Iconic Cornell - Movie Magic at Cornell Cinema (Family Members Welcome)

Join Mews Hall faculty-in-residence Claire Menard for a special behind-the-scenes tour of Cornell Cinema, your on-campus movie theatre! Learn more about Cornell Cinema and its rich history, tour the projection booth, and enjoy a selection of vintage movie trailers from our 35mm collection.

Parents and family members are especially welcome to attend as part of Family Weekend. Whether you're sharing a love of movies across generations or reminiscing about the magic of seeing films on the big screen, this event offers a unique opportunity to experience one of Cornell's beloved cultural traditions together.

For those who would like to extend the experience and meet new friends, there is also an optional dinner and movie outing. After the tour, the group will enjoy dinner together at Okenshields, then return to Cornell Cinema to watch the 2026 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour at 6:00 pm.

Space is limited, so registration is required for the tour of Cornell Cinema. If your parent(s)/family are attending, please reserve a ticket for each person in Campus Groups. You do not need to register for dinner or the Sundance Short Film viewing. All events are complimentary.

About Cornell Cinema
Established in 1970, Cornell Cinema is a beloved, on-campus film exhibition program at Cornell University. We showcase a dynamic mix of contemporary and classic films in the historic Willard Straight Theater throughout the academic year. Website: www.cinema.cornell.edu

This event is part of the Iconic Cornell series, hosted by Faculty Living-Learning Programs.

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Co-hosted with: Balch Hall, Ujamaa Residential College, Latino Living Center, Mary Donlon Hall, Court-Kay-Bauer Hall, Townhouse Community, The High Rises: Jameson Hall and High Rise 5, Mews and Loving House: the LGBTQ+ Living Learning Unit, Clara Dickson Hall, Risley Residential College, Low Rises 6 & 7, Ecology House - Hurlburt Residential College for Environmental Education and Awareness, Akwe:kon, Just About Music Program House, Holland International Living Center, The Multicultural Living Learning Unit (McLLU), South Campus, Cornell Cinema, Toni Morrison Hall, Ganędagǫ: Hall, North Campus Faculty Living-Learning Programs (OWNER), Ruth Bader Ginsburg Hall, Barbara McClintock Hall, Hu Shih Hall