From city parks to downtown rooftops to cemeteries, Angelenos are unpacking their picnic baskets, setting up lawn chairs and breaking open the wine while enjoying their favourite films under the stars.

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The wives would pack picnic baskets and watch.

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Comedy and cabaret acts such as Twisted Cabaret and Auntie Myra's Swingin' Safari keep everyone entertained, while pop-up bars, picnic baskets by Gordon Ramsay and a rotation of popular food trucks ensure that everyone is fed and watered.

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The food, served in metal trays and plastic baskets on picnic tables, is simple and fresh, sourced from the Eastern seaboard.

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