Join Spokane Public Library for a screenin g of the inspirational film Critical Thinking\, starring John Leguizamo an d Michael Kenneth Williams. There will be an opportunity for discussion af ter the screening. \;
\nAccording to Common Sense Media:
\nIn Critical Thinking\, teacher Mr. T (John Leguizamo) oversees an un official detention hall at Miami Jackson Senior High School\, where studen ts are sent if they're deemed troublesome. Mr. T seizes the opportunity to start a chess team\, all while navigating limited resources\, a school wi th little faith in his students' abilities\, and the stressors of his stud ents' turbulent personal lives. When the team starts to succeed\, the stud ents come up with creative fundraisers to pay for travel and lodging at th eir competitions. But none of this is easy. One teen faces pressures at ho me from an emotionally abusive father who resents his son's talents. Anoth er is pulled into dealing drugs to make ends meet. All the while\, Mr. T i s the loving\, encouraging adult they crave.
\nCelebrate National Hi spanic Heritage Month by joining us for this unforgettable film! \;
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\nWe strive to make events welcom ing for people of all abilities. \;To request accommodations (i.e. hea ring assistance\, ASL requests\, or other ADA inquiries)\, call the librar y at 509-444-5340. \;
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