As part of Chicago Climate Week, join Chicago Climate Connect and the historic Music Box Theatre for a special screening of Day of the Animals, a cult eco-horror classic that imagines a world where environmental disruption - in this case, ozone depletion and increased solar radiation - triggers unexpected and terrifying consequences. Equal parts cautionary tale, creature feature, and time capsule of 1970s environmental anxieties, the film explores what happens when nature starts biting back.
Following the screening, stay for a short panel discussion exploring the intersections of climate, ecology, science, and horror storytelling. The conversation will feature a genetic biologist and horror podcast host, and will be moderated by Mackenzie Siren, horror enthusiast and co-founder of Chicago Climate Connect.
Whether you're a horror fan, climate advocate, film lover, or simply curious, come experience a unique evening of cinema, conversation, and community.
Music Box Theatre screens films of all genres and from every era of cinema, both new releases and repertory. These films may sometimes contain upsetting, outdated, or offensive material. While we aim to introduce many of our screenings, we do not always provide warnings about potentially triggering content within the films we screen. We encourage our patrons to research the film before they attend using trailers, reviews, or content information found on Common Sense Media, IMDb and DoesTheDogDie.com.
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