Sunnylands' Films in the Gardens

Sunnylands will resume its semiannual series of outdoor movie nights, Films in the Gardens with a selection of three culinary-themed movies celebrating the 2022-2023 exhibition, A Place at the Table: Dining at Sunnylands..

All films begin at 8:00 p.m., with Sunnylands’ gates opening at 7 p.m.  Admission is free.

While reservations are not required, carpooling is strongly encouraged. No food or seating is provided. Filmgoers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and small picnics. Large coolers, alcohol, smoking, and pets are not permitted.

Films may be canceled at any time due to weather conditions, including rain, lightning, or strong winds.

Films in the Gardens is presented in partnership with the Palm Springs International Film Festival. Sunnylands Center & Gardens is located at 37977 Bob Hope Drive in Rancho Mirage.

Films and Dates

Big Night

Friday, May 5, 2023 / 8:00 pm

New Jersey, 1950s. Two brothers run an Italian restaurant. Business is not going well as a rival Italian restaurant is out-competing them. In a final effort to save the restaurant, the brothers plan an evening of incredible food. (IMDb). 
Rated: R. Run time: 1 hour 49 minutes.

The Hundred-Foot Journey

Friday, May 12, 2023 / 8:00 pm

• he Kadam family leaves India for France where they open an Indian restaurant directly across the road from Madame Mallory's (Helen Mirren) Michelin-starred eatery, sparking an intense rivalry. (IMDb).

Rated: PG. Run time: 2 hours 2 minutes.

East Side Sushi

May 19, 2023 / 8:00pm

An immigrant single mother frustrated with her employment options decides to take a chance working at a Japanese restaurant and realizes her dream to become a sushi chef to provide a better future to her family. (IMDb). 
Rated: PG. Run time: 1 hour 46 minutes.