Classic movie “Them!” being shown where it was filmed

Some time back, MonSFFen got to watch the classic Them! at one of Keith’s Classic SF movie matinees, so I thought this might be of interest to members.  –CPL

STATION INFESTATION. Here’s a rare opportunity to watch a monster movie within a stone’s throw of the locale they terrorized — “Off-Ramp Recommendation: Scientists needed! Giant ants invade Union Station Friday night!”

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And if that’s not enough – young Leonard Nimoy appears in the film (in a very minor role)!