Come to Calvert Library Prince Frederick t his June to enjoy 3 in-library screenings on 1 incredible day! First up is "Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist\," a 1979 documentary short that expl ores the life of Paul Robeson\, and how his public image changed as he bec ame increasingly involved in the Civil Rights Movement\, perfect for Afric an American Music Appreciation Month. Then for Men's Mental Health Month\, the second screening will be the feature "Taste of Cherry\," a 1997 film by legendary Iranian director Abbas Kiarostami. Taking place within the sp an of one day\, we follow a man consumed by depression and alienation\, co nfronted with the inexplicable beauty of the everyday when talking to thre e different people living in Tehran. Finally to finish off the day\, we'll be watching "The Watermelon Woman" from 1996. A piece that finds itself p ushing the boundaries of the American New Queer Cinema movement of the 90' s\, "The Watermelon Woman" confronts the many injustices marginalized peop le face\, and the hierarchies of power that exist within those margins.&nb sp\; While this sounds intimidating at first\, really the film is a great comedy that invites the viewer to laugh with the many ridiculous moments a woman has to deal with as she struggles to make a documentary\; and it's our pick for celebrating PRIDE Month!
\nJoin us for 1\, 2 or all 3 f ilms\, with an optional discussion following each!
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\nFor acces sibility accommodations\, please contact us at least 2 weeks before the ev ent. 410-535-0291. \;
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