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How to celebrate 50 years of "Rocky Horror" in Philly region

Close-up of two performers in dramatic stage makeup under red lighting: left figure with pale skin, dark eye makeup, open mouth and pearl necklace; right figure with white mask-like makeup. — Tim Curry and Nell Campbell in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." Photo: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images

"The Rocky Horror Picture Show" has outlived the Soviet Union, Y2K and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Philly fans can celebrate its legacy tonight with a documentary showing that pays tribute to the cult classic and its fandom.

The big picture: What began as a box-office flop has turned into the longest-running theatrical film in history — all thanks to midnight screenings that began 50 years ago this month.

The film, and the shadowcasts reenacting it in Philly and beyond, have fostered community among LGBTQ+ youth and self-described "outcasts."

Zoom in: Linus O'Brien, the son of "Rocky Horror" creator Richard O'Brien, released the film he directed, "Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror," in September to commemorate the 50-year anniversary of the original film's release.

The documentary features interviews with stars Tim Curry and Susan Sarandon, executive producer Lou Adler and fans like Jack Black.

🍿 If you go: "Strange Journey" has a 9pm showing at AMC Cherry Hill 24 tonight.

Tickets: $11.99-$13.49

🎭 What else: The Landmark Ritz Five in Old City is showing the original 1975 movie at 10pm tonight that will feature a live shadow cast by Transylvanian Nipple Productions. ($15+)

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