'The Exorcist' Will Close Georgetown Summer Film Fest

PHOTO of “Exorcist stairs” in Georgetown by Sarah Stierch

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The iconic horror film The Exorcist will be the final film tonight in its inaugural Georgetown Sunset Cinema series.

Georgetown Sunset Cinema this summer was Georgetown’s first-ever free outdoor movie experience, and kicked off earlier this summer at Georgetown Waterfront Park. The summer’s lineup featured movies filmed in or inspired by Georgetown.

Moviegoers are encouraged to bring a picnic and blanket and enjoy the panoramic backdrop of the sunset, Potomac River and Key Bridge.

The Exorcist (1973), filmed in Georgetown, centers on a home at 3600 Prospect Street, located next to the now-infamous Exorcist steps. The 75 steps are a popular tourist attraction and a destination for fitness enthusiasts. The Exorcist will close the inaugural Georgetown Sunset Cinema series August 4.

View Georgetown Sunset Cinema food and restaurant offers from establishments including Malmaison (3401 Water St. NW), Simply Banh Mi (1624 Wisconsin Ave. NW), Sea Catch (1054 31st St. NW) and Luke’s Lobster (1211 Potomac St. NW), visit www.georgetowndc.com/sunsetcinema.

GEORGETOWN SUNSET CINEMA

WHEN: Every Tuesday, July 7 through August 4. Movies begin at sunset; arrive at 7 p.m. for best seating and giveaways.
WHAT: FREE outdoor movies series hosted by the Georgetown Business Improvement District (BID).
MOVIES:

• Aug. 4 The Exorcist (Rated R)

WHERE: Georgetown Waterfront Park at the intersection of K/Water Street and Cecil Place, NW.

HOW: Admission to Georgetown Sunset Cinema is FREE and open to the public. Blankets only (no chairs, please); picnics welcome. Seating is limited; arrive early for best seating. Georgetown Waterfront Park is a national park and prohibits the use of alcohol.

View the movie schedule at www.georgetowndc.com/sunsetcinema. Tag your Sunset Cinema experience at #GeorgetownSunsetCinema.

About Georgetown Waterfront Park

The Georgetown Waterfront Park provides a green space for visitor recreation and contemplation. Cyclists, skaters, and pedestrians have their own car-free pathways with views of individual boaters, kayakers and competitive crews as well as of Roosevelt Island and the magnificent Key Bridge. The park is managed by the National Park Service’s Rock Creek Park Unit. 2015 marks the 125th anniversary of Rock Creek Park, more information about events celebrating this anniversary can be found at www.rockcreekpark125.org/.