Shot in Florida, with scenes filmed in our very own Winter Haven…..After Midnight is a local theatre's dream come true ( not to mention your friendly horror loving film programmers dream.) Writer/co- director/star Jeremy Gardner lives and works in Winter Haven and will join us for a Q&A with his directing partner & Christian Stella afterwards. Perhaps, our film program hasn’t been up and running for so but I maintain that you should trust us on this one. We know a special horror film when we see one. Not only will you enjoy the movie, you will be ensuring its future in our community as this is a fundraiser for The Historic Ritz Theatre.

“Part creature feature, part romance, After Midnight somehow manages to combine its disparate ingredients and come up with something special.” - Critics Consensus, Rotten Tomatoes….90% Fresh

After Midnight is the year’s most underappreciated horror movie—and its most surprising

Jason Shawhan, A.V Club

Dealing with a girlfriend suddenly leaving is tough enough. But for Hank (writer/co- director/star Jeremy Gardner of The Battery), heartbreak couldn’t have come at a worse time. There’s also a monster trying to break through his front door every night. Co-starring Brea Grant ("Dexter", "Heroes") and co-directed by Christian Stella, this charming, introspective crowd-pleaser about love, loss, and monsters is produced by Rustic Films - the celebrated creative team behind Spring, The Endless, and SYNCHRONIC - and Kavya Films.

Join us for a  celebration of the films you love and discover new favorites at The Historic Ritz Theatre on Thursday evenings this fall. Each film is paired with a specialty cocktail in addition to freshly popped popcorn, candy and craft soda. Doors open at 6pm & the show starts at 7. Tickets are available both at the door as well as online. For more info visit ritzwinterhaven.com - See you at the movies! 

We are an Historic Nonprofit Theatre dedicated to providing entertainment to  engage , inspire & encourage community building  located in the heart of downtown Winter Haven. We have seen almost 100 years & with your patronage, the future is bright.