The Towering Inferno (1974)

suspense | 165 min. | Rated PG-13

Starring Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, Faye Dunaway, William Holden, Fred Astaire, Jennifer Jones, Robert Wagner, Richard Chamberlain, Susan Blakely, Robert Vaughn, OJ Simpson.

The king of the 70s trend of disaster movies with an all-star cast. The tallest building in the world catches fire due to cost-cutting measures during its construction. McQueen’s the fire chief, Newman, the architect, and Holden, the builder.

Classic Movie Night is back at the Community Center’s Great Room on Thursdays, The Great Room on the 2nd floor of the FICC, is accessible with the elevator in full working order.

As before, fully vaccinated people do not have to wear masks, though it is optional (masks will be on hand).

Admission is by donation. Microwave popcorn, soda, and water will be available, also by donation.

Each film will be introduced by David Hoch, a retired English professor who has taught several different film courses.