Trumbo

Dalton Trumbo’s remarkable journey from Hollywood royalty to blacklisted writer to Academy Award winner is told through the writer’s own indelible words. Combined are performances of some of his extraordinary letters, clips from his films and archival and contemporary interviews with those who knew him best, which illustrate how one man’s unerring belief in the First Amendment and the power of the written word empowered him to fight back after being blacklisted by HUAC.

Dalton Trumbo was born in Montrose and grew up in Grand Junction, graduating from Grand Junction High School in 1922. His years in Grand Junction would always influence his life and writing.

Who: Brought to you by the Legends Committee and “The Dalton Gang”

When: Wednesday, December 9th-6:30 P.M.

Where: Avalon Theatre, 645 Main Street, Downtown Grand Junction

What Else: This rousing and informative documentary was produced by Christopher Trumbo, son of Dalton Trumbo and stars Joan Allen, Brian Dennehy, Michael Douglas, Nathan Lane, Paul Giamatti, Dustin Hoffman, Donald Sutherland and Danny Glover.

What Other Else: Christopher Trumbo will be here to introduce the film and be available for a Q & A afterwards. A historical display will be on site and Dalton Trumbo’s locally controversial first novel, set in “Shale City,” will be available for purchase.

Admission: $10 at the door to benefit the Legends “5 in 5 Historical Statues” project

For More Information: 970-260-8130 or 970-640-5350