Movies on the Lawn: Respect

1010 Butternut Street Northwest,Washington DC 20012

17 September, 2022

Description

The Parks presents Movies on the Lawn, the second season of our film series in partnership with Blackfilm.com and the Home Rule Music and Film Preservation Foundation. The 2022 season is back with four fun films that will pique your curiosity or send you home singing. Respect: Jennifer Hudson Production Year: 2021 Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 2h 25m Production Company: Genres: Biography, Drama, Music Director: Liesl Tommy Cast: Jennifer Hudson, Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans Summary: Following the rise of Aretha Franklin's career from a child singing in her father's church's choir to her international superstardom, RESPECT is the remarkable true story of the music icon's journey to find her voice. Blankets will be available (if the ground isn’t too wet). Bring your own chairs, picnics, and popcorn, and enjoy this family friendly line-up. The event is free, and all are welcome.