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Film Screening: “In the Heights” (2021)

Published: May 15, 2024; Author: Julia Sonrisa

 May 20, 2024    03:00 PM-05:00 PM EDT

Address: 5 Central Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301, United States

Phone: +1 718-442-8560

Web: https://www.nypl.org/locations/st-george-library-center

Film Screening: “In the Heights” (2021)

“In the Heights” is a vibrant musical film adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Tony Award-winning Broadway show. It tells the story of a close-knit community in Washington Heights, a predominantly Dominican neighborhood in New York City. At the heart of the narrative is Usnavi, a bodega owner who dreams of returning to his native Dominican Republic.

As Usnavi and his friends navigate the joys and hardships of life in their neighborhood, they grapple with love, ambition, and the ever-present hope for a better future. The film celebrates the community’s cultural richness, showcasing its vibrant music, dance, and the dreams of its residents. “In the Heights” is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit, the importance of community, and the pursuit of dreams, no matter how big or small.

Time: 3:00-5:00 pm EST

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