Film Night in the Park 2001
BIG
1988 104
min
The best of the spate of body-switching films in the late 80s. BIG features a brilliant, unforced performance by Tom Hanks as a New Jersey Little Leaguer, who after wishing he were older, suddenly finds himself walking around in a 35-year-old body. Hiding in Manhattan until his friend Rushton can track down the Carney fortune-telling machine that granted the wish, Hanks gets a job with a toy manufacturing firm and rises quickly up the corporate ladder thanks to his unique kid's insight. BIG is a winning, charming film, primarily because Hanks makes it work. He is extraordinarily convincing as an adolescent who suddenly finds himself dealing with a new, adult body, responsibilities, and a romantic relationship, while simultaneously trying to survive vicious corporate infighting. Penny Marshall directs this classic film the whole family will enjoy.
When: Sunday, October 7th 2001
Where: Creek Park, San Anselmo (400th block of Sir Frances Drake Blvd. at "the Hub")
Showtime: 8:00 pm
Film Night suggests that you arrive 1 hour before Showtime. There is music and pre-show entertainment, and don't forget the picnic dinner. Pillows, sleeping bags, blankets, backrests and LOW chairs are recommended. People arriving with TALL chairs (more than 8 inches off the ground) may be asked to move to the sides of the viewing area. Film Night suggests leaving pets at home, as they displace people at our popular screenings. Food and beverage is welcome, we just ask that you please clean up after yourself. ENJOY!
Film Night in the Park is a project of the A.P.P.L.E. FamilyWorks, in partnership with the CAMPAIGN FOR A HEALTHIER COMMUNITY FOR CHILDREN. Video Projection provided by SHARP ELECTRONICS.