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The film that inspired the Broadway sensation, Death Becomes Her, is a dark comedy about two lifelong rivals, Madeline Ashton (Meryl Streep) and Helen Sharp (Goldie Hawn), whose obsession with beauty and youth leads them to drink a magical potion that grants immortality. As their competition for attention and affection spirals out of control, they discover that living forever comes with bizarre and often hilarious consequences.Death Becomes Her is known for its clever humor, memorable performances, and groundbreaking visual effects, which earned the film an Academy Award. Over the years, it has become a cult classic, praised for its satire of society’s fixation on youth and appearance.
STARS: Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn, Bruce Willis, Isabella Rossenllini
RUNTIME: 105 minutes
GENRE: Comedy, Horror
RATING: PG-13
This show is part of the Weinberg Center’s Centennial Film Event, celebrating 100 years of screenings in our historic building. The Weinberg Center, located in the heart of Downtown Frederick, MD, offers a historic backdrop and timeless atmosphere for a unique film experience.
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20 W Patrick St, Frederick, MD, United States, Maryland 21701
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