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Nearly every Philadelphian can tell you that Princess Grace Kelly and Fresh Prince Will Smith were born here. But few know the local inventors, artists and entrepreneurs who helped create the movie industry that launched these homegrown royals.
Philadelphia gave birth to the projector, celluloid film and the movie studio. Its rowhouses are central characters in Rocky, Witness and The Sixth Sense. The region is home to icons as diverse as W.C. Fields, Bill Cosby and Bruce Willis.
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Screenings Under The Stars – Summer Movie Series at Penn’s Landing
A free movie series at Penn’s Landing in July and August
Every Thursday night in July and August, a different film will be screened outdoors on a big screen at Penn’s Landing. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and enjoy a great summer treat!
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Philadelphia CineFest
Philadelphia’s celebration of global filmmaking
An 11-day festival showcasing more than 200 of the best works in independent and foreign cinema in theaters throughout Philadelphia.
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International House
Worldly perspective in West Philly
Primarily a residential center for UPenn international student body, the “I-House” is also home to fascinating artistic and cultural programming, including film screenings, musical performances and speaker series.
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Rave Cinemas
Popcorn movie central
The beauty of this mainstream movie theater is that the points loss due to lack of edgy, obscure art-house fare is nullified by the fact that you can purchase alcoholic beverages inside and bring them to your seat.
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Philadelphia Live Arts Festival and Philly Fringe
Celebration of thought-provoking productions
For fans of new and experimental theater, the Philadelphia Live Arts Festival and Philly Fringe is the event to catch each September.
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Screenings Under The Stars – Summer Movie Series at Penn’s Landing
A free movie series at Penn’s Landing in July and August
Every Thursday night in July and August, a different film will be screened outdoors on a big screen at Penn’s Landing. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and enjoy a great summer treat!
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Philadelphia CineFest
Philadelphia’s celebration of global filmmaking
An 11-day festival showcasing more than 200 of the best works in independent and foreign cinema in theaters throughout Philadelphia.
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Penn’s Landing
A hub of family-friendly activity throughout the year
The Delaware River Waterfront, just a short walk from Old City and Historic Philadelphia, hosts family-friendly attractions and events all year long.
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QFest
Cinematic reflections of the gay and lesbian experience
QFest is the nation’s third-largest event of its kind, attracting international cineastes for two weeks of film and flat-out partying throughout mid-July.
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Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival
Philly honors Asian American films and filmmakers: October 9-11
The second annual Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival (PAAFF) will celebrate Asian American filims and filmmakers from October 9-11, 2009.
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