This institution is anchored by the historic May Company building on Wilshire Boulevard, which was revitalized to house the museum. Opened in 2021, it serves as a dedicated home for the legacy of the Academy and the preservation of cinematic history.story_potoo
Art After Dark Aug 14 Michael Mann's MANHUNTER: The Final Cut, New 4K Restoration
Join us for a powerful screening of Sergei Eisenstein’s groundbreaking silent film Battleship Potemkin, now re-imagined through a live score composed by George Sarah. Known for bridging electronic, classical and chamber music traditions, Sarah brings his unique sonic voice to this cinematic masterpiece—integrating string quartet textures, a four-voice vocal ensemble, and subtle electronic elements to transform the screening into a multisensory experience.