Movies Under the Microscope

Step back into the 80s, a decade where sci-fi blockbusters and quirky cult classics tackled real scientific marvels, Cold War fears, and predictions for the future. Join the Natural History Museum of L.A. County for a special series of screenings featuring expert-led discussions, lively pre-screening receptions, and a fun look at what 80s sci-fi got both right and hilariously wrong. On October 22, enjoy a special screening of Real Genius (1985), the cult classic comedy directed by Martha Coolidge. The film features a brilliant college student who teams up with his eccentric classmates to take…