DINNER & A MOVIE: Birth of the Living Dead

Feature Documentary by Rob Kuhns

In 1968, a young college drop-out named George A. Romero directed "Night of the Living Dead," a low budget horror film that shocked the world, became an icon of the counterculture, and spawned a zombie industry that continues to this day.  "Birth of the Living Dead," a new documentary, shows how Romero gathered an unlikely team of Pittburghers to shoot his seminal film.
The film is also seen in the context of the singular time in which "Night" was shot.  Archival footage of the Vietnam War and racial strife at home, combined with iconic music from the 60s invites viewers to experience how Romero's tumultuous film reflected this period in American history. "Birth of the Living Dead" shows us how this young filmmaker created a world-renowned horror film that was also a profound insight into how society works. Winner Best Documentary, WHFF 2013.

DINNER & A MOVIE offers elegant dining with superb independent film at the Captain Kidd Restaurant at 77 Water Street in Woods Hole.  Fo $25 per person, select from a preset menu of sumptuous food prepared specially for the evening. The price includes entree and movie, but does not include beverage, dessert, tax or tip.  Dinner is served beginning at 5:30 p.m.  The screening follows at 7:30.  Reservations are required. Call 508-548-8563 to reserve your place now or make a reservation online-screenings sell out. For more information, contact WHFF at 508-495-3456 or info@woodsholefilmfestival.org. For online reservations and the full schedule check www.woodsholefilmfestival.org.