1984's 'Purple Rain,' Bio Of Prince's Life To Be Shown At Redford Theatre, MJR Theaters

On the heels of his untimely demise, the Redford Theatre in Detroit and the chain of MJR theaters will honor musical legend Prince by showing the movie "Purple Rain" in the original 8 millimeter format from its initial release in 1984.

For MJR, "Purple Rain" will play at their Southgate and Troy locations in their Epic Experience.

"This is an opportunity for Prince fans to show their respect for this music icon as well as a chance to say good bye," a theater spokesman said.

Prince, who was only 57 was found unresponsive Thursday in his suburban Minneapolis compound.

MJR locations include:

TROY GRAND DIGITAL CINEMA • 16
100 E. Maple Rd.
Troy MI 48083
248-498-2100

SOUTHGATE DIGITAL CINEMA • 20
15651 Trenton Rd.
Southgate, MI 48195
734-284-FILM (3456)

BRIGHTON TOWNE SQUARE DIGITAL CINEMA • 20
8200 Murphy Dr.
Brighton, MI 48116
810-227-4700

CHESTERFIELD CROSSING DIGITAL CINEMA • 16
50675 Gratiot Ave.
Chesterfield, MI 48051
586-598-2500

WATERFORD DIGITAL CINEMA • 16
7501 Highland Rd.
Waterford, MI 48327
248-666-7900

Steve Overstreet with the Redford Theater says they are also planning to have a pre-show montage of Prince's life.

"It's an arrangement of interesting clips about Prince's life, his music, and it's just going to be that kind of evening," Overstreet said.

Doors open at 6 for the Redford Theatre performance, showtime is at 7. Tickets are $5 and seats are limited.

Get tickets HERE.