Join us for a feature film screening taking place at America House Kyiv and participate in a discussion about the role as the caretaker of a family impacts on his/her life and relationships with the film What’s Eating Gilbert Grape? (1993) from director Lasse Hallström.

Explore the language of cinema, watch movies in their original language, and practice your English-speaking skills through friendly moderated discussions at American Film Nights with America House Kyiv. Join us Tuesdays at 18:30 at America House Kyiv. Participation is by pre-registration only. Learn more about our upcoming films and how to attend here.

Our next event will take place on April 2nd, at 18:30 at America House Kyiv (Mykoly Pymonenka Street 6.) 

“Eating Gilbert Grape?" (1993)

Life isn’t easy for Gilbert Grape: when his father dies, he has to put his dreams on hold to take care of his overweight mother, two sisters and an autistic brother in a small, Midwestern town. But when a mysterious girl moves to town with her grandparents, Gilbert’s life begins to change.

• Genre: Drama

• Runtime: 1h 58m

All America House Kyiv events and activities are free. Please register yourself and anyone else planning to come with you by 10:00 AM on April 1st so we can save you a seat.

Spots are limited, but if you can’t make it this time, we’ll be happy to see you at our other events.

Please familiarize yourself with the rules of admission before your visit. Remember to bring your passport or driver’s license to enter America House Kyiv. 

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