Middle schoolers, this day is for you! Grab your friends and come to the Walker to make art, hang out, visit the galleries, and watch a movie on the Walker Cinema’s big screen—all for free. Belle is the story of a shy high schooler who turns into a viral pop sensation within an online gaming world.
The film screening begins at 1 pm with drop-in art-making offered from noon to 4 pm. Registration is available online and limited walk-up tickets will be available on the event day. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Caregivers and family are welcome to tag along to activities or check out the galleries while they wait. Friends and family of middle schoolers receive free admission, too. Just let staff know you are here for Movie Club.
About the Film
Belle directed by Mamoru Hosoda
Shy high-schooler Suzu transforms into Belle, a viral pop sensation, when she enters the ever-expanding world of a popular virtual-reality game. This epic, emotional, and visually stunning retelling of Beauty and the Beast is filled with first crushes, anime action, and suspenseful self-discovery. Recommended for ages 11 and up. 2021, Japan, DCP, English Language, 122 min.
Content and Accessibility Notes
Content note: The film includes name calling, the death of a parent, and a scene where an adult verbally threatens children and parental child abuse is implied. Recommended for ages 11 and up.
For more information or to request additional accommodations, call 612-375-7564 or email access@walkerart.org.
For more information about accessibility at the Walker, visit our Access page.
Before Your Visit
Paid underground parking is available on-site. Enter the ramp on Vineland Place at Bryant Avenue. Biking or taking Metro Transit? Learn more.
Visiting the galleries? Enhance your experience by joining a public tour or with self-guided resources accessible for free on Bloomberg Connects.
Personal photography is permitted throughout the Walker and the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, but please turn off the flash when visiting the galleries.
To help us promote future events and programs, this event may be photographed or recorded. By attending, you consent to appear in this documentation and its future use by the museum. Please let staff know upon arrival if you prefer not to be photographed.
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