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Hispanic Heritage Month Movies In-Person
Celebrate the contributions, diverse culture and history of Hispanic people through a selection of films. Enjoy popcorn with each screening! See individual film description for recommended audience. Register for a reminder.
· September 20: Under the Same Moon (PG 13) 1 hr 46 min
Nine-year-old Carlitos was left behind by his mother, Rosario, who has worked illegally in Los Angeles, sending money home to her son and mother to give them a chance at a better life. When the death of his grandmother leaves young Carlitos alone, he takes his fate into his own hands and heads north across the border to find his mother. Spanish with English subtitles. Best suited for adults and mature teens. (LibCal: Adults, Teens)
· September 27: Buena Vista Social Club (G) 1 hr 45 min
Aging Cuban musicians whose talents had been virtually forgotten following Castro's takeover of Cuba, are brought out of retirement by Ry Cooder, who travelled to Havana in order to bring the musicians together, resulting in triumphant performances of extraordinary music, and resurrecting the musicians' careers. For all ages. (LibCal: all)
· October 4: A Better Life (PG 13) 1 hr 38 min
Hardworking single father Carlos Galindo lives life for a single purpose: To provide his teenage son with the opportunity for a better life. A powerful, emotional and ultimately uplifting look at the heroic struggle of immigrants in their quest for the American Dream. Best suited for adults and mature teens. (LibCal: Adults, Teens)
· October 11: Coco (PG) 1hr 45 min
Aspiring musician Miguel, confronted with his family's ancestral ban on music, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather, a legendary singer. For all ages. (LibCal: Children & Families)
- Date:
- Friday, September 20, 2024
- Time:
- 3:00pm - 5:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Meeting Room 1
- Audience:
- Adults Adults & Teens Teens