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Friday, 20 July 2012

Movies Under the Stars 2012

It would seem, based on the number of offerings, that Torontonians love to watch movies under the stars. This summer, there are at least 4 regular programs offering free outdoor movie viewing. Plus hosting films in the local park seems to be taking off as a great community builder for local organizations and even politicians. Here's a list of the offerings for some of the regular programs, and keep an eye on the What's On page for those one-off events.


Tuesday Night: City Cinema at Yonge-Dundas Square. 
Shows start at sunset. Some seating is provided but you are encouraged to bring your own chair.
Theme: Cult Classics
  • July 24: The Big Lebowski
  • July 31: Do The Right Thing
  • August 14: Double Bill - The Princess Bride & Labyrinth
  • August 21: Brazil
  • August 28: Hush..Hush, Sweet Charlotte
Wednesday Night: Free Flicks at the West Jet Stage, Harbourfront Centre
Shows start at sunset. Bench seating is provided.
Theme: Rise of the Underdog
  • July 25: Napoleon Dynamite
  • August 1: The Social Network
  • August 8: Whip It
  • August 15: Whale Rider
  • August 22: Moneyball
  • August 29: Audience Choice
Wednesday Night: TIFF in the Park at David Pecault Square (formerly Metro Square)
Some seating provided.
Theme: Classic screwball comedies
  • July 25: His Girl Friday
  • August 1: Mr. and Mrs. Smith (1941)
  • August 8: The Philadelphia Story
  • August 15: What's Up, Doc?
  • August 22: The Lady Eve
  • August 29: It Happened One Night
 Friday Night: Cultura Festival at Mel Lastman Square
  • July 20: One Week
  • July 27: Life in a Day
  • August 3: Rio
  • August 10: The Artist

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