Cinespia Marks 25 Years with a Summer of Classic Film Screenings at Hollywood Forever Cemetery

Cinespia, the Los Angeles-based outdoor cinema organization, will present six feature films at Hollywood Forever Cemetery throughout August 2026. Presented by Amazon MGM Studios and Prime Video, the lineup includes “Practical Magic,” “The Mummy,” a Mia Goth double-feature (“X” + “Pearl”), “Coming to America,” and a 40th-anniversary showing of “Labyrinth.” Evenings will feature Cinespia’s DJs, a free photo booth, a wine bar, and concessions.

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Founded by John Wyatt, Cinespia is known for communal, open-air screenings that blend cinema with a festival atmosphere. The 25th anniversary marks its longevity and its effort to revive culturally resonant films. Partnerships with Amazon MGM Studios, Prime Video, and See’s Candies provide commercial support for the season.

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Key participants include founder John Wyatt, presenters Amazon MGM Studios and Prime Video, and confectionery partner See’s Candies, which supplies an exclusive anniversary candy box.

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• Aug 1 – “Practical Magic”

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• Aug 8 – “The Mummy”

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• Aug 15 – “X” + “Pearl” (Mia Goth double-feature)

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• Aug 22 – “Coming to America”

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• Aug 29 – “Labyrinth” (40th anniversary)

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Six films across five dates will be screened. Each night includes live DJs, a photo booth, and a wine bar. See’s Candies will sell a limited-edition candy box at the events.

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Cinespia’s programming targets intergenerational audiences, positioning each title as a cultural touchstone. The communal setting—music, photo opportunities, and themed concessions—creates a shared cinematic ritual beyond the screen.

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Founder John Wyatt said the selected titles have lasting cultural relevance and that Cinespia’s mission is to bring stories back to the big screen in a communal setting. Amazon MGM Studios and Prime Video confirmed their presenting role, noting the partnership supports classic cinema revival. See’s Candies described the exclusive candy box as a joint celebration of its own milestone and Cinespia’s anniversary.

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• “The films we’re showcasing this month have earned their place in the cultural conversation because they continue to resonate across generations,” — John Wyatt, Cinespia founder

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• “15 – Mia Goth Double Feature: “X” + “Pearl” “It’s a Goth Girl Summer—Mia Goth Girl Summer, that is.” — Cinespia promotional copy

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• “It’s a Goth Girl Summer—Mia Goth Girl Summer, that is. Our annual slumber party is back and gloriously blood-soaked with horror’s reigning scream queen on the big screen in ‘X’ and ‘Pearl.’ Part adult-film fever dream, part technicolor psychodrama, these cult favorites have ‘wtf’ written all over them, in the best way possible. Axe your friends to join you for peak mayhem and merriment: blood-on-the-dancefloor dance party, photo moments, giveaways, and surprises. You’re a star in our Free Photobooth, just leave your pitchfork at home. I’m not staying on this farm!” — Cinespia promotional copy

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• “22 – “Coming To America” “Your royal highness, your picnic is ready.” — Cinespia promotional copy

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• “40th Anniversary! Follow the babe with the power into Jim Henson’s gloriously weird fantasy wonderland, where goblins sing, doors argue, and David Bowie’s Goblin King serves enough glam-rock charisma to power an entire kingdom. When Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) wishes her baby brother away, she must navigate a labyrinth of riddles, mischief, and magnificent hair before the clock strikes thirteen.” — Cinespia promotional copy

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Cinespia will announce additional screenings for the 25th-anniversary season later in August.

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