When: July 15th at 8:30 PM Where: Riis Park, 6100 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago Cost: Free and open to the public
Join the International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago, in partnership with the Chicago Park District, for an evening of outdoor cinema under the summer sky. Bring a blanket, grab some friends, and settle in for a night of storytelling in one of Chicago’s beloved neighborhood parks.
About the Film
De Tal Palo (Puerto Rico), directed by Iván Dariel Ortiz, tells the story of Manuel, who takes on temporary custody of his estranged nine-year-old granddaughter, Irene, after her mother is brutally attacked by her husband. Complicating matters, Manuel has recently been diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s. Through art and photography, he finds a way to open up and build a loving, independent bond with Irene — even as social service workers begin to question whether he’s the right person to care for her. It’s a tender, deeply human story about memory, connection, and family.
The film is presented in Spanish with English subtitles.
Getting There
CTA Bus: The #74 Fullerton bus runs directly along Fullerton Ave. and stops right at the park. CTA Blue Line: Take it to the Belmont or Logan Square stop, then connect via the #74 Fullerton bus westbound to the park. Metra: The Milwaukee District North Line’s Grayland station is roughly a 15–20 minute walk south of the park.
Come early to grab a good spot on the lawn — the screening begins at dusk!
