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See Ed Wood's 'Plan 9 From Outer Space' at the Sylmar cemetery where it was filmed
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Robert Garrova , as published by LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· July 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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In the San Fernando Valley, a historic cemetery is hosting a unique event. The San Fernando Pioneer Memorial Cemetery, located in Sylmar, is screening a classic film as part of its Summerween celebrat
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Key takeaway The cemetery, which dates back to the 1870s, has undergone a transformation from a neglected site to a valued community space.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 25, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In the San Fernando Valley, a historic cemetery is hosting a unique event. The San Fernando Pioneer Memorial Cemetery, located in Sylmar, is screening a classic film as part of its Summerween celebrat
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