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Free Monday Movie Night Features Henry Fonda in That Certain Woman

  • dateSeptember 2, 2024
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Monday Movies Are Back this Summer at the Historic Owen Theatre!

The Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District is pleased to partner with Branson Regional Arts Council to present a series of Classic Films that were actually shown at the Historic Owen Theatre when they first came out in the 30’s and 40’s. Everyone is invited to join us this Monday, September 9, 2024 at 7pm as we relive the nostalgia of great classic movies at the Historic Owen Theatre with your family and friends!

FREE ADMISSION – SEATING IS LIMITED

No reservations required, but seating is limited and on a first come basis. Doors open at 6:30pm and the film starting at 7:00pm. The concession stand will be open with fresh popcorn, refreshments and other tasty treats available.

Monday, September 9th – 7pm – That Certain Woman (1937 – starring Henry Fonda and Bette Davis)

That Certain Woman – After the death of her gangster husband, Mary Donnell (Bette Davis) starts working as a secretary for lawyer Lloyd Rogers (Ian Hunter), who quickly develops feelings for her despite his marriage. Then Mary meets Jack (Henry Fonda), and they elope, but their brief bliss is interrupted by Jack’s father, who pursues an annulment. Nine months later, Mary bears Jack’s child, but Jack has a new wife who suffered injuries in an accident. Mary must face the many challenges that come her way.

 

The photo above was taken when the film was first presented at the Owen Hillbilly Theatre in 1937.  The theatre had recently opened the year before, and the famous Owen Boat Line truck is parked outside the office of the Owen Boat Line located inside the lobby area of the theatre. This truck is now owned by Johnny Morris and is on display outside the Bass Pro Shop at the Branson Landing.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR OUR FINAL MONDAY MOVIE THIS SUMMER!

  • September 16th– 7pm – Steven Spielberg’s Jaws (1975) 124min

“We are excited to partner with BRAC to offer free classic films. BRAC and the Historic Owen Theatre are a vibrant part of our community and history. It’s always a pleasure to work with our friends and neighbors!  We recommend you arrive early for best parking, then take some time before the films to shop, dine and explore downtown!” 

– Cris Bohinc, Administrator Historic Downtown Branson CID

In 2006, downtown Branson worked with the city and state to form the Historic Downtown Branson CID. The purpose was to help Historic Downtown generate more visitors when its new neighbor arrived; The Branson Landing. The downtown CID started the first public transportation system in Branson and operated within a “Community Improvement District”. The FREE trolleys join Historic Downtown with The Landing!

The “District” provides many things. Several trolleys that are free for riders and paid for by a 1-cent sales tax collected by businesses in the district. Also, Christmas light displays in November and December, lots of advertising on TV, social media, website and so much more!!

The District also partners with the DBBA to get out over 200,000 downtown brochures annually and other needs. The CID is currently working with the city to make upgrades to the public Awbery bathroom and to have the downtown’s landscaping completely redone!

The Historic Downtown Branson CID’s only goal, is to bring more business and beauty to downtown!!

Visit RideSparky.com for updates, the live trolley tracker and much more!

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