Artists Profiles|Radio Facts Legacy

McDonald’s Hosts Exclusive RACE Screenings

><figcaption>MPAA-rated “PG-13,” <strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>RACE</strong> stars actor Stephan James as Jesse Owens, and will be released nationwide by <strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>Focus Features</strong> on February 19. (PRNewsFoto/McDonald’s USA, LLC)</figcaption></figure>
<p><strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>Beginning February</strong> 16, McDonald’s will bring exclusive preview screenings of Focus Features’ RACE, the long-awaited movie about gold medal champion Jesse Owens, to five theaters across the country. In conjunction with local McDonald’s franchisees and community partners, the movie will receive exclusive screenings in Dallas, Detroit, Los Angeles, New York and Miami where audiences can experience the excitement of an American icon.</p>
<p>Based on the true story of Owens, the legendary athlete who goes on a quest to become the greatest track and field competitor in history and thrusts him onto the world stage of the 1936 Olympics, <strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>RACE</strong> is film about courage, determination, tolerance and friendship, and an inspiring drama about one man’s fight to become an Olympic legend. MPAA-rated “PG-13,” <strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>RACE</strong> stars actor Stephan James as Jesse Owens, and will be released nationwide by <strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>Focus Features</strong> on February 19.</p>
<p>“<strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>RACE</strong> is an amazing portrayal of the courage, tenacity and achievement that exist in African American communities throughout this country,” said William Rhodes, marketing director, McDonald’s USA. ”We are proud to provide viewing opportunities of this inspiring film.”</p>
<p>In addition to the screening, McDonald’s is giving more than 70,000 loyal customers a special edition <strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>RACE</strong> 12-month “I Am Jesse Owens” mural calendar. <strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>Focus Features</strong> selected community organizations and youth educational programs in 12 markets to create a mural honoring the legacy of <strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>Jesse Owens</strong>. Appropriately titled, the mural efforts provided an opportunity for the youth to learn about the legendary Olympic gold medalist. Calendars will be available in participating restaurants, where the film is being screened in addition to Chicago and Houston, beginning the week of February 15.</p>
<p>“We are excited that McDonald’s has made a collage calendar of all the wonderful <strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>RACE</strong> murals that were created in celebration of our dad’s legacy,” said two of Jesse Owens’ daughters, Marlene Owens Rankin and Gloria Owens Hemphill.</p>
<p>McDonald’s is proud to partner with <strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>Focus Features</strong> and its movie <strong class='StrictlyAutoTagBold'>RACE</strong> in its 365Black initiative. McDonald’s 365Black platform was created to celebrate the pride, heritage and achievements of African-Americans year round. Be sure to follow @365Black on Twitter and follow the conversation using #LikeJesse.</p>
<div class=

BMI’s Russell Dickerson Hosts Sixth No. One Party for Platinum Single “Happen to Me”

About McDonald’s

Leave a Comment Cancel Reply

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Accept Read More