This is the original, 1974 classic film based on the mystery novel by Agatha Christie. It’s a classical whodunit, with all the clues planted and perfectly visible, but for most viewers the “aha!” moment coming at the very end. The star-studded cast includes Albert Finney, Ingrid Bergman, Lauren Bacall, Sean Connery, Vanessa Redgrave, John Gielgud, Anthony Perkins, Richard Widmark, Michael York, Wendy Hiller, Rachel Roberts, Martin Balsam, Jean-Pierre Cassel, Sidney Lumet and Jacqueline Bisset. Click here to see the Preview.
“Murder on the Orient Express is a splendidly entertaining movie of the sort not made anymore” – Roger Ebert
Doors to the Party Room open at 6:45 pm, and the film will start at 7:00 pm. This being more for adults, there will be wine and beer in addition to the usual soft drinks, water and munchies. Apple pie and ice cream about half-way through, and the film should wrap about 7:30 pm. Free, of course, for Park Tower residents and their families.