MOVIES IN THE PARK 2017 | Millennium Park | Chicago
We had a blast last year for movie in the park.  It was important that I share the free movie series with fellow Chicagoans and city visitors again this year.  I’ll plan on going to a few.  Be sure to follow my Twitter @FatGirl_Fashion or Snapchat @Fatgirl_fashion to see what movies I’m going to see so we can meet up.  All films are FREE and made possible by the Millennium Park Foundation. The Summer Film Series is co-curated with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE).
All films are free and start at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday* night at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion at 201 E. Randolph St.  Seating at the pavilion is first-come, first-served, or seat under the stars on the pavilion’s Great Lawn.  Bring your blankets, snacks, and favorite bottle of wine.  Screenings begin June 13th and runs though September 5th.  All movies will be presented on a state-of-the-art, 40-foot LED screen.  Schedule is subject to change.
Tuesday, June 13, 2017
The Blues Brothers
(1980, rated R for sexual content, nudity, some language and drug use, 132 minutes)
The classic Chicago film about Jake and Elwood Blues and their “mission from God” was the second place finisher in last years’ audience choice vote. The screening is presented in conjunction with the Chicago Blues Festival, happening June 9–11, in its new location in Millennium Park.
Tuesday, June 20, 2017
Caddyshack
(1980, rated R for sexual content, nudity, some language and drug use, 98 minutes)
It will be an evening of fun and mayhem when the young caddies, golfers and Carl, the Golf Course Grounds Keeper, take on Bushwood Country Club. The screening is presented by the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, happening June 27–July 2 at Olympia Fields Country Club.
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Julie and Julia
(2009, rated PG-13, 123 minutes)
Just in time for the upcoming Taste of Chicago, this July 5–9 in Grant Park. Julia Child and Julie Powell find their lives intertwined and discover that with the right combination of passion, fearlessness and butter, anything is possible.
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
El Norte
1983, rated R for some disturbing violent content and brief language, 141 minutes)
Screened in Spanish with English subtitles
Brother and sister Enrique and Rosa flee persecution in their home Guatemala and journey north through Mexico and on to the United States. A work of social realism imbued with dreamlike imagery, El Norte is a lovingly rendered, heartbreaking story of hope and survival, which critic Roger Ebert called “a Grapes of Wrath for our time.” The film’s relevancy today serves to remind us of Chicago’s status as a welcoming city.
Tuesday, July 18, 2017
La La Land
(2016, rated PG-13, 128 minutes)
Inspired by classic Hollywood musicals but set in modern day Los Angeles, this film about everyday life asks what is more important: a once-in-a-lifetime love or the spotlight? Emma Stone won the Oscar Award for best actress in a leading role.
Tuesday, July 25, 2017
Network
(1976, rated R for strong language, some sexual content, and a scene of violence, 121 minutes)
In this lauded satire on the news media, veteran news anchorman Howard Beale’s angry televised rant turn into a huge ratings boost for the UBS network, but at what cost? The film is still relevant in today’s 24-hour news culture.
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Bend it Like Beckham
(2002, rated PG-13, 112 minutes)
A comedy about bending the rules to reach your goal, Bend It Like Beckham follows two 18-year-olds with their hearts set on a future in professional soccer, from kick-abouts in the park to free kicks in the Final.
Tuesday, August 8, 2017 Double header
Ghost & The Shining
Ghost
(1990, rated PG-13, 127 minutes)
Sam Wheat is a banker, Molly Jensen is an artist, and the two are madly in love. When Sam is murdered by a friend and corrupt business partner over a shady business deal, his powerless spirit seeks the help of psychic Oda Mae Brown to set things right and protect Molly.
The Shining
(1980, rated R for strong violence, strong language, 144 minutes)
Frustrated writer Jack Torrance takes a job as the winter caretaker at the ominous, mountain-locked Overlook Hotel so that he can write in peace. However, when he arrives with his wife and son, they soon discover the hotel is more than just isolated.
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Hidden Figures
(2016, rated PG, 127 minutes)
The three-time Oscar Award-nominated film about the incredible, untold story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson – three brilliant African-American women working at NASA, who served as the brains in the historic launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit. The film is presented in conjunction with the Chicago Air and Water Show, happening August 19 and 20.
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
Five Heartbeats
Presented by Sound Opinions WBEZ 91.5
(1991, rated R for language, some sexual content, 122 minutes)
The film follow the highs and lows as a quintet of hopeful young African-American men form an amateur vocal group called The Five Heartbeats in the 1960s.
Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs  *Thurs., Aug. 24 at 10 a.m.
80th Anniversary Family Daytime Screening (1937, rated G, 83 minutes)
In celebration of Disney’s first animated feature film, join us for a special daytime screening of this classic tale. When the Magic Mirror proclaims Snow White the fairest one of all, she must flee into the forest, where she befriends the lovable seven dwarfs – Doc, Sneezy, Grumpy, Happy, Bashful, Sleepy and Dopey. When the Evil Queen tricks Snow White with an enchanted apple, only the magic of true love’s kiss can save her. The film is presented in conjunction with Millennium Park’s Family Fun Festival, happening June 19–August 24.
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
The Princess Bride
(1987, rated PG, 98 minutes)
A very special 30th Anniversary screening of the classic tale of love and adventure featuring the beautiful Buttercup, her brave Westley, a bumbling prince, an accomplished swordsman, a super strong giant and a cast of fairytale characters.
Tuesday, September 05, 2017
Wayne’s World
(1992, rated PG-13, 95 minutes)
25th Anniversary of the megahit about two slacker friends, Wayne and Garth who are trying to promote their public-access cable show and end up on a rock and roll adventure!
| *Rated R for strong sexuality and language**Rated R for strong language, and some violence and sensuality
‡Rated R for Sex and Nudity, Violence and Gore, Profanity, Alcohol/Drugs/Smoking, and Frightening/Intense Scenes ^Rated R for adult situations, language, nudity and violence |
Accessibility:
Every aspect of Millennium Park was designed to be fully accessible to all patrons. The following services are available:
- Wheelchair loans in the Millennium Park Welcome Center, 201 E. Randolph Street
- Integrated spaces for wheelchair seating at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion
- Wheelchair accessible restroom facilities
- Assistive listening devices at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion Sound Booth
- For accessibility information, contact dcase@cityofchicago.org
Public Transportation:
For travel information, visit http://www.transitchicago.com or save with my codes for Uber latoyaw21 or Lyft LATOYA308013
Parking:
Convenient parking is located in the Millennium Park Garage (entrance on Columbus at Monroe or Randolph), Millennium Lakeside and Grant Park North. You can save $5 on your parking space with my code from SpotHero.
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Thanks for the reminder! The Five Heart Beats is one of my favorites. Would love to experience it this way.
I’m here for it!!!!