Movies & Music on the Lawn’s 2021 season picks back up on Saturday, September 18. Acclaimed Baton Rouge-based Minos the Saint will perform an original never-before-heard score for the 1927 silent comedy, “The Kid Brother.” We’re also proud to say that, as part of The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge’s Ebb & Flow Festival, this event will be open to all, free of charge!
This outdoor event will be capped at 250 attendees to provide space for social distancing and to mitigate potential COVID transmission. Masks will be required for any guests while inside the gallery.
Whether you’re looking for a date night that’s a little different or an affordable family outing, Movies & Music on the Lawn is a great fit for you. Bottomless popcorn and admission to one of the most unique film series in the region (normally) costs just $7. To make things even better, if you’re a BRG member, your admission is included in your membership!
This program is a 2021 Ebb & Flow Festival event and is made possible in part by a grant from the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, funded by the East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President and the Metro Council.
Harold Lloyd
About The Kid Brother (1927): Harold Hickory (Harold Lloyd), a feeble boy in an otherwise brawny family, is known for being clever -- and getting into trouble. After inviting the lovely carnival worker Mary Powers (Jobyna Ralston) into his home, Hickory discovers that a large sum of money entrusted to his father, the sheriff (Walter James), has gone missing. In this slapstick tale of mystery, Hickory must think fast in order to clear his family name, even if it means facing the strongman Sandoni (Constantine Romanoff). Run time: 1hr. 23min.
“The first silent film I ever saw that made me actually stand up and cheer; As a first introduction to silent film, I would pick The Kid Brother over the best of Chaplin or Keaton every time.”
- Film Critic Steven D. Greydanus
About Minos the Saint: Minos the Saint is not what you would call a “traditional” southern Louisiana band. Though Baton Rouge is home, the ensemble plays mostly original music, with a variety of influences which yield experimental-yet-accessible original folk rock, uniquely representing Louisiana and the world. Cajun and Zydeco roots are joined by Latin, Jazz, and Eastern European styles, along with the group's shared classical background. Founded in 2013, Minos the Saint uses a variety of timbres including voice, guitar, piano, drums, violin, mandolin, and a brass section, and like the accordion of founding member, Ben Herrington, the band can expand and contract to play to any audience. https://www.minosthesaint.com/
“Minos the Saint has channeled their wide range of Louisiana and world influences into a thorough delivery of stunning songs, performances and wholeheartedness.” (Jive Flamingo)
