The father of American literature penned the story in 1885 and titled it, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. Since then the book and its author have gone on to inspire thousands of would-be and acclaimed writers, including some other notable authors who have contributed to the American canon, as well, like Ernest Hemingway and Paul Theroux.

And the tales of Tom and Huck don’t stop inspiring. Not even 123 years after their novel was first published. That’s what art can do. This time, the duo’s adventures spawned a new Hollywood movie called The Kings of Appletown.

And, lucky for those on Oahu this Saturday, August 30^th, The Kings of Appletown will air at 7:00 p.m. at Sunset on the Beach in Waikiki. This opportunity comes by way of the Maui Writers Conference, which runs from August 29^th – September 1^st in Honolulu.

This airing will be the first time world showing of the new film, which will be released in theaters this winter. What’s more, admission is free.  All thanks to The Maui Writers Conference on the road this year in Honolulu.

The movie is directed by Academy Award winner Bobby Moresco, who co-wrote and produced the breakout film of 2004, Crash, and also co-produced the 2005 Academy Award Winner for Best Picture, Million Dollar Baby. It is written by Bobby Moresco’s daughter—Amanda Moresco, who has worked on multiple projects including the television series’ Falcone and Hell’s Kitchen as well as feature films One Eyed King, Million Dollar Baby and Crash. She has also written The Prince and the Pauper.

Both Bobby and Amanda Moresco will attend the screening and entertain a question-and-answer session after it wraps.

If you’re up for a night on the beach, look for the 40-foot screen at Waikiki’s Queens Surf Beach, across from the Honolulu Zoo. Don’t forget a blanket or beach mat; that’ll be your seat. It's like watching a movie at the drive-in, minus the car and the tinny-sounding speaker box. What an experience.

There's still time to register for the Maui Writers Conference on the Road in Honolulu.