Catch Pennies From Heaven at the NFSA on Saturday 28 February. Photo: NFSA.
M | 108 Mins | 1981 | DCP | USA| D: Herbert Ross
A struggling music salesman (Steve Martin) escapes his bleak life during The Depression by imagining glamorous musicals.
Based on the Dennis Potter BBC TV series, this film explores the intersection of illusion and reality through classic Hollywood musical numbers.
‘Pennies From Heaven is a rejuvenating, landmark achievement in the evolution of Hollywood musicals, and certainly the finest American movie of 1981.’ – Washington Post
The details
What: Screening of Pennies From Heaven
When: Sat 28 Feb 8 pm
Where: Arc Cinema, NFSA Acton
Cost: $16 Full / $12 Concession (+$1.50 booking fee). Tickets available via NFSA.
We provide specialised equipment for a range of accessibility needs. Arc Cinema is fully wheelchair accessible. For more information, call 02 6248 2000 or email tickets@nfsa.gov.au
