Edward, a novelist saddled with caring for his elderly mother, finally finds himself on the brink of literary success. With pressure to go on a US book tour mounting, the last thing Edward needs is his friends jetting off to Spain for an impromptu Pride holiday, leaving their mothers on his doorstep! Over a chaotic weekend, he has to juggle his burgeoning career with the care of four eccentric, combative, and wildly different ladies.

In the French village of Paimpont, the town council unanimously votes to welcome Ukrainian refugees. However, they are surprised when a sophisticated Syrian family arrives instead, challenging the locals’ preconceived notions of who the “barbarians” truly are.

A fearless teacher secretly gathers seven of her female students to read forbidden Western classics in Tehran.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Ron Howard’s Academy Award-winning APOLLO 13. The film recounts the true story of astronauts Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks), Jack Swigert (Kevin Bacon) and Fred Haise (Bill Paxton), who embarked on the eponymous space odyssey that became one of the tensest rescue missions in NASA history.

Please join us as we celebrate the landmark film and pay tribute to Jim Lovell Jr.’s legacy. Senator and recent NASA Administrator Bill Nelson will join us for a post-screening panel as we explore the film’s cultural impact, the real-life heroism of the Apollo mission, and a look ahead to the future of space exploration with Artemis II’s planned return to the Moon in 2026.

As part of Arts in the Park at Reston Town Center, and in partnership with the Reston Town Center Association, we’re thrilled to present a free, family-friendly outdoor screening of SHREK—just in time to celebrate the film’s 25th anniversary this spring! Grab your blankets, bring your little ogres, and join us for a fairy tale evening full of laughs and adventure. It’s going to be ogre-the-top fun!

Following his wife’s recent passing, single father Lucky finds himself navigating the challenges of raising his son Mason, who has Down syndrome. Mason is an 11-year-old exuberant boy who enjoys drawing and watching baseball with his dad. Seeking solace, Lucky and Mason embark on a journey across Metro Atlanta to attend their first baseball game together. Throughout their day-long trip, they encounter Murphy’s Law. From car breakdowns to missed trains, the duo faces a series of obstacles that test their relationship with each other. Despite the setbacks, they persevere, determined to reach the game. Together, Lucky and Mason learn that healing does not await them at the mountaintop, but can be found with every step along the path. “Color Book” provides an intimate portrait of a father and son while exploring the experiences of raising a child with Down syndrome, highlighting the strength and resilience that emerge from their bond.

As part of Arts in the Park at Reston Town Center, in partnership with the Reston Town Center Association and Disney, we will host a free outdoor, family-friendly screening of 2019’s photorealistic version of The Lion King. This year marks the 30th Anniversary of the original animated version! Join us for an exciting evening as we celebrate the anniversary and revisit the film before Mufasa: The Lion King roars into theaters this holiday season!

The Lion King:

After the murder of his father, a young lion prince flees his kingdom only to learn the true meaning of responsibility and bravery.

Join us in celebrating FOOTLOOSE’s 40th Anniversary!

Before the screening, we have partnered with Kevin Bacon’s charity SixDegrees.org for a kit-building event! Stop by LOOK Dine-In Cinemas in Reston Town Center before the screening for a day of building kits of comfort items and necessities for children in the Virginia foster care system. We will be building from 1 to 3 PM and you can sign up to volunteer here, and children are also welcome!

Footloose

When teenager Ren and his family move from big-city Chicago to a small town in the West, he’s in for a real case of culture shock after discovering he’s living in a place where music and dancing are illegal.

Join RTCA and the Washington West Film Festival to kick off this “spooky season” with a showing of the Tim Burton classic, The Nightmare Before Christmas, which will coincide with Disney’s release of a new 4k blu-ray of the blockbuster. Special guests and other fun aspects are rumored. Bring your blanket and popcorn and be ready to join in the fun of our second annual film in the park.

*this is a non-ticketed event