This event is in the past.It took place on February 6, 2026 at Mechanics' Institute.
Comedy Film
Comedy FilmAaron Sorkin's whip-smart screenplay sparkles in this 1995 romantic comedy about a widowed President and a lobbyist falling in love during election season. Catch it with fresh popcorn and post-film discussion at this beloved 20-year-running film salon, hosted in a stunning historic library.
Classic film screening
Political rom-com
Post-film discussion
Historic venue
Tips
🍿fresh popcorn served at every screening
🎬"warm bath of nostalgia in our current political climate"
🌀come early to see the iconic spiral staircase
Movies at Mechanics' Presents: The American President (1995)
Union Square
Comedy FilmComedy FilmAaron Sorkin's whip-smart screenplay sparkles in this 1995 romantic comedy about a widowed President and a lobbyist falling in love during election season. Catch it with fresh popcorn and post-film discussion at this beloved 20-year-running film salon, hosted in a stunning historic library.
Classic film screening
Political rom-com
Post-film discussion
Historic venue
Tips
🍿fresh popcorn served at every screening
🎬"warm bath of nostalgia in our current political climate"
🌀come early to see the iconic spiral staircase
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