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SUMMARY:EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
DESCRIPTION:Baz Luhrmann brings Elvis Presley back to the big screen in EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert.\nThis electrifying concert film captures Elvis at the height of his power. Rare and long-lost footage takes audiences inside his legendary 1970s Las Vegas performances. \nLuhrmann combines restored concert footage with rare 16mm film from Elvis on Tour. He also includes treasured 8mm footage from the Graceland archives. Together\, these images reveal Elvis both onstage and behind the scenes. \nBut this is more than a collection of unforgettable performances. Elvis also gets the chance to tell his own story. Rediscovered recordings capture his voice\, personality\, humor\, and reflections on his extraordinary career. \nWatch Elvis rehearse\, interact with his musicians\, connect with fans\, and command the stage. His charisma fills every frame. His voice reminds audiences why he became the King of Rock and Roll. \nLuhrmann transforms this remarkable archival material into an immersive cinematic experience. The result feels raw\, intimate\, energetic\, and alive. \nWhether you have loved Elvis for decades or are discovering him for the first time\, EPiC delivers something special. Experience the music\, the moves\, and the magnetic performer who changed popular music forever. \nRated: PG-13 \nRun Time: 1 hr. 36 mins. \nDirected by:Baz Luhrmann \nStars: Elvis Presley\, James Burton\, Glen D. Hardin \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/epic-elvis-presley-in-concert/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Film
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SUMMARY:SING
DESCRIPTION:Sing\nGet ready to laugh\, tap your toes\, and sing along with Sing! This feel-good animated musical comedy celebrates big dreams\, finding your voice\, and believing in yourself. \nBuster Moon is a charming and determined koala who owns a once-grand theater. However\, the theater has fallen on hard times. Buster refuses to give up on the place he loves. So\, he comes up with a bold plan. He decides to stage the greatest singing competition the town has ever seen. \nFeaturing colorful animation\, lovable characters\, and a fantastic soundtrack packed with familiar hits\, Sing offers plenty of music and laughter. At the same time\, its heartfelt story celebrates friendship\, courage\, perseverance\, and self-expression. \nSo\, warm up those vocal cords and get ready for a movie filled with music\, humor\, and heart. Sing reminds audiences of all ages that everyone deserves a chance to find their voice and let it shine. \nRated PG | 1 hr 48 min | Animated • Family • Musical • Comedy\nPerfect for families and audiences of all ages who love great music and a feel-good story! \nDirectors: Garth Jennings\, Christophe Lourdelet \nWriter: Garth Jennings \nStars: Matthew McConaughey\, Reese Witherspoon\, Seth MacFarlane
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/sing/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Film
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SUMMARY:The Breakfast Club
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the unveiling of our brand-new updated\, state-of-the-art cinema system\, featuring 7.1 Dolby Digital surround sound\, bringing an even more immersive moviegoing experience to our community. \nWhat better way to kick it off this new chapter for The John & Nancy Hughes Theater than John Hughes’ classic film “The Breakfast Club” in new 4K digital restoration with 50 minutes of deleted and extended scenes! \nJohn Hughes’ The Breakfast Club is a defining coming-of-age film that explores the pressures\, insecurities\, and unexpected connections of teenage life. Set during one Saturday detention at a suburban Chicago high school\, the film brings together five students who seem to have nothing in common. \nThere’s the brain\, the athlete\, the basket case\, the princess\, and the criminal. Each arrives with a different reputation and a different reason for being there. At first\, their personalities clash. They argue\, tease one another\, and retreat into the roles their classmates expect them to play. \nBut as the hours pass\, those walls begin to come down. The students share stories about their families\, friendships\, fears\, and struggles. Soon\, they discover that the labels separating them don’t tell the whole story. Beneath the stereotypes\, they face many of the same questions about identity\, expectations\, and belonging. \nFeaturing memorable performances from Emilio Estevez\, Anthony Michael Hall\, Judd Nelson\, Molly Ringwald\, and Ally Sheedy\, The Breakfast Club blends humor with heartfelt moments and an unforgettable soundtrack. Decades after its release\, the film remains a funny\, thoughtful\, and relatable look at growing up and discovering who you really are. \nDirector: John Hughes \nStars: Emilio Estevez\, Judd Nelson\, Molly Ringwald \nFREE POPCORN!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-breakfast-club/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classics,Film
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SUMMARY:The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist
DESCRIPTION:From the Academy Award®-winning filmmakers behind Everything Everywhere All at Once and Navalny comes a timely\, thought-provoking look at the rapidly changing world of artificial intelligence. \nAs AI transforms the way we work\, communicate\, create\, and understand the world\, one father-to-be sets out to answer a big question: What exactly is happening with all this AI insanity? \nThe AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist follows his personal journey into one of the most powerful technologies humanity has ever created. Along the way\, he speaks with leading thinkers\, innovators\, and experts. He explores the incredible possibilities AI could unlock. At the same time\, he confronts the risks that come with moving too fast. \nCan AI help solve some of humanity’s greatest challenges? Or are we building something we may struggle to control? And what kind of future are we creating for the next generation? \nHand-made\, curious\, and eye-opening\, The AI Doc makes a complicated topic feel personal and accessible. It cuts through the hype and fear to explore what AI can really do\, where it may be headed\, and why the choices we make now matter. \nThoughtful\, funny\, and deeply human\, the film invites audiences to look beyond simple optimism or doom. Instead\, it asks us to consider what’s at stake if we get AI right—and what could happen if we get it wrong. \nFor resources and ways to join the apocaloptimist community\, please visit theaidocgetinvolved.com. \n\nDIRECTED BY Daniel Roher and Charlie Tyrell\nPRODUCED BY Daniel Kwan and Jonathan Wang\, Shane Boris\, Diane Becker\, Ted Tremper\n\nWe are especially grateful to the Sheffield Foundation for sponsoring this screening.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-ai-doc-or-how-i-became-an-apocaloptimist/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Film
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SUMMARY:MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL 2026
DESCRIPTION:Manhattan Short Film Festival\nThe always-popular compilation of global short films returns to the John & Nancy Hughes Theater at Gorton—come watch and vote for your favorite! Film lovers unite during the same week across six continents to view and judge the work of the next generation of international filmmakers. \nThe ten Finalists will screen simultaneously across the world during a one-week period\, with the Best Film and Best Actor awards determined by ballots cast by the audiences in each participating venue. By virtue of their selection by MANHATTAN SHORT\, each short film is automatically Oscar-qualified. \n“These ten short films bring a much-needed positive energy to the world!” says Nicholas Mason\, founding director of Manhattan Short Film Festival. The program runs 2.5 hours with an 9 minute intermission. \nManhattan Short 2026 Finalists\n\n“Small Talk” (USA)\n“Mary is Missing” (Ireland)\n“Candy Bar” (Australia)\n“Vultures” (South Africa)\n“Life Goes On” (United Kingdom)\n“Hai Davai” (Moldova)\n“Pickup” (Russia)\n“Norheimsund” (Cuba)\n“When the Sea Was Calm” (Georgia)\n“Never Give Up!” (Hungary\, Mexico)\n\nFor details about the short films\, visit the Manhattan Short website.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/manhattan-short-film-festival-2026-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,Independent
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SUMMARY:Newcomers of Lake Forest & Lake Bluff Present: No Country for Mothers
DESCRIPTION:No Country for Mothers\nNo Country for Mothers explores the culture surrounding American motherhood and why both the ‘girl boss” and “trad wife” labels ultimately distract us from the real issue: the lack of support for American families. \nFollowing activist Reshma Saujani\, the film charts a growing national movement to reunite moms across divisions and win the kind of historic support families actually need. \nThe evening includes time to mingle beforehand with snacks and beverages\, the film itself\, and a conversation afterward for questions and reflection. \nSponsored by Golan Christie Taglia and BARTESIAN \nMoms First\nMoms First is a movement fighting for paid leave and affordable\, accessible child care. We educate\, innovate\, and advocate for the social and political policies that moms need and deserve. Our vision is a country that values motherhood and works in support of moms and families. \nNewcomers’ Club of Lake Bluff and Lake Forest\nThe Newcomers’ Club of Lake Bluff and Lake Forest is an all-volunteer social organization founded in the 1950’s to promote friendship among new residents and to help them become active members of the community. Today’s Newcomers’ Club has over 225 members and a wide variety of ongoing activities – something for everyone! \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/newcomers-of-lake-forest-lake-bluff-present-no-country-for-mothers/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Age,Community,Documentary,Events,Film,Rental Events
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