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Event Listing
2008 Human Rights Film Series - At the Death House Door
Human Rights at Home: A Look At Human Rights In The U.S.
October 30, 5:30 PM
5:30 - 8 pm, Wechsler Theater, AU campus, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW
At the Death House Door
Directed by Peter Gilbert & Steven James (2008, 98 min.)
A look at the death penalty in the state of Texas through the eyes of Pastor Carroll Pickett, who served 15 years as the death house chaplain to the infamous “Walls” prison unit in Huntsville. Special visit with filmmakers Peter Gilbert & Steve James on Oct. 30.
For a full synopsis, please visit the film’s website.
Our 9th Annual Human Rights Film Series showcases films that show how film and video can make a difference for human rights. Discussions with expert speakers and award-winning filmmakers follow all screenings.
Sponsored by the Washington College of Law’s Center for Human Rights and Humanitarian Law and the School of Communication’s Center for Social Media, in collaboration with the Center for Global Peace, the International Peace and Conflict Resolution Program, and the Office of the University Chaplain, all of American University.