09/08 | Dark Toons

A gateway to mind-bending dreams, these spellbinding toons showcase all the strange and twisted storytelling only animation can offer.
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09/13 | Roll Bounce

1970s roller-skate jams fuel this dazzlingly groovy 2005 coming-of-age comedy from director Malcolm D. Lee! Presented in partnership with NYC Council Member Crystal Hudson.
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09/21 | Luther: Never Too Much

In this captivating musical exploration, acclaimed filmmaker Dawn Porter invites audiences to delve into the iconic singer’s life, celebrated for his singular soulful velvet voice.
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Dark Toons
Sun Sep 8 7:00 PM

Dark Toons

Short Film Program

Brooklyn Commons Park, Downtown, Brooklyn

Roll Bounce
Fri Sep 13 7:00 PM

Roll Bounce

Feature Film Program

Jackie Robinson Playground, Brooklyn, Prospect Lefferts Gardens

Ferdinand
Sat Sep 14 6:30 PM

Ferdinand

Feature Film Program

Brooklyn Army Terminal, Sunset Park, Brooklyn

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