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Summer Film Screening “Stand by Me” (1986)

Published: August 15, 2025; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

When: August 20, 2025
Where: Roosevelt Island Library

Address: 504 Main Street New York, NY

Phone: +1 212-308-6243

Set in the summer of 1959, Stand by Me follows four young friends — Gordie, Chris, Teddy, and Vern — who embark on a life-changing journey to find the body of a missing boy near their small Oregon town. Along the way, they confront personal fears, family struggles, and the bittersweet transition from childhood to adolescence, bonding over shared adventures and the harsh realities of growing up. The film, narrated by an adult Gordie, is a poignant reflection on friendship, loss, and the enduring impact of youthful experiences.

Time: 5:00-6:30 pm EDT

Free!


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