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Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) + Eraserhead

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Get ready for a gloriously weird double feature at the Paramount Theatre: Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) followed by Eraserhead. It’s the kind of back-to-back movie night that starts with paranoia, blooms into full-on surreal dread, and somehow leaves you thrilled to have been along for the ride.

The evening kicks off with doors at 6:00pm, then Invasion of the Body Snatchers begins at 7:00pm. This 1978 remake turns alien invasion into a sleek, nerve-rattling nightmare, with Donald Sutherland, Brooke Adams, Leonard Nimoy, and Jeff Goldblum steering the panic. Directed by Philip Kaufman, it’s a sharp and stylish spin on identity, trust, and what happens when the people around you just aren’t quite themselves.

Then things get even stranger with Eraserhead at 9:10pm. David Lynch’s legendary debut follows Jack Nance as Henry, a man drifting through a bleak industrial dreamscape that feels equal parts unsettling, hypnotic, and darkly funny. With its eerie sound design, dream logic, and unforgettable black-and-white imagery, this is one of those films that lingers long after the lights come up.

Why this pairing works so well:

  • Two cult classics in one night, each with its own flavor of unease
  • A thrilling mix of sci-fi paranoia and art-house nightmare fuel
  • Perfect for movie fans who love bold, offbeat, and conversation-starting cinema
  • A chance to experience both films on the big screen the way they were meant to be seen

If you’re into eerie atmospheres, iconic performances, and a double feature that gets progressively weirder in the best possible way, this is the movie night for you.

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