The Last Unicorn Launches 40th Anniversary Celebration at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
(Los Angeles, California) June 7th, 2022 – Beloved fantasy film The Last Unicorn is kicking off its 40th Anniversary celebration year with an exclusive event at the David Geffen Theater at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on July 30th, 2022. Sweet Streets partnered with the film’s screenplay writer and renowned fantasy novelist, Peter S. Beagle to reunite fans with Beagle’s magical story through a series of events that include state-of-the-art exhibitions. The exhibitions will feature artwork from select international contemporary artists and original production art from the film itself.
On July 30th at 3pm, for the first time, the David Geffen Theater at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will be screening the film in all its glory. This launch event for the 40th Anniversary celebration will also provide attendees a chance to see acclaimed author Peter S. Beagle take the stage and discuss his experience with film producer Michael Chase Walker. Sweet Streets will debut an exclusive capsule collection at the Academy Museum Store, featuring t-shirts, jewelry, and collaborations from well-known Los Angeles pop-culture designer ONCH. These special products will only be available at the Academy Museum Store and online for this event.
”This event is the beginning of a magical year. I look forward to talking with the audience and my fellow creators about the joys and struggles of bringing the glory of the Unicorn’s world to life. Together we can bring a little of the Unicorn’s magic back” – Peter S. Beagle
The David Geffen Theater at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is located at 6067 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 and the one-day event runs from 3PM- 5PM. Museum hours on Saturday are 10am-8pm. Tickets are available here: https://www.academymuseum.org/en/programs/the-last-unicorn-017fb416-965b-715c-588d-276660fb3f41
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