St. Johns Reads Animal Movie Fest

As part of our slate of St. Johns Reads events all related to the book An immense world : how animals sense Earth's amazing secrets, by Ed Yong, today we are showing three animal-focused films.  Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Southeast Branch Library.

Winged Migration     10:30am

This documentary was shot over the course of three years on all seven continents, and follows the migratory patterns of all sorts birds.  Some shots were filmed by cameras actually attached to the birds. Rated G. 

Kedi     12:30pm 

This film follows the lives of 7 cats in the ancient city of Istanbul.  The film tells the story of how the residents relate to and care for these mysterious creatures who are truly part of local society.  Not rated. 

Because of Winn Dixie     2:30pm

Based upon the book by Florida author Kate DiCamillo, this film tells the story of a mischievous dog befriends a lonely young girl in a new town and helps her make new friends.  Rated PG.