13th: A Film Screening
13th is a documentary that takes an in-depth look at America's prison system and how it reflects the nation's history of racial inequality. Directed by Ava DuVernay, 13th was titled after the 13th Amendment to the U.S Constitution, which freed the slaves and prohibited slavery unless as a punishment for crime.
Join us for a screening of this award-winning documentary. There will be a discussion after the film.
Watch the trailer here: http://www.avaduvernay.com/13th/
- Date:
- Thursday, July 26, 2018
- Time:
- 5:30pm - 7:45pm
- Location:
- Meeting Room (Morgan Memorial)
- Site:
- Morgan Memorial Library
- Categories:
- Adult
SPL events are free to attend and open to people of all abilities. If you or someone in your party will require accommodations in order to participate, please call 757-514-7323 and ask to speak with a manager. You do not need to be a library member in order to attend.