The Rio Theatre‘s series of Halloween classics continues with a 10th Anniversary screening of Jennifer Kent’s critically acclaimed (not to mention terrifying) take on every parent’s worst nightmare, THE BABADOOK.

Released in 2014, the Australian indie horror film struck an immediate nerve among genre lovers, and in the decade since has emerged into its well-deserved status as both a feminist cult-classic and one that speak to subversive notions surrounding homophobia and “otherness,” with the film’s oddball, top-hatted villain being embraced as an (unlikely) LGBT icon.

“A deftly inventive and psychologically charged horror story that trades on the ways in which the prospect of maternal failure can be just as fearsome a boogeyman as any monster under the bed.” (Buzzfeed News)

“As much a boogeyman story as it is a cautionary tale on the horrors of parenting… Parenting is stressful, and boogeymen are frightening, so utilizing both is an ingenious method for creating anxiety-ridden horror. “ (Philosophy in Film)

Friday, October 25
Doors 6:00 pm | Movie 6:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.
Advance tickets HERE

THE BABADOOK (Jennifer Kent, 2014 / 14A / 92 mins) A single mother and her child fall into a deep well of paranoia when an eerie children’s book titled “Mister Babadook” manifests in their home.

*Minors OK. Must be 19+ w/ID for bar service.
*Rio Theatre Groupons and passes OK for any single film only. Please redeem at the door.
*We recommend purchasing your tickets in advance at www.riotheatretickets.ca. If a screening or live event is not sold out, the remaining tickets will be available for in-person purchase at the Rio Theatre’s Box Office prior to showtime (subject to availability).
*Our box office is typically open 30 minutes before showtime. All seating is General Admission; please arrive 20-30 minutes prior to showtime to ensure great seats, and time for treats at concession.
*If you are looking to redeem either a Rio Theatre gift certificate or Groupon to any regular Rio Theatre screening: You can either email us in advance <[email protected]> and give us a “heads up,” or do it at the box office prior to showtime.

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