The Baby-Sitters Club (G) PRESENTED IN 35MM FILM

The Baby-Sitters Club (G, 1995) Presented in 35mm Film by The Revival House Perth

Kristy Thomas (Rachael Leigh Cook) and her close-knit group of friends—Claudia, Mary Anne, Stacey, Dawn, and Mallory—run a thriving babysitting business in their small Connecticut town, navigating the everyday joys and challenges of childcare, friendship, and growing up together. When financial pressures threaten to shut down a beloved summer camp for the children they babysit, the girls rally together to save it, all while each member of the club faces her own personal struggles—from family tensions and first crushes to questions of identity and belonging. Through it all, the girls' unwavering loyalty to one another and their shared commitment to the younger children in their care forms the emotional heart of a story about friendship, responsibility, and the bonds that carry us through adolescence.

Director Melanie Mayron adapts Ann M. Martin's beloved book series with genuine warmth and an understanding of what made the source material resonate so deeply with young readers. The ensemble of young actresses brings authentic chemistry to the central friend group, capturing the specific dynamics of preteen friendship with sincerity rather than condescension. The film balances light comedy with genuinely earnest exploration of the girls' individual struggles, treating its young characters' concerns with respect rather than dismissing them as trivial. Blending nostalgia for its source material with a timeless message about friendship and responsibility, The Baby-Sitters Club remains a cherished favourite for generations of viewers who grew up with Kristy, Claudia, and the rest of the club.

Original format and audio experience of this film faithfully reproduced by The Revival House. Presented in 35mm film unless noted otherwise.

When: Sunday, October 11th at 2:00PM
Where: The Revival House at the Como Theatre
Rating: G (The content is very mild in impact)

A heartfelt celebration of friendship and growing up—experience this beloved adaptation of the classic book series on 35mm film.