What could be better than outdoor movies under the summer stars in Port Townsend’s backyard?

Fort Worden Hospitality and the Port Townsend Film Festival have teamed up to bring a series of family-oriented movies to the Fort Worden Commons Lawn, on Saturdays in July, starting July 8th. Please bring your own seating and remember that our summer nights can be cold, so bring warm layers and blankets to snuggle in. Fort Worden Hospitality will have snacks and drinks available for purchase, including adult beverages.

Saturday, July 22, 9:00pm

Billy Elliot

PG-13, 2000, 110 min.

Director: Stephen Daldry

An inspiring coming-of-age drama set in a mining town in northern England during the 1980s. The film tells the story of Billy, a young boy who discovers his passion for ballet, despite his father’s expectations for him to become a boxer. Against the backdrop of a community in turmoil due to the miners’ strike, Billy faces prejudice and adversity as he strives to follow his dreams and defy societal norms. This poignant film explores themes of self-discovery, family, and the power of pursuing one’s true calling.