The American Cinematheque celebrates the 85th anniversary of
the Egyptian Theatre, 85 years to the day from its original opening, on
Thursday, October 18, with a special screening of William Wellman’s classic Wings, the first movie ever to win the Academy Award for Best Picture.

The 1927 World War I epic, starring
Richard Arlen, Charles “Buddy” Rogers, “It Girl” Clara Bow and Jobyna
Ralston, features breathtaking aerial stunts blended with real battle footage. A special book signing with William Wellman, Jr., author of The Man & His
Wings: William A. Wellman and the Making of the First Best Picture, will precede the film, and Robert Israel will provide live musical accompaniment. Tickets are available through
Fandango.com, but for more details, phone (323) 466-FILM, or visit the Cinematheque’s eponymous
Web site by clicking here.