Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

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Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

July 14, 2019

Doors: 4pm; Pre-show entertainment: 4:30pm; Movie: 5pm

$15 adults; $8 children 12 and under, seniors, and students

“Great principles don’t get lost once they come to light—they’re right here, you just have to see them again.” In 1939, Mr. Smith went to Washington and opened people’s eyes to the corruption behind the closed doors of U.S. politics. On July 14, Mr. Smith goes to Washington Heights to celebrate the film’s 80th anniversary! Experience Frank Capra’s classic film on a 50-foot screen, and bring great principles to light once again. Arrive early for a pre-show discussion with Congressman Adriano Espaillat!

Brief Synopsis: A naïve man is appointed to fill a vacancy in the United States Senate. His plans promptly collide with political corruption, but he doesn’t back down.

Cast: Jean Arthur, James Stewart, Claude Rains

Director: Frank Capra

Writers: Sidney Buchman, Lewis R. Foster

Length: 2 hrs, 9 mins

Release Date: October 19, 1939