Film

Movies Under the Stars: The Great Debaters

When

Sat, Jun 20 · 8:00 PM

Where

St. Nicholas Park135th Street and St. Nicholas Avenue (in St. Nicholas Park), Manhattan · Map ↗

Price

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Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs. Denzel Washington directed and stars in this uplifting true story, which chronicles the rise of a debate team at a small all-black college in Texas during the 1930s. Nate Parker, Jurnee Smollett, Denzel Whitaker, Jermaine Williams, Forest Whitaker. Rated PG-13 Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Parents are urged to be cautious. Movies begin at dusk. This event is FREE and open to the public. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. In the event of heavy rain or extreme weather, the screening may be canceled. The decision to cancel the event will be made prior to the screening and will be promptly posted on our website. For more information visit nyc.gov/parks or call 311. Contact (212) 360-1430 or accessibility@parks.nyc.gov for more information regarding accessibility.