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SUMMARY:EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
DESCRIPTION:Elvis sings and tells his story like never before in a new documentary cinematic experience from visionary filmmaker Baz Luhrmann. \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:Get ready to laugh\, tap your toes\, and sing along with “SING”\, the feel-good animated musical comedy that celebrates finding your voice and believing in yourself. \nBuster Moon\, a charming and determined koala\, is the owner of a once-grand theater that has fallen on hard times. Hoping to save the theater he loves\, Buster comes up with a bold idea: stage the greatest singing competition the town has ever seen.\nSoon\, a wonderfully unlikely group of contestants takes the spotlight—including a shy teenage elephant with a powerful voice\, an overworked mother of 25 piglets\, a young gorilla dreaming of a life beyond his family’s troubles\, a punk-rock porcupine ready to find her own sound\, and a smooth-talking mouse with plenty of confidence. As they prepare for the big show\, each discovers that stepping into the spotlight may be about much more than winning. \nFeaturing a fantastic soundtrack filled with familiar hits\, colorful animation\, memorable characters\, and plenty of heart\, SING is an uplifting celebration of music\, friendship\, courage\, and the joy of being yourself. \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! \nFive high school students meet in Saturday detention and discover how they have a great deal more in common than they thought. \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; a father-to-be tries to figure out what is happening with all this AI insanity. The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist is a hand-made\, eye-opening documentary about the most powerful technology humanity has ever created… and what’s at stake 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:The 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 8 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/
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:MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL 2026
DESCRIPTION:The 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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SUMMARY:The (M) Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause
DESCRIPTION:Shredding the Silence on Menopause\nA silent epidemic affects millions of American women\, resulting in billions in lost wages\, upended careers\, family disruptions\, and emotional chaos. “The (M) Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause” confronts the neglected menopause crisis\, challenging societal and medical shortcomings\, and advocating for a revolutionary approach to women’s health in America where she’s prepared for midlife.\n\nDon’t miss this special screening of The (M) Factor followed by an engaging panel discussion featuring three experts in the areas of gynecology\, sexual wellness and menopause care.\n\nFilm Run Time: 56:46 minutes\n\n\nMeet the Panel:\n \nHeidi Stevens is the Director of External Affairs at the University of Chicago’s TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health\, a research institute that works to optimize brain development for all children. Prior to joining University of Chicago\, Heidi worked at the Chicago Tribune for 23 years as a writer and editor. She maintains a weekly nationally syndicated column and serves as a Fellowship Coach with The OpEd Project\, which works to elevate underrepresented expert voices. She also serves on the Board of Directors for FAN\, a North Shore speaker series. \n  \nDr. Mary Faith Terkildsen is a board-certified OB/GYN and AASECT-certified sex counselor at Beyond Gyne Health in Gurnee\, Illinois. She is passionate about helping women feel their best at every stage of life\, with a special focus on sexual wellness and menopause care. \nShe earned both her undergraduate degree in psychology and neuroscience and her medical degree from Tulane University\, then completed her OB/GYN residency at Northwestern University’s Prentice Women’s Hospital\, where she served as administrative chief resident. \nDr. Terkildsen is active in national organizations dedicated to women’s sexual health and serves as a Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH)\, where she contributes to the Fellowship Committee. \n\nMaureen Tart\, MD\, FACOG\, MSCP\, is a board-certified OB/GYN. Before joining the practice in 2011\, Dr. Tart practiced in Chicago for over a decade. She served as Co-Medical Director of her group and held the role of Vice Chair of the OB/GYN department for several years. \nOriginally from Connecticut\, Dr. Tart moved to Chicago for her residency training and has since built a career dedicated to women’s health. She earned both her undergraduate degree in psychology and her medical degree from Georgetown University before completing her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Chicago Hospitals. During her residency\, she served as the academic chief resident and trained alongside Dr. Heather B. Heiberger\, MD\, FACOG\, and Dr. Elizabeth Oh\, MD\, FACOG. \nDr. Tart has a special interest in adolescent health\, weight management\, infertility care\, and menopause management. As a MSCP – Menopause Society Certified Practitioner\, she is dedicated to guiding patients through every stage of life with personalized\, compassionate care. She views her role as an OB/GYN as a partnership—helping patients navigate their health from adolescence through menopause while building lasting relationships with them and their families \n \nHeather B. Heiberger\, MD\, FACOG\, MSCP\, is a board-certified OB/GYN. She grew up on Chicago’s North Shore and has always had a strong interest in women’s health. \nShe attended Evanston Township High School before earning her Bachelor of Arts in Values\, Technology\, Science\, and Society (VTSS) with a minor in Human Biology at Stanford University. After college\, she returned to the Midwest to be closer to family and attended the University of Illinois College of Medicine. She then completed her OB/GYN residency at The University of Chicago Hospitals\, where she served as academic chief resident. Dr. Heiberger is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. \nShe provides care in all areas of obstetrics and gynecology\, with special interests in adolescent gynecology\, abnormal pap smears\, menstrual regulation\, fertility evaluation\, endometrial ablations\, and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Heiberger is a MSCP – Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. She values a team-based approach to patient care\, focusing on education\, preventative care\, and the best medical or surgical options for each patient’s needs.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-m-factor-shredding-the-silence-on-menopause/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Events,Film
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