Movies/TV/Streaming

Union Market’s Summer Drive In Series Kicks Off Friday with Top Gun!

By Prince Of Petworth

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1305 5th Street, NE – courtesy Union Market

This is also awesome – from a press release:

“Union Market, northeast D.C’s vibrant district, will kick-off its drive-in movie summer series on Friday, July 1, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. This classic American treat will take place in Union Market’s parking lot and will project the feature presentation, Top Gun, onto the market’s three-story wall. The family-friendly series is $10 per car or free for walk-ups in the picnic area. The series will be held on the first Friday of every month from July through October.

The series will be held on the first Friday of every month from July through October.

Movie lovers and retro fanatics alike can munch on theater worthy delectables such as fried chicken biscuits from the Mason Dixie food truck and popcorn from Stella’s Popkern. The DC Rollergirls will be on hand delivering snacks and drinks on wheels.

The popular UM Drive In Summer Series has brought in immense crowds since its inception in 2012. The throwback event offers a summer retreat for those looking for communal fun and vintage kitsch.

SHOWING DETAILS

Friday, July 1, 2016 – Top Gun
Friday, August 5, 2016 – Ratatouille
Friday, September 2, 2016 – Grease
Friday, October 7, 2016 – Ghostbusters

Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Gates close at 8:30 p.m.
Film begins at 8:00 p.m/sunset.
Union Market parking lot
1305 5th Street NE”

“With Father’s Day coming up what better way to celebrate by spending quality time with Dad at a screening of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan?”

By Prince Of Petworth

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From an email:

“With Father’s Day coming up on Sunday, June 19, what better way to celebrate by spending quality time with Dad at a screening of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan? Star Trek has had a profound influence on the entertainment industry and culture alike, making for a unique Father’s Day experience. Part of Smithsonian Theaters’ celebration of 50 years of Star Trek, this event provides the opportunity to view an iconic film in an IMAX theater with a state-of-the-art projection system installed earlier this year.

The screening will take place at the Lockheed Martin IMAX Theater at the National Air and Space Museum at 4:15pm. Tickets are $15 for adults, $14 for seniors, and $13.50 for children under 12.

Runtime: 113 minutes

Rating: PG

Synopsis: With the assistance of the Enterprise crew, Admiral Kirk must stop an old nemesis, Khan Noonien Singh, from using the life-generating Genesis Device as the ultimate weapon.

Purchase tickets at: https://www.si.edu/Imax/Movie/1239“

Adams Morgan Outdoor Movie Series Showing Selma Tonight!

By Prince Of Petworth

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“The weather looks gorgeous for our screening of Selma tonight! The film starts about 30 minutes after sunset but be sure to get there early to get your perfect spot. We’ll be waiting for you at the Marie Reed soccer field [18th and California St, NW], so being your food and drinks, but please leave the pets and alcohol at home.”

“HBO and Comcast have decided to discontinue hosting Screen on the Green in DC, effective this summer”

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Brian Mosley

From Friends of Screen on the Green:

“Hello friends,

About this time in 2009, when we learned that Screen on the Green might be canceled, we took action. Through email and hyperlocal social media campaigning, we demonstrated how important Screen on the Green was to the DC community. We held a big event at the Spy Museum, with tuxedos and gowns, and succeeded in saving our beloved summer event. In 2010, we took to Facebook and Twitter and again shared our love for Screen on the Green and it’s importance as an indelible landmark event of summer in the District of Columbia. Both times, you helped us save SOTG.

It has been 7 years since, and we’ve had some good times and great movies on the Mall. DC has seen dozens of other outdoor movie series pop up around town. Still, you selected Screen on the Green as “Best Outdoor Film Series” in Washington City Paper’s 2016 “Best of DC” reader awards.

Today we share some sad news: HBO and Comcast have decided to discontinue hosting Screen on the Green in DC, effective this summer. (more…)

Suns Cinema Opens Sunday

By Prince Of Petworth

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3107 Mt. Pleasant Street, NW

I knew it!! The big news is in from Suns Cinema:

“We’re psyched to announce that Suns Cinema will opening this Sunday! Doors will open at 5pm. First screening will be at 6:30. Tickets at the door.”

If anyone finds out what film is being shown first – let us know!!

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Could be Coming to Rhode Island Ave, NE?!?!!

By Prince Of Petworth

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via Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

Well this could be huge – Washington Business Journal reports:

“Austin, Texas-based Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is close to a deal to bring its brand of movie theater and full-service restaurant to a new development in the Edgewood neighborhood of Northeast D.C.”

Considering Alamo Drafthouse DC retweeted the story – I’d take that as a very good sign. Alamo’s website says:

“Cold beer, hot movies, and delicious snacks and meals; The Alamo Drafthouse is dinner, drinks, movies and events, all under one roof. Our attention to detail in film presentation and programming has made us a second home to movie fans all over the planet and earned accolades from the likes of Entertainment Weekly (#1 theater in America), Wired.com (Coolest Movie Theater in the World) and Fandango.com (One of the Best Theaters in the Country).”

Stay tuned!!!

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Vote for the opening night film for Adams Morgan Movie Nights

By Prince Of Petworth

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PoPville gets to pick the first film again this year! The choices are: Inside Out, Shaun the Sheep, or Despicable Me 2. Vote here:


From Adams Morgan Movie Nights:

“Adams Morgan Movie Nights kicks off on Tuesday, May 17th.

We show 5 films on consecutive Tuesday evenings at the Marie Reed school soccer field — which happens to be perfect for throwing a picnic blanket down before the film starts. The first film is always a family friendly animated film as a nod to the Marie Reed School, which graciously their grounds with us.

WHERE: 18th and California NW. (Adams Morgan)

WHEN: 30 mins after sunset. May 17th, 24th, 31st. June 6th, 14th and rain date of 6/21

WHY: Because experiencing free films on a huge screen under the stars is one of best “accessible for all” community cultural events left in the city.”

NoMa Summer Screen 2016 Approaches – Vote for the Films You Want to See

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user evegophotos

From the NoMa BID:

“NoMa Summer Screen is a free, 13-week outdoor film series in NoMa, Washington, D.C.’s most connected neighborhood. Every Wednesday from June 1 to August 24, bring your friends, family and neighbors for music, giveaways, food trucks, picnicking, and of course, great films under the stars.

The theme of this year’s NoMa Summer Screen is ‘Choose Your Own Adventure’! Please select your top 10 favorite adventure movies from the list below. (more…)

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