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My Penguin Friend

Inspired by a true story; an enchanting adventure about a lost penguin rescued from an oil spill, who transforms the life of a heartbroken fisherman. They soon become unlikely friends, so bonded that even the vast ocean cannot divide them. (PG, 97 min.)

Open caption screening on 10/2 @ 4:30 pm.

Showtimes

Friday, September 27, 2024

4:00 PM

Saturday, September 28, 2024

12:00 PM 2:30 PM 5:00 PM

Sunday, September 29, 2024

4:00 PM

Monday, September 30, 2024

4:00 PM

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

4:30 PM

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

4:30 PM

Thursday, October 3, 2024

6:30 PM

Inspired by the incredible true story of DinDim the Penguin, this enchanting adventure is about a little lost penguin who – after being rescued from an oil spill – transforms the life and soul of the heartbroken fisherman. The penguin and the fisherman become unlikely friends, so bonded that even the vast ocean cannot divide them. [Roadside Attractions]

Starring: Jean Reno, Adriana Barraza
Director: David Schurmann
Genre(s): Drama, Family

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"A must-see for those who love uplifting stories about redemption, perseverance and empathy."

— Courtney Howard, Variety

"The sight of that cute penguin waddling on the beach and loving on his human friend that’ll win you over."

— Randy Myers, Randy Myers San Jose Mercury News

"My Penguin Friend is ultimately a charming story of quiet resilience and healing as much as it is about a man and a bird."

— Richard Whittaker, Austin Chronicle

"My Penguin Friend is an utterly likable and disarming film. It’s clear that this is one instance where the words 'inspired by a true story' are not just movie marketing hyperbole."

— Leonard Maltin, leonardmaltin.com

"My Penguin Friend is what you’d expect from an animal picture, except that it’s better — lifted by a smart script, sensitive direction and a truly beautiful performance by Jean Reno."

— Mick LaSalle, San Francisco Chronicle

"It’s an earnest, crowd-pleasing family film – nothing snarky or self-referential, no on-the-nose needle drops - just a sweet, beautifully made movie that earns the emotion it’ll surely draw from its viewers."

— Christy Lemire, RogerEbert.com

"Ultimately, My Penguin Friend is a great film to take your kids to. It is a story about an unshakeable friendship and traversing the roadblocks life puts in your way. It is a life-affirming balm for the soul."

— Film Threat, Benjamin Franz