Thief of Bagdad (1924) Directed by Raoul Walsh Saturday - March 9 - 3:00 p.m. The Thief of Bagdad, adapted from One Thousand and One Nights, is one of the most lavish fantasy movies ever made. It tells the story of a thief named Ahmed (Douglas Fairbanks) who falls in love with the daughter of the Caliph of Bagdad and vows to win her heart. William Cameron Menzies’s spectacular production design and special effects provide massive Arabian sets, flying carpet rides, magic ropes, a winged steed and fire-breathing dragons. The film is a marvel, even by today’s standards. This new DCP restoration features a magnificent score from Carl Davis (Napoleon) conducting the Philharmonia Orchestra. (2K DCP. 149 min. Not Rated.) Ben Hur (1959) Directed by William Wyler Tuesday - March 26 - 7:00 p.m. Winner of an unprecedented 11 Academy Awards® in 1959, Ben Hur is a landmark in epic filmmaking. The film has undergone a $1 million restoration – frame by frame using an 8K scan of the original 65mm negative, making it Warner Bros. highest resolution restoration to date. Charlton Heston brings a physical and moral presence to his Oscar® winning role of Prince Judah Ben-Hur. His heroic odyssey includes enslavement by the Romans, vengeance against his tormentors, and fateful encounters with Jesus Christ. The restoration is a ‘must’ to see on the big screen. (2K DCP. 212 min. Rated PG.) 6 6 Essential Digital Restorations Tickets: (812) 855-1103