The Amusement Park
Directed by George A. Romero
Recently discovered and restored 46 years after its completion, George A. Romero's The Amusement Park stars MARTIN's Lincoln Maazel as an elderly man who finds himself disoriented and increasingly isolated as the pains, tragedies, and humiliations of aging in America are manifested through roller coasters and chaotic crowds. Commissioned by the Lutheran Society, the film is perhaps Romero’s wildest and most imaginative movie– an allegory about the nightmarish realities of growing older, and an alluring snapshot of the filmmaker’s early artistic capacity and style. The “lost” film was restored in 4k by IndieCollect in New York City.
Rediscovered and restored, this "lost" gem from George A. Romero takes an elderly gentleman to the amusement park for a hellish nightmare.
Cast: Lincoln Maazel
Member Reviews
Beautiful movie that gives a dreamlike experience
The scariest film: reality.
How moving. The people commenting "dumb" or "boring" are the exact trashy people in this film, in the crowds pushing down the weak to get to what they want. They may as well be the silly "bikers". Sure this is dated, but it hits hard if you are open enough to hear or understand the message. WE ALL GET OLD, EVERY SINGLE ONE OF US! I truly can't understand the pure ignorance of people giving this a negative review. Every day that passes is closer to this terrifying "ending", for us all. I guess lets just all hope the blank, white room, isn't to cold. . . . . . . . . and has Shudder ;)
I'm sure the majority of young people will skip or dislike this movie, I probably would have 40 years ago. Soon be turning 65 in 2025 and the past 7 years has me thinking about aging, falling apart slowly and even death. This movie is more psychologically connected and a sheer warning about aging. You'll understand better when you start experiencing the real horrors of aging and especially aging alone.
An odd "public service" announcement. Worth a watch.