The book by cultural historian Frank Uhle explores Tree Town’s growing film scene throughout the years in 340 pages.

The historic downtown Ann Arbor theaters are celebrating National Cinema Day on Saturday, Sept.3, with cheap tickets to all of its movies.

It’s hard to imagine downtown Royal Oak without the Main Art Theatre, but that could soon be the reality if the building’s owner gets what it wants. The plan Tuesday (April 12) night is to tear down the iconic theater and replace it with a five-story mixed-use development, which went before the city’s planning commission.

An annual NBC tradition is airing “It’s a Wonderful Life” on Christmas Eve -- but there’s something you might not know.

“The history of the Michigan Theater is the history of Buffalo; they tell the story of how a community’s perseverance, vision, and loyalty, even in the face of decline, can bring hope and change. At 7 p.m. on Monday, March 1, the independent Ann Arbor theater will host Wall and producer Eric Wojtanik for a Q&A session. Tickets cost $12, $10 for Michigan Theater members and are free for gold members. Fifty percent of film proceeds made through the MTF AgileLink will go to the Ann Arbor independent theater, according to the Michigan Theater website. In 2019, the documentary won an Audience Award at the Buffalo Film Festival and was an official selection of the 2019 Film Festival of Columbus and 2020 Maryland International Film Festival.

DETROIT – As you probably know, an annual NBC tradition is airing “It’s a Wonderful Life” on Christmas Eve -- and this year, more than any other year, we need that movie. There is a way cool science angle to the movie that nobody knows about: Near the beginning, remember the scene where the angels in heaven choose an angel named Clarence to head to Earth to save George Bailey? Well, there’s an ultra-cool science angle to that scene. Check out my explanation in the short video above -- it’ll make your Christmas even more special! RELATED: Best Christmas movie?

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Big screen buffs can now rent Ann Arbor’s State Theatre for family (or pod) movie night. The art deco theater reopened to audiences for private screenings on Monday, based on guidance by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The base rental fee the theater for $125 per hour and includes managerial help, custodial services, a film screening and some licensing fees. During the rental period audiences must wear masks, even when seated, and no food or drinks are allowed. The State Theatre is at 233 S. State St.Related: Michigan movie theaters, casinos, bowling alleys to reopen Monday

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Filmmakers showing their films at this year’s 59th Ann Arbor Film Festival can now expect to be paid for their art. On Tuesday, the film festival organization announced it will begin paying artists to show their films at competitions, starting with its upcoming festival in March. “Artists pour money, time, energy, heart, and soul into their work, and are usually the last to see compensation. Here’s hoping my contribution spurs others to join this movement, recognizing and rewarding the work of artists who enhance our lives in immeasurable ways.”The 59th Ann Arbor Film Festival will run from March 23-28, 2021. The festival was founded in 1963 and has since become the oldest independent and avant-garde film festival in North America.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Take the whole family to the movies without it costing an arm and a leg. Having reopened on Oct. 9, the Quality 16 theater on Ann Arbor’s far west side will now operate as GQT Movies. To attracted community member movie buffs, GQT Movies' new management has lowered movie ticket and concession prices. popcorn per ticket)Film fans can anticipate specials, including $3 “family throwback classics”, $3.99 tickets for Mondays and Tuesdays shows and Tuesday 2sDays packages of two movie tickets, two small soft drinks and a small tub of popcorn for $20. GQT Movies is at 3686 Jackson Rd.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – After being closed for almost seven months, downtown Ann Arbor’s State Theatre and Michigan Theater will finally reopen. The State Theatre will open with a screening of Aaron Sorkin’s "Trial of the Chicago 7″ on Oct. 9. The Michigan Theater will open on Oct. 11 with screenings of "The Personal History of David Copperfield " and “The Forty-Year-Old Version.”The reopening comes after Gov. Michigan Theater Foundation members and movie lovers will be able to see films on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Learn more about the Michigan Theater and State Theatre here.

Mich. – Support the Michigan Theater and State Theatre just by wearing a T-shirt. Created by MGoBlog and Underground Printing, the T-shirt celebrates Ann Arbor’s two iconic independent theaters, which temporarily closed their doors to audiences in March. On a navy blue background, marquees for the historic Michigan Theater and the Art Deco State Theatre sit in front of Burton Tower under a full moon. Money raised by T-shirt sales will go to the theaters, according to MGoBlog. Since closing their doors, the theaters have entertained movie buffs and film fans by offering online screenings of a rotating selection of films.

The Michigan Theater Foundation receives a portion of some ticket sales through its partnerships with film distribution companies. A Q&A session with Ressa and the film director Ramona S. Diaz is scheduled. $3Recorded live at the Michigan Theater with Head Organist Andrew Rogers on Michigan Theaters historic Barton Organ, the pre-recorded 4th of July tribute has classic and Michigan Theater favorites. Not rated -- $12A romantic drama, the film follows Parisian Aviva as she falls in love with Eden from New York. Not rated -- $3A Michigan Theater original, the documentary was shot in an Ann Arbor nature preserve on April 15 by Michigan Theater Technical Director Jared Van Eck.

ANN ARBOR Mondays are for movie marathons but since movie buffs cant visit the Michigan Theater yet, the independent theater is offering a plethora of films online. Through partnerships with numerous film distribution companies, a portion of ticket proceeds from the virtual movie sales are donated to the Michigan Theater Foundation. Not-rated -- $9.99 (rent), $19.99 (buy)Presented by the Cinetopia Film Festival and Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival, the 87-minute film looks at Cantor Jack Mendelson as his White Plains synagogue replaces him. $3Recorded live at the Michigan Theater with Head Organist Andrew Rogers on Michigan Theaters historic Barton Organ, the pre-recorded 4th of July tribute has classic and Michigan Theater favorites. Not rated -- $3A Michigan Theater original, the documentary was shot in an Ann Arbor nature preserve on April 15 by Michigan Theater Technical Director Jared Van Eck.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Its Monday, which means new movies are headed to The Michigan Theater virtual movie palace. Through partnerships with numerous film distribution companies, a portion of ticket proceeds from the virtual movie sales are donated to the Michigan Theater Foundation. Add to the at-home cinema experience by ordering Michigan Theater concession items for curbside pickup on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. $3Recorded live at the Michigan Theater with Head Organist Andrew Rogers on Michigan Theaters historic Barton Organ, the pre-recorded 4th of July tribute has classic and Michigan Theater favorites. Not rated -- $3A Michigan Theater original, the documentary was shot in an Ann Arbor nature preserve on April 15 by Michigan Theater Technical Director Jared Van Eck.

The Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor offers new movies every week as well as a collection of documentaries, experimental films, comedies and animated films. Partnering with several film distribution companies, the independent theater offers a variety of films while donating a portion of ticket proceeds to the Michigan Theater Foundation. Not rated -- $12A romantic drama, the film follows Parisian Aviva as she falls in love with Eden from New York. Not rated -- $9.99The documentary follows the life of two-time James Beard Award winner Diana Kennedy with extensive interviews. Not rated -- $3A Michigan Theater original, the documentary was shot in an Ann Arbor nature preserve on April 15 by Michigan Theater Technical Director Jared Van Eck.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Every week, Ann Arbors Michigan Theater is offering new movies as well as a collection of documentaries, experimental films, comedies and animated films, among others. Not rated -- $12A romantic drama, the film follows Parisian Aviva as she falls in love with Eden from New York. Not rated -- $9.99The documentary follows the life of two-time James Beard Award winner Diana Kennedy with extensive interviews. Not rated -- $3A Michigan Theater original, the documentary was shot in an Ann Arbor nature preserve on April 15 by Michigan Theater Technical Director Jared Van Eck. Not rated -- $4.99 -- Ends TuesdayThe film is free for Michigan Theather gold members and Ann Arbor Film Festival members.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Not yet open to the public, Ann Arbors Michigan Theater is still offering movies for rent through its virtual movie palace. Not rated -- $12A romantic drama, the film follows Parisian Aviva as she falls in love with Eden from New York. Not rated -- $9.99The documentary follows the life of two-time James Beard Award winner Diana Kennedy with extensive interviews. Not rated -- $10 (with Michigan Theater discount code)As single mother Kathy cleans out her late sisters house, she realizes how little she knew about her sister. Not rated -- $3 (free for Michigan Theater members)A Michigan Theater original, the documentary was shot in an Ann Arbor nature preserve on April 15 by Michigan Theater Technical Director Jared Van Eck.

ANN ARBOR Its seats may be empty right now but the Michigan Theater in downtown Ann Arbor is still offering movies for film fans through a virtual movie palace. Having partnered with several film distribution companies, the independent theater is able to offer a variety of films each week while donating a portion of ticket proceeds to the Michigan Theater Foundation. Not rated -- $12A romantic drama, the film follows Parisian Aviva as she falls in love with Eden from New York. Not rated -- $3 (free for Michigan Theater members)A Michigan Theater original, the documentary was shot in an Ann Arbor nature preserve on April 15 by Michigan Theater Technical Director Jared Van Eck. Not rated -- $12The feature-length documentary examines the city of New Orleans through its musical history, culture and community.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Although its had to close its doors to the public, Ann Arbors Michigan Theater has been renting films to movie buffs through its virtual movie palace. Several film distribution companies have partnered with the independent theater so that some of the proceeds from virtual tickets sales benefit the Michigan Theater Foundation. Not rated -- $9.99The documentary follows the life of two-time James Beard Award winner Diana Kennedy with extensive interviews. Not rated -- $10 (with Michigan Theater discount code)As single mother Kathy cleans out her late sisters house, she realizes how little she knew about her sister. Not rated -- $3 (free for Michigan Theater members)A Michigan Theater original, the documentary was shot in an Ann Arbor nature preserve on April 15 by Michigan Theater Technical Director Jared Van Eck.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Not sure what to watch next? Ann Arbors Michigan Theater has been renting out films to stream through its virtual movie palace. Several film distribution companies have partnered with The Michigan Theater so that some of the proceeds from virtual tickets sales benefit the Michigan Theater Foundation. Not rated -- $3 (free for Michigan Theater members)A Michigan Theater original, the documentary was shot in an Ann Arbor nature preserve on April 15 by Michigan Theater Technical Director Jared Van Eck. Related: Ann Arbor Film Festival to kick off Pride Month with virtual happy hour June 4

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Every week, Ann Arbors Michigan Theater offers a rotating schedule of documentaries, dramas, comedies and more. Several film distribution companies have partnered with The Michigan Theater so that some of the proceeds from virtual tickets sales benefit the Michigan Theater Foundation. Not rated -- $9.99The documentary follows the life of two-time James Beard Award winner Diana Kennedy with extensive interviews. Not rated -- $10 (with Michigan Theater discount code)As single mother Kathy cleans out her late sisters house, she realizes how little she knew about her sister. The film is free for AAFF members and Michigan Theater gold members.

The Michigan Theater has partnered with several film distribution companies to receive some of the proceeds from virtual tickets sales to benefit the Michigan Theater Foundation. Not rated -- $9.99The documentary follows the life of two-time James Beard Award winner Diana Kennedy with extensive interviews. Memorial Day Organ ConcertA Michigan Theater original, the Memorial Day concert will last all weekend on the Michigan Theater YouTube page. Not rated -- $10 (with Michigan Theater discount code)As single mother Kathy cleans out her late sisters house, she realizes how little she knew of her sister. The film is free for AAFF members and Michigan Theater gold members.