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Movies in the Parks: Napoleon Dynamite (Chicago)

July 13, 2019 - July 13, 2019 @ 8:30 pm - 10:15 pm

Location

Buttercup Park

N. Sheridan Rd.

Chicago, IL 60640

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Description

Enjoy an outdoor showing of "Napoleon Dynamite," a listless and alienated teenager decides to help his new friend win the class presidency in their small western high school, while he must deal with his bizarre family life back home. Movie is rated PG and begins at dusk.

Event Cost: Free.

Event Time: approx. 8:30 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/events/movies-parks-buttercup

Age recommendation: Teens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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