Film Scene in the Park
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Film Scene in the Park
September 16, 2023 @ 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
ADMISSION POLICIES
Admission to FilmScene in the Park is free and open to the public. Seating is first-come-first-served for all screenings, with movies typically beginning at sunset. We encourage moviegoers to bring their own blankets and chairs, or purchase a commemorative blanket from us.
CONCESSIONS
FilmScene offers popcorn, movie candy, soda, beer and wine for sale at our outdoor concession stand beginning 30 minutes prior to the film’s start time. Beer and wine can only be purchased in closed containers from FilmScene for consumption in the park. No outside alcohol is allowed. Anyone consuming alcohol must present a valid identification certifying they are 21 years of age or older to receive a wristband allowing purchase and consumption in the park.
SERIES
FilmScene in the Park is presented by Dr. Suzanne Stock Orthodontist, and serves the goals of both FilmScene and Iowa City Parks & Recreation by providing free cultural activities to thousands of citizens annually. Our park cinema was made possible in 2021 by the transformative Strengthen Grow Evolve campaign, a collaboration with The Englert Theatre, and The City of Iowa City’s Annual Park Improvement and Economic Development funds.
NORTH BY NORTHWEST
1959 / USA / Alfred Hitchcock
Sat, May 278:30pmFilmScene in the Park returns with Hitchcock’s classic tale of suspense! Cary Grant is Roger O. Thornhill, an ordinary man ruthlessly pursued by a group of foreign spies after being mistaken for a government agent.
ISLE OF DOGS
2018 / USA + / Wes Anderson
Sat, Jun 108:40pmWhen, by executive decree, all the canine pets of Megasaki City are exiled to a vast garbage-dump called Trash Island, 12-year-old Atari sets off alone in search of his dog, Spots.
ROMEO + JULIET
1996 / USA + / Baz Luhrmann
Sat, Jun 248:45pmThe classic tale of star-crossed lovers, reimagined by Baz Luhrmann.
PEE-WEE’S BIG ADVENTURE
1985 / USA / Tim Burton
Sat, Jul 88:45pmWhen eccentric man-child Pee-wee Herman gets his beloved bike stolen in broad daylight, he sets out across the U.S. on the adventure of his life.
TURNING RED
2022 / USA + / Domee Shi
Sat, Jul 228:35pmThirteen-year-old Meilin makes a mortifying discovery: every time she is overwhelmed by emotion, she transforms into a giant red panda.
A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN
1992 / USA / Penny Marshall
Sat, Aug 58:20pmTwo sisters join the first female professional baseball league and struggle to help it succeed amid their own growing rivalry.
TOP GUN
1986 / USA / Tony Scott
Sat, Aug 198:00pmAs students at the United States Navy’s elite fighter weapons school compete to be best in the class, one daring young pilot learns a few things from a civilian instructor that are not taught in the classroom.
MODERN TIMES
1936 / USA / Charles Chaplin
Sat, Sep 27:45pmCharlie Chaplin as the Tramp struggles to live in modern industrial society.
A HARD DAY’S NIGHT
1964 / UK / Richard Lester
Sat, Sep 167:20pmOver two days in the life of The Beatles, the boys struggle to keep themselves in check while preparing for a live TV performance.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
1986 / USA / Frank Oz
Sat, Sep 307:00pmA nerdy florist finds his chance for success and romance with the help of a giant man-eating plant who demands to be fed.
THE BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN
1935 / USA / James Whale
Fri, Oct 277:00pmDr. Frankenstein, goaded by an even madder scientist, builds his monster a mate.