Movie Night – How Blockbusters Changed Hollywood *Postponed*

**This event has been postponed until Spring, please check our website or sign up for our newsletter by emailing human@unc.edu for a rescheduled date.**

In 1975, a relatively unknown filmmaker, Steven Spielberg, shifted the film industry with a sleeper hit about a quiet summer vacation town and a deadly great white shark. With the financial success of Jaws, and Star Wars just two years later, Hollywood began to focus on intentionally producing big budget “event” movies in the hopes of creating even larger box office profits.

In collaboration with the UNC General Alumni Association and the Chelsea Theatre, join Dr. Rachel Schaevitz, associate director for state outreach and strategic partnerships, as she discusses the history and influence of the blockbuster film. This presentation will feature clips from some of the highest grossing films of all time including Jaws, Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Black Panther and more. We’ll discuss opening weekends, special effects, merchandising and licensing and what influence they have all had on the global film market.

Price: $15; GAA and Chelsea members: $10.

*Please note that refunds cannot be given for this event*