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Explore the intersection of civic and cinema history as film historians and scholars present and discuss the patriotic film series "Old Glory," (1936–1940). Free; registration required for each week.These classes are free to attend:
Registration strongly encouraged but not required.: https://continue.utah.edu/osher/class/osher_466_reliving_the_american_revolution_usa250_anniversary_program
Presented by Dr. James D’Arc, retired curator of the BYU Motion Picture Archive, and Brad Westwood, retired senior public historian. Each week, a local scholar will join the panel to discuss how the context of the Great Depression shaped these films, and how accurately interpreting American Revolutionary history can help Utahns be more informed and more engaged today. Presented by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Utah.
Wed, Oct 21, 6:30–8pm · "Sons of Liberty," Warner Bros., 1939, with guest Dr. Christopher Hodson, Brigham Young University
Thu, Oct 29, 6:30–8pm · "The Declaration of Independence," Warner Bros., 1938, with guest Dr. Michelle Orihel, Southern Utah University
Wed, Nov 4, 6:30–8pm · "Bill of Rights," Warner Bros., 1939, with guest Dr. Jenny Pulsipher, Brigham Young University
Tue, Nov 10, 6:30–8pm · "Man Without a Country," Warner Bros., 1939, with guest Dr. Eric Hinderaker, University of Utah
Wed, Nov 18, 6:30–8pm · "Give Me Liberty," Warner Bros., 1936, with guest Dr. Cassandra Clark, Utah Tech University
This project is supported in part by Utah Humanities. Utah Humanities strengthens communities by cultivating connections, deepening understanding, and exploring our complex human experience.
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210 E 400 S, Salt Lake City, UT, United States, Utah 84111
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