Events : Movies in the Park
The Great Debaters (PG-13)
This touching drama is based on the true story of Mel Tolson, a professor at Wiley College who inspired his students to form the school's first debate team. This group of kids was the first African American team to ever go up against Harvard and defeated the famed debate team in the national championships.
Date: 08/13/08
Start Time: 8:30 PM
Schedule Notes: All movies begin at dusk; start times are approximated. Closed captioning is provided.
Cost: Free
Location : Harris Park
Creating avenues for Chicago families to enjoy summer in the city, the Chicago Park District announces Movies in the Parks where more than 170 current and classic movies will be shown in neighborhood parks throughout the city, from June through September.
There is no better place to be this summer than your neighborhood park. Grab a picnic basket and a blanket and enjoy the show. You bring the snacks, we'll bring the stars.
All movies are free and begin at dusk.
