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Unwrap Theatre Short Film Premiere
2023-11-08 19:00:00 2023-11-08 20:30:00 America/New_York Unwrap Theatre Short Film Premiere IN PERSON, REGISTERED Main Library - James J. Brown Auditorium

Wednesday, November 08
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-11-08 19:00:00 2023-11-08 20:30:00 America/New_York Unwrap Theatre Short Film Premiere IN PERSON, REGISTERED Main Library - James J. Brown Auditorium

Main Library

James J. Brown Auditorium

IN PERSON, REGISTERED

A live event premiering a new short film, Weightless by Grace Rockett. Experience this beautiful short film about a young woman struggling with her relationship to food (and a horrific UTI) that must overcome her anxiety during a first date.

Also featuring the live premiere of Blue Light Glasses by Aveleigh Keller.

In addition to the films, this event will feature up and coming musician, Liam McGibbon, a panel discussion on female filmmaking led by Aveleigh Keller, and a panel on fatphobia, disordered eating, and storytelling led by Grace Rockett - providing a unique opportunity to engage with the directors of these films, gaining insights into the creative process, the film's themes, and the inspiration behind these thought-provoking pieces.

Presented in partnership with Unwrap Theatre.

Programmer: Cathleen

Weightless Film

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults 19+ |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Events |

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