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Monday Matinee “First Man” (2018)

Published: May 8, 2025; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

When: May 12, 2025
Where: Bloomingdale Library

Address: 150 West 100th Street New York, NY 10025

Phone: +1 212-222-8030

Directed by Damien Chazelle, “First Man” is a biographical drama that chronicles Neil Armstrong’s (Ryan Gosling) journey to becoming the first man to walk on the moon. The film focuses on the intense personal and professional sacrifices Armstrong endured during NASA’s Apollo program, including the tragic death of his young daughter, which haunted him. Balancing intimate family moments with the visceral, high-stakes tension of spaceflight, the film immerses viewers in the danger and emotional toll of the mission. The climactic moon landing sequence is portrayed with breathtaking realism, emphasizing Armstrong’s quiet resolve and the monumental achievement of the 1969 Apollo 11 mission.

Time: 12:00-2:00 pm EST

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