The Philadelphia Film Society’s Movies on the Block Returns to Provide Access to Films in Philly Neighborhoods
The Philadelphia Film Society (PFS) recently announced the lineup for Movies on the Block 2024 summer movie series.
Movies on the Block is a free summer screening program designed to support Philadelphia neighborhoods with little access to film. By partnering with local community groups and organizations, each event invigorates established community gathering spaces and facilitates engagement with meaningful film programming and activities.
“The Film Society is thrilled to present our Movies on the Block program for 2024,” says Jasmine Hawkins, Community Partnership Coordinator at the Philadelphia Film Society. “Thanks to the collaboration with our community partners for each event, we are able to create unique experiences that celebrate the diverse fabric of communities that make up our City.”
COMPLETE MOVIES ON THE BLOCK LINE-UP:
All free events feature community partner activities, refreshments, giveaways, and more.
FRIDAY, JUNE 21
Film: SPACE JAM: A NEW LEGACY
Location: Lighthouse Sports Complex, 199 E Erie Ave, Philadelphia
Time: 6:00 PM (event start time) /// 8:15 PM (movie start time)
Partners: Lighthouse Sports Complex, Grnd4Greatness, Royal Sisters Project
FRIDAY, JULY 19
Film: CREED
Location: Awbury Rec Center, 6101 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia
Time: 6:00 PM (event start time) /// 8:15 PM (movie start time)
Partners: Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, EMIR Healing Center, Northwest Action Alliance
FRIDAY, JULY 26
Film: MEN IN BLACK
Location: Smith Playground, 2100 S 24th St, Philadelphia
Time: 6:00 PM (event start time) /// 8:15 PM (movie start time)
Partners: Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, Make the World Better, The 6IX Agency, Self Love Sunday Mixer
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17
Film: 42
Location: FDR Park, 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia
Time: 6:00 PM (event start time) /// 8:15 PM (movie start time)
Partners: Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, FDR Park, Grnd4Greatness
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30
Film: SING
Location: Stenton Rec Center, 4600 N 16th St, Philadelphia
Time: 6:00 PM (event start time) /// 8:15 PM (movie start time)
Partners: Stenton Museum, Stenton Advisory Council