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The Crisis Screening

Released in 1916, The Crisis (about 60 minutes) will be shown at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 17. The Crisis is a silent film based on a novel by Winston Churchill that tells the story of the American Civil War and its struggle to end slavery. Jeff Giambrone, historic research specialist, will speak briefly about the screening, and a live ensemble will perform a new, original score for the film. Other guests included in the program are Matt Wymer, executive director of the Oxford Film Festival, and Dev Shapiro, the owner of the Selig/Polyscope studio and films. The program will close out with remarks from Shapiro. No tickets will be needed to attend the event. For more information, call 601-576-6850, or email info@mdah.ms.gov.