Richland Library Sandhills
Film Screening & Discussion: Emanuel
Sunday, October 20, 2019 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
The Untold Story of the Victims and Survivors of the Charleston Church Shooting.
Join us for a special screening of Emanuel, a powerful documentary weaving together the history of race relations in Charleston, the significance and impact of Mother Emanuel Church, and the hope that somehow emerges in the aftermath. Followed by a discussion with shooting survivor Polly Sheppard, facilitated by Darci Strickland, WLTX-TV Anchor.
Space is limited. Doors open at 2:30 p.m.
Featuring intimate interviews with survivors and family members, Emanuel is a poignant story of justice and faith, love and hate, examining the healing power of forgiveness. It’s the story that rocked a city and a nation as it happened … and in the days that followed.
Year: June, 2019
Runtime: 80 minutes
Rating: Not rated
Genre: Documentary
Executive Producers: Stephen Curry and Viola Davis
Director: Brian Ivey
Cast: Polly Sheppard, George Howard Adams, Nadine Collier, Brien Gregorie