The Beverly Theater presents a special black and white screening of Johnny Mnemonic, the 1995 cyberpunk film adapted from William Gibson's short story. While the movie is typically seen in color, this monochrome presentation offers a fresh perspective on the film's dystopian vision of 2021, stripping away the vibrant neon aesthetics to reveal the stark contrasts and shadowy textures of its futuristic underworld. The black and white format echoes classic film noir, adding a layer of artistic interpretation to this cult favorite.

Set in a world where information is currency and corporate control is absolute, the film follows a data courier who stores sensitive information in his brain implants. Keanu Reeves stars in this pre-Matrix cyberpunk adventure that also features Ice-T, Dina Meyer, and a memorable performance by Takeshi Kitano. The intimate setting of the Beverly Theater's 150-seat main theater provides an ideal environment to experience this reimagined version of the film, where the absence of color might actually enhance the gritty, tech-noir atmosphere that Gibson's work is known for.