Queens Drive-In: Videodrome + The Thing (Double Feature)

Date: Saturday, September 12th

Venue: Queens Drive-In at The New York Hall of Science

Address: 47-01 111th St, Corona, NY 11368

6:30 PM: Doors Open & Pre-Show Begins

7:30 PM: Films Begin

Videodrome

David Cronenberg | Canada | 87

With James Woods, Deborah Harry, Sonja Smits. A cable-television programmer of softcore porn tunes into a startling new broadcast that offers a nightmarish realization of Marshall McLuhan’s theories on the changing and dangerous media landscape. Cronenberg’s continually relevant philosophical horror film is a perfect distillation of the director’s ongoing project, literalizing his ideas of the merging of body and technology. "Long live the new flesh."

The Thing

John Carpenter | US | 109

With Kurt Russell, T.K. Carter, Wilford Brimley, David Clennon, Keith David, Richard Dysart. In Carpenter’s horrifying classic, a scientists’ outpost in Antarctica is infiltrated by an alien lifeform that can enter any body undetected and violently metamorphose into a simulacrum of its victim. With this monster on the loose, the isolated men become suspicious of one another and, even worse, begin to doubt themselves. A graphic adaptation of John W. Campbell's novella Who Goes There?, The Thing features a gallery of jaw-dropping creatures by effects whiz Rob Bottin, a score by master composer Ennio Morricone, and gorgeous ’scope compositions that make it a must for the big screen.

Presented as part of the MoMI and Sloan Science & Film series Science on Screen.

PLEASE NOTE: Both films in this program are rated R and may not be considered appropriate for younger audiences. Viewer discretion is advised.

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NO REFUNDS. IN THE EVENT OF EXTREME WEATHER, SHOW WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT THE SAME LOCATION. NO ALCOHOL IS PERMITTED.

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FAQs

What is the Queens Drive-In?

Presented as a partnership between the three New York cultural organizations Rooftop Films, Museum of the Moving Image, and New York Hall of Science, Queens Drive-In presents new and classic films as a way to bring culture and jobs back to one of the neighborhoods hardest hit by COVID-19.

What kind of ticket should I get?

If your car is over 60 inches in height then you should select an SUV ticket, if it's over 70 inches then you should select an Oversize ticket.

PLEASE NOTE: One ticket admits one car (with up to five guests allowed per vehicle).

How will it work?

Bring your ticket (either printed or on your phone) and our team will check your tickets with a contactless check in scanner, respecting social distancing guidelines. We will direct you to your parking spot, and wait for the sun to set. Our audio is quality FM stereo sound that is tuned directly through your car’s FM stereo.

Are there any vehicle restrictions?

To keep the Drive-In safe and fun for everyone, the following vehicle restrictions apply. Not permitted are:

• Bicycles
• Motorcycles or scooters
• Convertibles without roof
• Cars with trailer attachments
• Passenger Vans (7+ seats)
• Buses
• RVs
• Long wheelbase vans

Can I buy food and drinks at the Drive-In?

The Queens Drive-In offers concessions on-site, before and during the screening, via two favorite vendors from the famed Queens Night Market. For orders placed online, you will receive a text when your food is ready for pickup at the vendor stands.

Choose from the following options:

• CBao (Asian-style buns): When your vehicle is safely parked in the lot, order at www.mycbao.com
• Dilena’s Dolcini (Snacks, cookies, popcorn, drinks): To order, either wave to the cart and they will come over to your vehicle, or go to bit.ly/QDIsnacks

Can I bring food and drinks?

No alcoholic beverages are allowed, Having an open alcoholic beverage in a vehicle is prohibited in New York State at all times even when a car is parked, and this law applies at the drive-in as well. Feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic beverages and food.

How will parking spots be allocated?

Parking is first come, first served with the exception of larger / taller vehicles that may obstruct the view of cars behind them.

What happens if I am late?

If you arrive later than 15 minutes before for the screening start time, you may miss the mandatory Drive-In safety briefing and may not be allowed to enter.

Can I bring an animal to the drive-in?

With the exception of ADA required service animals, unfortunately we cannot admit any other animals.

What COVID-19 Measures Have Been Taken?

Our guests and our team’s safety is our primary concern at the Drive-In. You will find an overview of the COVID-19 measures we will implement in our COVID Safety statement. These include social distancing for both guests and staff, regular cleaning of all facilities, and contact-free check-in. All attendees and staff are required to wear a mask whenever they are not in their vehicle, but masks are not required while attendees are in their vehicles. You will also be reminded of the mandatory safety measures via email and on-screen. With the exception of trips to the bathroom, we ask you to stay inside your car and keep the windows on the passenger side of the vehicle closed. If you drive a convertible, please close the roof before you enter the Drive-In site and keep it closed until after you have left.

Please review the drive-in policies, liability statement, and answers to other frequently asked questions here.