A screening of the documentary, "Lillian Smith: Breaking the Silence."
“Lillian Smith: Breaking the Silence” is a 50-minute documentary about the life and work of controversial Georgia writer and activist Lillian Smith (1887-1966). Created by Hal and Henry Jacobs, the film explores the life of Smith who was a southern leader in denouncing segregation and white supremacists for several decades—paying a heavy price for it. Smith left a lasting legacy in the literary and Civil Rights communities, a legacy that is still relevant, today. At this screening, attendees will view the final version of the documentary; revised after feedback received from the preview screenings held at Decatur Library in May, 2019. Free tickets are available by clicking here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/decatur-book-festival-screening-lillian-smithbreaking-the-silence-tickets-65277226943. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Author Talks |
TAGS: | georgia center for the book's festival of writers | ajc-decatur book festival |
Funding for some events at this branch provided in part by the Friends of the Decatur Library.
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