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Science on the Big Screen: Hidden Figures

  • Lawrence Hall of Science 1 Centennial Dr Berkeley, CA, 94720 United States (map)

2 Screenings: 11am & 5:30pm

Science fiction has long stirred us to reflect on how far we’ve come and to imagine a future full of possibilities. From Jules Verne’s dream of an underwater ship to Star Trek’s communication devices, works of fiction have long played a role in inspiring real-life inventions and innovations.

During our 50th anniversary year, we reached out to scientists at UC Berkeley and beyond to learn what movies inspired them. Beginning on Sunday, November 11, join us for our Science Film Festival featuring four popular science films and one new documentary. Each movie will be introduced by scientists who inspired and were inspired by it.

Tickets

General Admission Tickets

11:00 a.m. Matinee Screening: $6 with museum admission
5:30 p.m. Evening Screening with Guest Speaker: $12 ($10 for Members)

General admission tickets will be available for purchase for each of the five films.

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Film Festival Passes

All Evening Screenings with Guest Speakers: $50

Take advantage of savings when you purchase a Film Festival Pass for all five movies. Plus, get a free popcorn for each screening!

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Films & Speakers

  • Hidden Figures, Sunday, November 11

  • Contact, Sunday, November 18

  • Jurassic Park, Sunday, December 2

  • Inventing Tomorrow, Sunday, December 9

  • Robot & Frank, Sunday, December 16

Earlier Event: November 11
San Francisco Mayor’s Veterans Day Parade
Later Event: November 11
Veterans Day Parade in Petaluma