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Thursday Afternoon Films “Meet John Doe” (1941)

Published: January 17, 2026; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

When: January 22, 2026
Where: 96th Street Library

Address: 112 East, 96th Street, New York, NY, 10128

Phone: +1 212-289-0908

Meet John Doe (1941), directed by Frank Capra, is a classic American drama that blends romance, social satire, and political tension. When a newspaper columnist invents a fictional man named “John Doe” as a symbol of the common citizen’s despair, the story unexpectedly comes to life and ignites a nationwide movement. What begins as a publicity stunt turns into a powerful exploration of truth, manipulation, and collective hope during the Great Depression. With Gary Cooper and Barbara Stanwyck in unforgettable performances, the film raises timeless questions about integrity, mass influence, and the fragile line between idealism and exploitation.

Time: 2:00-4:00 pm EST

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