SOC’s Center for Environmental Filmmaking: Film Screening Double Feature – Tuesday, November 29 at 7pm in Wechsler Theater

SOC’s Center for Environmental Filmmaking: Film Screening Double FeatureTuesday, November 29 at 7:00 pmMary Graydon Center, Wechsler Theater How do our ever-increasing urbanization, population growth, and cultural traditions impact the wildlife community around us? Join us in viewing two documentaries that explore this question. “Hawks in the City,” presented by executive producer Maggie Burnette Stogner, […]

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Children of the Plains Screening and Discussion on Tuesday, November 29 at 6pm in the GLBTARC Lounge (MGC 201)

Children of the Plains Screening and Discussion Tuesday, November 29 from 6:00 to 8:00 pmGLBTARC Lounge (MGC 201) In October, ABC aired a special to highlight the experiences of Lakota Sioux children. They will screen the 20/20 special and discuss the racialized portrayal of indigenous people framed as awareness raising. Sponsor: Women’s Resource Center and […]

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The Real Georges Méliès: Friday, November 18 from 4:30pm – 5:30pm Lower Level of the Library

The Real Georges Méliès Friday, November 18, at 4:30 pm American University Library Media Classroom Lower Level Discover the films of George Méliès, whose life and work structure the story of Martin Scorsese’s HUGO. Professor Despina Kakoudaki will present an overview of early cinema, show and discuss some of Méliès most beloved films, and screen […]

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Film Screening and Q&A with Director, Patrice Leconte – Sunday, November 13 from 4 – 6pm in Wechsler Theater

French Film Director Q&A and Screening Sunday, November 13, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., Wechsler TheaterMeet celebrated French film director and screenwriter Patrice Leconte. He will present and discuss his film Ridicule, nominated for Best Foreign Film Oscar in 1996. Leconte’s films are known for visual style and weaving musical scores into the storytelling.Sponsor: School of […]

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month Film Screening: Sin by Silence – Thursday, October 27, 7pm, Kreeger G01

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Film Screening: Sin by SilenceThursday, October 27, 7:00 p.m., Kreeger G01This October American University is observing National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. College students experience dating violence at staggering rates and face unique obstacles in accessing services to escape an abusive relationship. Join us for a film viewing of the incredible documentary […]

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Science in Society Film and Discussion Thursday, Oct 27, 7-10 p.m., Wechsler Theater

Science in Society Film and DiscussionThursday, October 27, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m., Wechsler TheaterJoin SOC professor Matthew Nisbet and University of Manchester (UK) scholar David Kirby as they discuss the role of scientists as Hollywood consultants on blockbuster movies ranging from Jurassic Park to A Beautiful Mind. Following the hour-long discussion with Kirby, there will […]

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SOC’s Center for Environmental Filmmaking Presents “Growthbusters: Hooked on Growth”

Tuesday, October 25, 7:00 p.m., Mary Graydon Center, Wechsler TheaterIt’s estimated at least 1.5 Earths would be required to sustainably support the current level of human activity on the planet, yet we continue to pursue economic growth and avoid the topic of overpopulation. In this new documentary, filmmaker Dave Gardner takes on Wall Street, the […]

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Movie and Pizza Night: Music Within

Tuesday, October 25, 6:00 p.m., Kettler-Palmer Lounge (second floor, Bender)In honor of Disability Awareness Week, the movie Music Within, the story of Richard Pimenteland the creation of the Americans with Disabilities Act, will be shown. Pizza and drinks will be served. All are welcome.Sponsor: Disability Support Services/Disability Rights CoalitionContact: Sherrita Rogers, srogers@american.edu or 202-885-3363Web: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0422783/

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Human Rights Film Series Screening Thursday, October 20 at 5:30pm

Not in Our Town: Light in the Darkness Thursday, October 20, 20115:30-8:00 PM In 2008, Ecuadorian immigrant Marcelo Lucero was murdered in Patchogue, New York. Marcelo’s death was the tragic culmination of a wave of anti-immigrant violence in the community. Light in the Darkness chronicles the journey of Marcelo’s family and community members as they […]

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