About the Event
Paper Lanterns
Directed by Max Esposito and Barry Frechette
(US/Japan, 2016, 60 min.)
Friday, March 7
6:30 pm: opening remarks
6:45 pm: film starts
7:45 pm: panel discussion
Sponsored by the Consulate General of Japan
There will be a panel discussion featuring filmmakers and experts after the screening.
Registration is encouraged, please RSVP here: registration page.
Paper Lanterns is the story of atomic bomb survivor Shigeaki Mori and his life long calling to tell the story of Normand Brissette, Ralph Neal and the ten other American POWS killed by the bombing of Hiroshima. This year is the 80th Anniversary of the bombing and we present an examination of Mori’s attempts to bridge the gulf between the two countries and speak a peaceful future.
Free and open to the public.
Discounted parking available in Founder’s Court lot, $6 flat fee, credit card required.
