Summer Cinema Series returns to Posse Grounds Park2 min read

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Supervillain Megamind [Will Ferrell] is aided in his evil schemes by Minion [David Cross], a talking fish in a mechanical suit. Their attempt to terrorize Metro City is generally thwarted by superhero Metro Man [Brad Pitt]. After Megamind seemingly kills Metro Man and takes over the city, he grows depressed without a hero to battle, so he creates Tighten [Jonah Hill]. As Tighten begins to abuse his powers, Megamind become the hero he never thought he could be. Courtesy photo Paramount Pictures and DreamWorks Animation

The city of Sedona’s Summer Cinema Series will return for 2023 with family-friendly feature films at Posse Grounds Park, 525 Posse Ground Road. Films will be shown every Friday in June at 7:30 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, the screenings will move indoors to The Hub.

“These are free fun events,” city recreation and aquatics supervisor Josh Frewin said. “You can bring the family, bring the spouse, bring the kids, come out with a blanket and enjoy a movie [and] enjoy the nice weather.”

Frewin claimed that the city is working to get food trucks at all of the showings; however, participants should plan on bringing their own food and nonalcoholic drinks at this time.

Additionally, only ADA service dogs will be allowed at the showings.

This season’s schedule includes the following films:

‘Megamind’

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Friday, June 9: In a shocking turn of events, Megamind [Will Ferrell], a supervillain who falls on the less intimidating side, successfully brings Metro City to its knees and emerges victorious against his longstanding nemesis, the superhero Metro Man [Brad Pitt]. However, his triumph is short-lived and he finds himself faced with an even more malevolent adversary, Tighten [Jonah Hill], requiring his attention. Rated PG. 96 minutes.

‘The Truman Show’

n Friday, June 16: Released in 1998, “The Truman Show” serves as the coda to Jim Carrey’s slapstick work of the early 1990s. Truman Burbank’s life is a captivating saga. Unbeknownst to him, he is the main character of a reality TV show that meticulously documents every aspect of his existence. Rated PG. 103 minutes.

‘Grease’

Friday, June 23: Be prepared to have the memorable soundtrack stuck in your head after watching the 1978 high school musical “Grease.” Or come and watch it for context for its prequel streaming series “Rise of the Pink Ladies.” During a memorable summer, an earnest and well-behaved teenage girl from Australia, Sandy Olsson [Olivia Newton-John], finds herself captivated by rebellious greaser Danny Zuko [John Travolta]. However, their love faces significant challenges when her family relocates to the boy’s hometown and she begins attending the same school as him, Rydell High. Rated PG. 110 minutes.

‘Muppet Treasure Island’

Friday, June 30: Kermit, Miss Piggy and the rest of the Muppets help tell their on take on Robert Louis Stevenson’s timeless swashbuckling 1883 novel “Treasure Island.” Jim Hawkins [Kevin Bishop] receives a treasure map from an enigmatic sailor. Determined to uncover the hidden riches, Jim embarks on a perilous journey alongside his companions, the daring Great Gonzo and the mischievous Rizzo the Rat while running afoul of Long John Silver [Tim Curry]. Rated G. 99 minutes

Joseph K Giddens

Joseph K. Giddens grew up in southern Arizona and studied natural resources at the University of Arizona. He later joined the National Park Service in many different roles focusing on geoscience throughout the West. Drawn to deep time and ancient landscapes he’s worked at: Dinosaur National Monument, Petrified Forest National Park, Badlands National Park and Saguaro National Park among several other public land sites. Prior to joining Sedona Red Rock News, he worked for several Tucson outlets as well as the Williams-Grand Canyon News and the Navajo-Hopi Observer. He frequently is reading historic issues of the Tombstone Epitaph newspaper and daydreaming about rockhounding. Contact him at jgiddens@larsonnewspapers.com or (928) 282-7795 ext. 122.

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Joseph K Giddens
Joseph K. Giddens grew up in southern Arizona and studied natural resources at the University of Arizona. He later joined the National Park Service in many different roles focusing on geoscience throughout the West. Drawn to deep time and ancient landscapes he’s worked at: Dinosaur National Monument, Petrified Forest National Park, Badlands National Park and Saguaro National Park among several other public land sites. Prior to joining Sedona Red Rock News, he worked for several Tucson outlets as well as the Williams-Grand Canyon News and the Navajo-Hopi Observer. He frequently is reading historic issues of the Tombstone Epitaph newspaper and daydreaming about rockhounding. Contact him at jgiddens@larsonnewspapers.com or (928) 282-7795 ext. 122.