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Summer Movie Reminder: “The Wild Robot” Roams into Southpoint Park This Week

Hello again, friends!This Thursday, July 25, Roosevelt Island’s Summer Movie Series brings a brand-new animated adventure to Southpoint Park: The Wild Robot. If you love stories about friendship, nature, and finding your place in the world, this one’s for you....

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Hello again, friends!
This Thursday, July 25, Roosevelt Island’s Summer Movie Series brings a brand-new animated adventure to Southpoint Park: The Wild Robot. If you love stories about friendship, nature, and finding your place in the world, this one’s for you.

So grab your crew, family, neighbors, even your favorite plush friend and join us for another unforgettable night beneath the stars.

Movie Night Details:

  • Movie: The Wild Robot (Rated PG)
  • Date: Thursday, July 25
  • Time: Event begins at 7:00 PM; movie starts at sunset
  • Where: Southpoint Park
  • Admission: Free and open to all!

Before the Movie:

  • Live music sets the mood as the sun goes down
  • Food vendors offer tasty bites and sweet treats
  • A community slideshow celebrates the faces and stories of Roosevelt Island

Adapted from the best-selling book by Peter Brown, The Wild Robot follows the journey of a curious robot named Roz who wakes up alone on a remote island. It’s a beautifully animated tale of survival, self-discovery, and the connections that make us feel human.

What to Bring:

  • Blankets, chairs, bug spray, and all your cozy movie-night essentials
  • Arrive early, this one’s sure to draw families from all over the Island
  • Rain in the forecast? No worries. The backup date is August 8

Let’s keep the summer spirit strong, neighbors. The Wild Robot is a story about community and care, and there’s no better place to share it than right here—together at Southpoint Park.

For updates, visit rioc.ny.gov or follow RIOC on social media.

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