Evening Film: Eddie the Eagle

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Crandall Public Library
Christine L. McDonald Community Room

Event Details

(USA, 2016, 105 min., color, DCP, PG-13) The film details the inspiring exploits of Michael Edwards, better known as "Eddie the Eagle," the most famous ski jumper in British history. The film's portrayal of Edwards' never-say-die approach to the sport, celebrates the human spirit and resilience in the face of extraordinary odds and challenges. Taron Egerton, who made his feature film starring debut in Kingsman: The Secret Service, portrays Eddie the Eagle, and Hugh Jackman plays a ski jumping expert from Lake Placid who helps Eddie train for the Calgary Olympics. – Criterion Pictures “A triumphant, feel-good, laugh-out-loud, sports biopic.” – Tirdad Derakhshani, Philadelphia Inquirer, 2/26/2016
Event Type(s): Film Program, Film Program
Age Group(s): Adults