We went to the July Pizza and a Movie Night where the theme was Mind Over Matter. We voted on a menu of movies with protagonists who embarked on epic journeys into fantasy to overcome their harsh realities.

Never been to Pizza and a Movie? Well, this is how it works. Each month there’s one theme and three films. We eat pizza then we vote on the movie…mob rule style! This month we watched Pan’s Labyrinth (directed by Guillermo del Toro).

We asked four teens to give you their reviews on the film. Check out what Isabella & Sam (The Sisters that PaaM Together), Deomattie (Last Time PaaMer), and Thatcher (The Newbie) have to say about Pan’s Labyrinth.

How would you sum up the movie in one sentence?

Isabella: A movie jam packed with symbolism, leaving scenes up to interpretation.

Sam: Princess of the underworld wants to go home.

Deomattie: The constant transition between reality and fantasy for a young girl as a form of escapism leads to her destiny.

Thatcher: A girl who is split between the fairytale world and reality is given tasks so that she can be with her true family.

Who would you recommend this movie to?

Isabella: Anyone that likes to watch movies that allows each viewer to interpret things differently.

Sam: To anyone who thinks they won’t like a movie about a princess. It’s a good surprise.

Deomattie: Anyone who’s intrigued by fantasy or who finds comfort in escapism and magical realism.

Thatcher: I would recommend this movie to teenagers and older.

What was your favorite mythical creature in the movie?  

A majority said the Pale Man.

Occupation: Monster

Skills: Eyes in hands, appetite

Enjoys: Eating small children

On a scale of 1 to 10 (1= “Hated it”, 10= “My New Favorite”), how would you rate this movie?

Isabella: 5

Sam: 6.5

Deomattie: 7.5

Thatcher: 6

Final Rating: 6 slices

Join us for the next FREE Pizza and a Movie!

August 7^th, 2015

   How to RSVP for Pizza and a Movie Night:

Seating is limited, so you must lay claim to your seat & slice by selecting “Free Ticket- RSVP HERE” on the Pizza and a Movie event page . Each Pizza and a Movie Night has its own event listed on the High 5 page. Fill in your information and you will receive a reminder email the day before the event. Please let us know exactly how many people you’ll be bringing. If you have any questions, feel free to email Join our Facebook group for updates and more.

 PLEASE NOTE: This is a TEENS ONLY event, open to anyone currently in HIGH SCHOOL.

Also, don’t be late! If you arrive later than 5:15 PM, you will miss the group and won’t be able to get into the theater.

Location:

Sony Wonder Technology Lab

Sony Plaza, 56th Street near Madison Ave.

(Look for the SONY PLAZA PUBLIC ARCADE sign on 56th Street)

4, 5, 6, N or R to 59th St; E to 5th Ave; F to 57th St.