Old movies, memorabilia & movie trivia
Old movies---the kind that don't get shown on tv, and cannot be found in rentals---are the reason vintage film buffs from all over the world come to Syracuse in March. This year's Cinefest is no exception.
Among the rarities to be shown: 1931's 'Music in the Air' in which Gloria Swanson actually sings.
1938's 'Kentucky with a young (44) Walter Brennan and Loretta Young. 1941's "Hellzapoppin," considered the forerunner to Mel Brook's comedy style. And newly refurbished films---over forty in all, including silents accompanied by live piano music.
Gerry Orlando, who's coordinating the Thursday - Sunday event, says it is based at the Holiday Inn, Electronics Parkway but will also include screenings on the 'big screen' at Eastwood's Palace Theatre. There is also a vintage memorabilia auction hosted by movie critic Leonard Maltin, and dealers with movie posters and more.
The Cinefest website has full schedules, details and more movie trivia.
