Film Screenings
They Shall Not Grow Old (2019)
Fresh FlicksThe Library this month gives the big-screen treatment to five notable films recently released to video, ranging from director Peter Jackson’s universally acclaimed remembrance of the fear and ferocity of battle in World War I to the action, excitement (and humor) of superhero-dom.
SATURDAYS AT 1:30 P.M.
Stanley H. Durwood Film Vault
Central Library, 14 W. 10th
| August 3 | They Shall Not Grow Old (2019; R) |
| August 10 | The Public (2019; PG-13) |
| August 17 | Captain Marvel (2019; PG-13) |
| August 24 | Isn't It Romantic (2019; PG-13) |
| August 31 | Shazam! (2019; PG-13) |
Film discussion: Igby Goes Down
We’ll discuss the themes, message, and performances of this coming-of-age dark comedy that might make you appreciate your own family all over again. Co-sponsored by Film Society KC. Refreshments provided!!
Wednesday, August 7, 2019
10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Movies and Memories: Silent Films We Love
A sampling of fun silent film clips will be accompanied by live piano. Come enjoy music and popcorn with friends as we explore the earliest movies. This event is for people living with dementia and their care partners. RSVP to Heather Harrison at 816-701-3763.
Champions (CAMPEONES)
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Kansas City engages in educational, cultural, and commercial exchanges with a dozen sister cities across the globe, in part through the annual Kansas City Sister Cities World Cinema Series.
All films have English subtitles. Attendees are encouraged to participate in the post-film discussions conducted by experts on the culture, history, and subject matter of the featured selections’ nations of origin.
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Saturday, August 10, 2019
CHAMPIONS (CAMPEONES)
120 min; Dramedy
2018 – SPAIN
Spanish with English subtitles
Host: Seville (SPAIN) Sister City Committee
Presented by the Sister Cities Association of Kansas City.
July—August 2019 All screenings: 11 a.m. | Doors open: 10 a.m.
Kansas City Public Library – Plaza Branch, 4801 Main St., Kansas City, MO 64112
Free admission
Recommended for ages 18 and older
RSVP/Details: kclibrary.org | 816.701.3481
The Public (2019)
Fresh FlicksThe Library this month gives the big-screen treatment to five notable films recently released to video, ranging from director Peter Jackson’s universally acclaimed remembrance of the fear and ferocity of battle in World War I to the action, excitement (and humor) of superhero-dom.
SATURDAYS AT 1:30 P.M.
Stanley H. Durwood Film Vault
Central Library, 14 W. 10th
| August 3 | They Shall Not Grow Old (2019; R) |
| August 10 | The Public (2019; PG-13) |
| August 17 | Captain Marvel (2019; PG-13) |
| August 24 | Isn't It Romantic (2019; PG-13) |
| August 31 | Shazam! (2019; PG-13) |
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Mars Attacks! (1996)
2019 Off-the-Wall Film Series: Well (Multi)versedDoors open: 8 p.m. • Program: 8:45 p.m.
Neighbors from the Red Planet arrive under a pretense of peace, but it soon becomes clear their real intent is to colonize and conquer. Maybe vaporizing Congress was the first clue. Tim Burton directs an all-star cast including Jack Nicholson, Glenn Close, Annette Bening, Pierce Brosnan, and Sarah Jessica Parker. Slim Whitman upstages them all.
2019 Off the Wall Films:
May 17: Spaceballs (1987, PG, 1h 36 min)
June 21: Coneheads (1993, PG, 1h 28 min)
July 19: Galaxy Quest (1999, PG, 1h 42 min)
August 16: Mars Attacks (1996, PG-13, 1h 50 min)
September 20: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018, PG, 1h 57 min)
Co-presented by the Young Friends of the Library. Enjoy complimentary popcorn provided by Velvet Creme.
This series is part of the Library's 2019 Summer Reading Program: Dare to Discover.
Some tips and notes about how best to enjoy an evening of downtown KC skyline cinema on the Central Library's Rooftop Terrace:
- Bring your own blankets and folding chairs for seating.
- You may bring outside food and non-alcoholic beverages (no glass containers, please!)
- Doors open at 8 p.m. (Note: The Central Library closes at 5 p.m. on Fridays, but the doors reopen at 8 p.m. for Off-the-Wall audiences.)
- All movies begin at dusk (approximately 8:45 p.m.)
- In case of bad weather, screenings are moved indoors.
- Complimentary parking is available in the Library District parking garage at 10th and Baltimore. Bring your parking ticket for validation.
- Transit options: take KC Streetcar to the Library stop at 9th / Main or Ride KC buses to 10th / Main transit plaza.
Captain Marvel (2019)
Fresh FlicksThe Library this month gives the big-screen treatment to five notable films recently released to video, ranging from director Peter Jackson’s universally acclaimed remembrance of the fear and ferocity of battle in World War I to the action, excitement (and humor) of superhero-dom.
SATURDAYS AT 1:30 P.M.
Stanley H. Durwood Film Vault
Central Library, 14 W. 10th
| August 3 | They Shall Not Grow Old (2019; R) |
| August 10 | The Public (2019; PG-13) |
| August 17 | Captain Marvel (2019; PG-13) |
| August 24 | Isn't It Romantic (2019; PG-13) |
| August 31 | Shazam! (2019; PG-13) |
Teen Movie Night
Calling all teens! Join us for a movie and a meal courtesy of Choose Your Passion KC. Aim4Peace will be here to discuss conflict resolution.
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm