The Jacksonville Historical Society

The next Jacksonville Historical Society program

40th Anniversary of Jacksonville's Cult Classic Horror Film

with Don Barton, Director,
See the complete uncut original version!

Tuesday, October 25 · 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Location:
The Florida Casket Factory
314 North Palmetto Street
Jacksonville, Florida

In 1971, Don Barton of the locally owned Barton Film Company produced the monster movie Zaat, in and around notable North Florida locations, including but not limited to Jacksonville, Silver Springs and Marineland. When released, the movie and its famous giant walking mutant catfish became instant cult horror classics.

Now, Zaat and Don Barton will join with the society's membership to celebrate the film's 40 year anniversary with major movie excerpts, discussions on its Florida film locations and, of course, the "head" of Zaat, a remaining relic from the film A cast member who met an ill-fate at the hands of Zaat will likely make a triumphant return to offer reflections. Come for the fun, fright, and history provided by this cult status film as All Hallow's Eve approaches. And it's all very fittingly at the 1926 Florida Casket Factory, part of the Society's future home.

Come if you dare to the Tuesday, October 25th program, Zaat: A 40th Anniversary Celebration at the Florida Casket Factory, located at 314 Palmetto Street. There's plenty of free parking behind Old St. Luke's and next to the Casket Factory. It's only two blocks west of Old St. Andrews. Security will be on duty. Your guests are welcome! For information, phone 665-0064.

See the original trailer on Youtube

Free and open to the public…more information at 665-0064.

Free parking and security on duty. Guests are welcome!

For more information, call 904-665-0064