Directed by John Waters | USA | 86 mins
Welcome to the one and only, the scent-sational Polyester, now in stunning ODORAMA!
The creation of Polyester is a tale as old as time. After witnessing one of John Waters' films, renowned critic Archer Winsten famously quipped, "If you ever see Waters' name on the marquee, walk on the other side of the street and hold your nose." Waters was so taken by this review that he read it three times over and was instantly inspired to create a film that DID stink. Thus, Polyester was born.
John Waters’ 1981 film Polyester marked a milestone with its newfound, almost Hollywood budget for the B-list marvel. Embracing his scandalous nature, Waters introduced ODORAMA, an olfactory gimmick that transformed the film going experience. During screenings, audiences used scratch-and-sniff cards to immerse themselves in Francine Fishpaw’s world, played by Waters’ muse, Divine.
Prepare to smell like you’ve never smelled before, because this screening of Polyester will be in Odorama! You'll laugh, gasp, and perhaps be scandalized by the sights and sounds. But nothing will prepare your nostrils for the aromatic adventure of this groundbreaking gimmick, leaving moviegoers astonished and amused.
In Polyester, suburban housewife Francine Fishpaw (Divine) navigates a crumbling world as her husband confesses infidelity, her daughter announces a pregnancy, and her son is suspected of bizarre crimes. Amidst chaos, she finds an unexpected romance with heartthrob Todd Tomorrow (Tab Hunter). Polyester is a cheeky comedy with outlandish characters and irreverent humor, starring Divine, the (drag) queen of flamboyance.
Written by Jamie Leer.
Please note that five film passes cannot be used for tickets to this special screening.
Rated 14A for violence and substance use.
Community Partner:
In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge that this screening takes place on Moh’kinsstis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory, as well as the oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Otipemisiwak Métis Government of the Métis Nation within Alberta District 6. Finally, we acknowledge all Nations, Indigenous and non, who live, work and play, as well as help steward this land, honour and celebrate this territory.