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Friday Night Films

Eleanor the Great
2026-01-23 18:30:00 2026-01-23 20:30:00 America/Chicago Friday Night Films Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C

Friday, January 23
6:30pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-23 18:30:00 2026-01-23 20:30:00 America/Chicago Friday Night Films Des Plaines Public Library - Meeting Room B/C

Des Plaines Public Library

Meeting Room B/C

A free screening of the independent film Eleanor the Great.

98 minutes, Rated PG13

June Squibb, Chiwetel Ejiofor


After the death of her oldest friend, 94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein moves from Florida to New York City for a fresh start. This heart-warming film explores themes of aging, Jewish identity, grief and friendship. 


Sponsored by Friends of the Library 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program |

TAGS: | Film |

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