Family Flicks Film Series: Akeelah and the Bee
HAMMER | 11 a.m., Hammer Museum
Recommended for ages 8+*
Eleven-year-old Akeelah Anderson participates in her school spelling bee to avoid detention—and much to her surprise, she wins! Despite her mother’s objections and the challenges of her home and school life, the determined Akeelah, with help from her friends and her mentor Dr. Larabee, spells her way to the Scripps National Spelling Bee. What Akeelah discovers on her journey is that while winning feels good, having faith in yourself feels even better. (2006, dir. Doug Atchison, 112 min.)
This program is part of the Hammer's Bureau of Feminism initiative.
*All ages are welcome. Feel free to take a break with infants and toddlers in the theater lobby.
Event Date: Sunday, May 14, 11 a.m.
Venue: Hammer Museum, Billy Wilder Theater
Price: Free
The Hammer is located at the corner of Westwood and Wilshire boulevards in Westwood Village, three blocks east of the 405 freeway’s Wilshire exit.
Parking is available under the museum.