What monster lurks on the Forbidden Planet?
Again, from the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences… RALEIGH — Come discover what has happened to an ancient civilization as the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences stays open late on Friday, June 4, to present the sci-fi classic Forbidden Planet. Regarded as one of the best sci-fi films of the 1950s, Forbidden Planet (1956) succeeds at creating a sense of wonder through its beautiful production and innovative special effects. Based on Shakespeare’s The Tempest, the movie follows an expedition crew sent to investigate what happened to a colony of scientists settled on a distant planet. Upon their arrival, the crew discovers only two survivors, the ruins of an ancient society, and a mysterious monster roaming the planet. Starring Leslie Nielson and Anne Francis, Forbidden Planet also introduces Robbie the Robot. Free. Local musician Kenny Shore kicks off the evening with live music at 5:30 p.m. Explore fun exhibits or enjoy food and drinks before the movie begins at 7 p.m. For more