Catch a sports-themed film every Thursday afternoon in July and August. Popcorn will be provided.

History was made in 1947, when Jackie Robinson broke the professional baseball race barrier to become the first African American MLB player of the modern era. 42 tells the life story of Robinson and his history-making signing with the Brooklyn Dodgers under the guidance of team executive Branch Rickey.

Rated PG-13, 128 minutes. Written and directed by Brian Helgeland. Starring Chadwick Boseman, Harrison Ford, Nicole Beharie, Christopher Meloni, Ryan Merriman, Lucas Black, Hamish Linklater, and Andre Holland.

Upcoming films in this series:

• Aug. 11: "McFarland, USA" [2015] Rated PG, 129 minutes
• Aug. 18: "Gracie" [2007] Rated PG-13, 92 minutes
• Aug. 25: "Miracle" [2004] Rated PG, 136 minutes

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