MEET ME IN ST LOUIS (G) presented in 35mm

Meet Me in St. Louis - Revival House Perth Event Bio

Step into Vincente Minnelli's gorgeous 1944 Technicolor masterpiece—a nostalgic musical that captures turn-of-the-century American family life with warmth, humor, and some of the most beautiful cinematography ever committed to film. This is Old Hollywood at its most enchanting, featuring a young Judy Garland at her luminous best.

Set during the year leading up to the 1904 World's Fair, the film follows the Smith family in St. Louis as they navigate romance, seasonal celebrations, and the devastating news that father wants to relocate the family to New York. Garland stars as Esther Smith, the second-oldest daughter who falls for the boy next door (Tom Drake) while helping her younger sister Tootie (Margaret O'Brien in an unforgettable performance) navigate childhood anxieties.

What could be simple nostalgic fluff becomes something transcendent through Minnelli's artistry. Each season is filmed in distinct color palettes—autumn golds, winter whites, spring pastels—creating a storybook aesthetic that's never cloying. Garland performs "The Trolley Song," "The Boy Next Door," and introduces "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" in a scene so tender it redefined the holiday standard. Her chemistry with O'Brien creates genuine sisterly warmth.

The film's genius is making domestic life feel momentous—a Halloween prank, a Christmas ball, a family deciding whether to leave home. Minnelli finds drama in small moments and beauty in everyday life, while never denying the melancholy underneath the nostalgia.

A musical that's equally perfect for the holidays or any time you need pure cinematic comfort.

Present in authentic 35mm film for the true cinematic experience!

When: Sunday, December 7th at 3:45 PM
Where: Revival House Perth
Rating: G - General audiences

Minnelli's Technicolor treasure—a musical about home, family, and the magic of ordinary moments.