Coolidge on the Greenway: APOLLO 13
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| Venue: | Rose Kennedy Greenway |
| Dates: | Only on 7/31, 8/21 between 7/31/24 - 8/21/24 |
| Hours: | Dusk |
| Ages: | Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
| Cost: | Free |
| Category: | Movies |
Experience cinema classics under the stars! Coolidge on the Greenway will return for a free outdoor screening series on the Greenway this summer.The Coolidge Corner Theatre (‘the Coolidge’) will once again take its popular Science on Screen® series on the road this summer, partnering with the Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy for free, outdoor 35mm screenings of two films (Godzilla 2000 & Apollo 13), introduced by local scientists.
Screenings will take place at sunset at the Greenway's Wharf District Park (located between Milk Street and Atlantic Avenue in Boston)
2024 Movie Lineup - Wednesdays
Godzilla 2000 35MM - OUTDOORS
WED, 7/31 (Rain date Thursday, 8/1)
Free outdoor 35mm screening in partnership with the Rose Kennedy Greenway.
Get ready to crumble! The king of all monsters is back and bigger than ever! The action heats up when a UFO reveals itself as a massive alien monster with awesome destructive powers. The alien monster heads straight for the behemoth Godzilla who's just crushed the entire city for the battle of the millennium.
But Godzilla’s furious heat beam may not be enough to destroy the death-dealing alien, and the future of humankind is in jeopardy. Now, it's a bang-up, three-way, no-holds-barred brawl as Godzilla), the alien monster and the courageous citizens of Japan fight an unprecedented battle for survival in this earth-shattering new sci-fi action adventure that will blow you away.
About the Speaker
Brad Bolman is a Postdoctoral Member of the School of Historical Studies at the Institute for Advanced Study. A historian of science, he received a PhD from Harvard University. His first book, The Dog Years, explores the history of canine science in the twentieth century and will be published by the University of Chicago Press. His current research covers the history of mushrooms, mycology, and fungal science since the 18th century.
Apollo 13 35MM - OUTDOORS
WED, 8/21 (Rain Date: Thursday, 8/22)
Free outdoor 35mm screening in partnership with the Rose Kennedy Greenway.
Stranded 205,000 miles from Earth in a crippled spacecraft, astronauts Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks), Fred Haise (Bill Paxton) and Jack Swigert (Kevin Bacon) fight a desperate battle to survive. Meanwhile, at Mission Control, astronaut Ken Mattingly (Gary Sinise), flight director Gene Kranz (Ed Harris) and a heroic ground crew race against time - and the odds - to bring them home.
About the Speaker
Katie Schauer is a writer dedicated to educating the world on complex concepts related to space communications and navigation for NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center. Creator and executor of in-depth strategic communications plans that result in innovative web and multimedia products. Go-to source for reviews, providing thorough edits in areas like grammar, messaging, and creative narration.
Boston Light & Sound
For several years during the summer. Boston Light and Sound has provided 35mm film projection equipment in a custom projection booth on wheels! It is the Reel Thing! These shows also use a specially designed and installed sound system by the Film Techs at Boston Light & Sound (BLS).
BLS are masters of digital film installations but, are proud to treat the people of City of Boston to special authentic film experiences outside under the stars.
Watch specially curated films on an outdoor screen as part of the Coolidge’s Science on Screen program. The film protection booth can be seen in operation by all who come to the films.
These shows are fun, free and unique opportunities! Chapin Cutler, Larry Shaw and their talented film techs work alongside the professional projectionists of the Coolidge Corner Theatre. Come join us on the lawn at The Greenway!
View our 2024 Guide to Summer Movie Nights in Boston for more fun venues that host free outdoor movies in Boston.
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
coolidge.org/programs/coolidge-greenway
| LOCATION | ↑ top |
Boston Greenway, Boston, MA map
Phone: (617) 292-0020
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