ORONO — Join UMaine Judaic Studies for a free screening of the documentary film “A Tree of Life: The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting,” followed by a live panel discussion with subjects from the documentary, Audrey Glickman, Diane Rosenthal, and Andrea Wedner at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 4 in Donald P. Corbet Hall, Room 100.
“A Tree of Life: The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting” is a deeply personal portrait of the survivors, victims and family members, who share their harrowing first-hand accounts of the impact of the shooting on the community. The film is rooted in a community in the aftermath of a violent attack, as they work to rebuild and heal. Despite core differences, they come together to determine what justice looks like and how to best move forward while honoring and learning from the past. The film sheds light on the collective trauma suffered by a tight-knit group and brings into sharp focus the hate-based rhetoric that surrounds many of the mass shootings today, threatening the fabric of our society.
Admission is free, and there is no need to RSVP.