Defamed to Acclaimed

Friday, August 2 - Thursday, August 15, 2024

David Lynch once called failure “beautiful, in a way.” In honor of CALIGULA: THE ULTIMATE CUT coming to IFC Center August 16, join us as we honor 21 beautiful failures that lost money, but went on to win hearts, gain followings, and even change Hollywood.

Featuring Lynch’s 1984 take on DUNE, Robert Altman’s misunderstood musical POPEYE, Orson Welles’ groundbreaking game-changer CITIZEN KANE, and 35mm screenings of HUDSON HAWK, THE CABLE GUY, THE HUDSUCKER PROXY, JOE VERSUS THE VOLCANO and BOXING HELENA, this series celebrates supposed missteps that eventually found their footing… because who doesn’t love a second chance?

See more and save! Get a Defamed to Acclaimed Pack (3-ticket pack: $30 for IFC Center members and $45 for non-members). Ticket packs are good for any shows in the series lasting from August 2-15, 2024.

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