Retro Ski – Double Feature
“Something About McConckey” (2000) & “Better Off Dead” (1985)
Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6PM Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
$15 General Admission Total price listed includes ticket fees. Taxes are calculated upon checkout.
A portion of proceeds will be donated to the Appalachian Ski Mtn. – Ski Patrol.
A throwback double feature film event featuring:
There’s Something About McConkey (2000) – A Matchstick documentary following ski pioneer Shane McConkey as he leaves traditional ski racing to revolutionize freeskiing, injecting fun and absurdity by attacking mountains with unique styles while battling the establishment, showcasing his irreverent personality and innovative spirit that inspired a new era in skiing. It’s a wild, fast-paced look at his mindset, featuring fellow skiers like Seth Morrison and Jonny Moseley. Runtime: 45 minutes – Not Rated
Better Off Dead (1985) – Lane Meyer (John Cusack) is a teen with a peculiar family and a bizarre fixation with his girlfriend, Beth (Amanda Wyss). When Beth dumps Lane, he decides to kill himself, making bumbling attempts at suicide. Outside of his morbid endeavors, Lane spends time with his oddball buddy, Charles (Curtis Armstrong), and befriends Monique (Diane Franklin), a visiting French student. Eventually, Lane resolves to race Beth’s obnoxious new beau on the ski slopes, with unexpected results. Runtime: 2 hours 8 minutes – Rated PG
Arrive early! Films @ the App are shown without preview reels and begin promptly at the posted start time. Arrive early and allow time for concessions purchases with a full line of popcorn, candy, cookies, soda, water, beer, and wine.
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