A Magic-Lantern Life | Directed by Marcin Gizycki | 51 min. Documentary | USA, 2014.
The film documents the performances and history of The American Magic-Lantern Theater, a troupe that recreates the 19th century spectacles of magic lantern shows. The theater consists of two people, usually Terry Borton, founder and showman, and lead singer Nancy Stewart. The company has been performing for 20 years, is the only professional magic-lantern theater in the US, and is one of the only three existing in the world.
Abuse In Philly | Directed by Ken Gumbert | 53 min. Feature Documentary | USA, 2015. World premiere.
The sensational church sex abuse scandal in Philly landed 3 priests and a teacher in prison. This film explores the constitutional rights of these defendants questioning even the accusations themselves. You are the judge.
Sunday August 9, 2015 2:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Paff Theatre at URIURI Continuing Ed, 80 Washington Street, Providence, RI 02903
