Netflix invites fans to step into a bygone era. The streaming giant will show Noah Baumbach’s new drama Jay Kelly on 35mm film. The move lets audiences watch the story on the same material that once lit up the silver screen. By choosing 35mm, Netflix honors the craft of filmmaking and gives viewers a tangible connection to cinema history.
A Tour of Historic Movie Palaces
Netflix has selected a line‑up of legendary theatres across the globe. Audiences can enjoy the film at the Egyptian Theatre in Los Angeles, the Paris Theatre in New York, the Vista in Los Angeles, Nitehawk Cinema in Brooklyn, Music Box in Chicago, River Oaks Theater in Houston, Smith Rafael Film Center in San Rafael, State Theater in Traverse City, Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, Mayan Theater in Denver, Hollywood Theater in Portland, Coolidge Corner in Boston, Grand Lake Theater in Oakland, Tower Theater in Sacramento, Plaza Theater in Atlanta, Cineteca Nacional in Mexico City, Victoria Eugenia Theatre in San Sebastian, Picturehouse Central in London, Stella Cinema Rathmines in Dublin, Delphi Filmpalast in Berlin, Cinerama Empire in Geneva, Ritz Cinemas in Sydney and Shin Bugeiza in Tokyo. Each venue shines with restored grandeur, turning the screening into a celebration of historic movie palaces.
Why 35mm Matters
Shot and printed on 35mm Kodak stock, Jay Kelly captures the texture and depth of film. The format adds a warm grain that digital screens cannot mimic. Baumbach says the theatrical run feels like a love letter to the medium. He believes that watching a film in a classic house creates a singular experience that fans should treasure and support.
Star Power and Awards Buzz
The film stars George Clooney, Adam Sandler, Billy Crudup and Laura Dern. After debuting at the Venice Film Festival, the movie has built strong Oscar momentum. Netflix places the title alongside other prestige releases such as Kathryn Bigelow’s A House of Dynamite and Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein. The Netflix theatrical release gives the project a boost before it lands on the streaming platform.
What Audiences Receive
Fans who attend the screenings will receive limited edition film programs. The programs add a vintage touch and serve as keepsakes of the night. The event also encourages movie lovers to return to the theater and enjoy the communal magic of film.
Jay Kelly opens in theatres on November 14 and will stream exclusively on Netflix starting December 5. The worldwide 35mm screening invites viewers to celebrate cinema history and experience a story about memory, fame and the lasting magic of movies.
Source: Geek Tyrant
