It's A Wonderful Life: The Making of a Holiday Classic
With Partner DG Township
2024-11-18 13:00:00
2024-11-18 14:00:00
America/Chicago
It's A Wonderful Life: The Making of a Holiday Classic
Have fun exploring the movie's creation including how the script evolved, how the cast was chosen, and the challenges that were overcome with historian Leslie Goddard.
Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)
Monday, November 18
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Downers Grove Public Library
Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)Have fun exploring the movie's creation including how the script evolved, how the cast was chosen, and the challenges that were overcome with historian Leslie Goddard.
Did you know Cary Grant was supposed to star in It’s a Wonderful Life? That the famous gym floor-turned-swimming-pool was real? That the movie bombed at the box office? Even if you’ve seen the classic holiday film 150 times, you’ll love this fun program that explores the story of the movie’s creation including how the script evolved, how the cast was chosen, and the technical challenges that were overcome. You'll find out what happened to the cast and enjoy rare photographs taken behind the scenes. Rediscover Frank Capra’s masterpiece like you’ve never seen it before.
You only need to register with the Township or the library.
Presented by Leslie Goddard:
Leslie holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern University specializing in U.S. history and American studies.
A former museum director, she is the author of two books on Chicago history and currently works full time as a public speaker and historical interpreter.
Contact the Adult and Teen Services Desk at ATS@dglibrary.org or call (630) 960-1200 with questions.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Registration Required | Lectures | In-Person Program |
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