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Sleepless in seattle 211/15/2023 ![]() But according the commentary, after the film was greenlit Nora brought her sister Delia (credited as Associate Producer) in to punch up the comedy in the script, the kids roles, and improve the Tom Hanks character.Īnd even that isn’t the end of it as Nora mentions how Hanks himself, and actors Victor Garber and Rob Reiner, all used improv to add more humor. Ward ( The Sting) was brought on to do a version and the third credited writer on the script was Nora. I took it to TriStar and we were lucky enough to get it optioned.” That script found its way to producer Gary Foster, who in a 1993 LA Times article said, “I got choked up a few times and was real touched by it. Nora is very open on the Sleepless in Seattle commentary that she was “one of several screenwriters who worked on it.” The original script written by Jeff Arch, then an English teacher in Virginia, was a romantic drama. So in just under 1,500 words here are some take aways from Nora that I hope will make you a better writer and/or filmmaker. (That last film was co-written by Nora Ephron, the director/co-writer of Sleepless in Seattle, reminding us of how talented she was.)Īfter her recent death, I revisited the director’s commentary of Sleepless in Seattle and it’s a great example of the collaborative filmmaking process. I often think about it as a reminder that we can be creative and clever with structure.”Įven if you don’t like mainstream Hollywood romantic comedies, there is much to appreciate about Sleepless in Seattle. Afterall it not only made more than $250 million back when it was released in 1993, but it’s listed as one of AFI’s top ten romantic comedy of all-time. A list that includes City Lights, Annie Hall, The Philadelphia Story and When Harry Met Sally. “While my informal and unscientific Twitter poll revealed that When Harry Met Sally might be Nora’s most beloved film, I think Sleepless in Seattle is my favorite. However, alcohol must be consumed at place of purchase.“A word that was very important to me when I was making the movie was timeless.”ĭirector Nora Ephron on making Sleepless in Seattle Like any theater, during the movie we ask people to TURN OFF their cellphones and pagers.įood and beverages are available in the Seattle Center Armory and at food carts on grounds prior to start of movie.Īlcohol is not for sale at the Mural, but is available at select locations in the Armory. No giant coolers/ice chests, open flames/cooking, umbrellas, video or audio recorders. Assisted listening devices are also available upon request.ĭue to the limited number of seats and the abundance of food in the seating area, we would prefer that movie-goers leave pets at home (except for legal guidance animals). Seating is first-come, first-served, and you may be directed toward the back of the Mural Amphitheatre lawn if you bring high backed chairs.įor cancellation information/updates, call Seattle Center Customer Service at 684-7200 or go to after 2 PM on day of event.Īs a policy, we always include captions at all of our screenings. We recommend low back chairs, blankets or bean bags. ![]() Anyone currently positive for or exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 is asked not to attend. What Covid-19 Safety requirements will be in place?Īll attendees will be asked to practice common sense measures, including distancing and masking if they desire. Seating is first-come, first-served, limited to the capacity of the Mural Amphitheatre lawn. The winner will receive a six-night trip for two to both Seattle and New York City, which will include complimentary flights from their home city to both cities and back, courtesy of Alaska Airlines, as well as fun experiences in each city. Win a trip for two from coast to coast and relive the movie magic-it just might be your destiny. ![]() The Space Needle and Empire State Building present the Sleepless in Seattle experience. ![]() There are just two problems: Annie's engaged to someone else and Sam doesn't know yet that they're made for each other. Meanwhile, inspired in equal parts by Sam's story and by classic Hollywood romance, writer Annie Reed becomes convinced that it's her destiny to meet Sam. He's an instant hit with thousands of female listeners who deluge his Seattle home with letters of comfort. Sam Baldwin, a widowed father who, thanks to the wiles of his worried son, becomes a reluctant guest on a radio call-in show. ![]() Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Sleepless in Seattle with a free screening of the iconic film, sponsored by the Space Needle.Ĭelebrate 30 years of this wonderfully romantic comedy about two people drawn together by destiny. ![]()
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