night of the Living Dead” was made for $114,000 but has grossed since its release $12 million domestically and $18 million internationally. Not a bad return on that investment.
And because it is a film screening, you can be certain they will have plenty of movie snacks, cold beverages, and the chance spotting of a zombie or two. You might even want to propose a toast to Romero, who died last month at the age of 77.
This is a free event for those 18 and older and is a part of the Grand Rapids Public Library 2017
Summer Reads program. It is suggested that attendees enter in the back entrance of this Plainfield Avenue store. Free parking, too, in the rear lot.