Sherlock Jr. with organist Dennis Scott

Sherlock Jr. (45 minutes), starring Buster Keaton with Dennis Scott, Official Organist of the Buster Keaton Society Playing with bonus short film Balloonatic Grandparents Day! In this award-winning 1924 comedy, a kindly movie projectionist (Buster Keaton) longs to be a detective. When his fiancée is robbed by a local thief, the poor projectionist is framed for the crime. Using his amateur detective skills, the projectionist follows the thief to the train station only to find himself locked in a train car. Disheartened, he returns to his movie theater, where he falls asleep and dreams that he is the great Sherlock Holmes. In Balloonatic, a hapless amusement park attendant finds his run-away balloon ride has left him in a strange predicament. This year, the Embassy is pleased to announce the return of Grandparents Day! At this event, patrons are encouraged to bring grandchildren (12 and under are free) and introduce them to a timeless experience: the sounds and music of the Grande Page pipe organ alongside a comical silent film. Learn about how the organ saved the Embassy. Enjoy free popcorn and fun activities before the show.