On July 17, the Psychotronic Film Society of Savannah’s ongoing weekly series of underappreciated feature films continues at The Sentient Bean. That night, the PFS pays posthumous tribute to the late, great screen and TV actor James Garner (“Murphy’s Romance,” “The Great Escape,” “The Notebook” and TV’s “Maverick” and “The Rockford Files”) just two days shy of the fifth anniversary of his death from coronary disease.

A former Korean War veteran and Purple Heart recipient, the Emmy Award-winning Garner earned a storied reputation in Hollywood as one of the kindest and most caring actors in that notoriously rough-edged town. He was known as a lifelong, devoted supporter of the Democratic Party, and in 1963 joined Martin Luther King Jr. in his famed March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. He was also seen by later action stars such as Tom Selleck, Steve McQueen and Clint Eastwood as a mentor and friend.

To celebrate his lengthy life and career, the PFS will present a beloved James Garner film from several decades past that is rarely seen in public these days, but which is remembered quite fondly by fans of the actor. A lighthearted comedy, it initially did very poorly when first shown in theaters. However, after Garner himself pledged $10,000 of his own money to pay to keep it running in a single location for one additional week, positive word of mouth began to spread and the movie eventually became one of the Top 20 most popular films of the year in which it was released.

The exact title remains a secret until its 8 p.m. showtime, but adventurous viewers and Garner fans are encouraged to take a chance, buy a ticket and be pleasantly surprised. As always, The Bean’s vegetarian menu will be available, and there will be discounts during the movie on craft beer and organic wine. Hope to see you there.