Director's Cut

Film expert John Bosco will screen and discuss "The White Ribbon" (2009-144 min.). In a north German village prior to the outbreak of World War I, strange events, accidents and deaths are occurring. The village people are beside themselves with worry, but the local school teacher (Christian Friedel) begins to unravel the mystery. Director Michael Haneke also scripted; Christian Berger provided the widescreen, black and white cinematography. In German with English subtitles. This event is made possible by the Friends of the Library. Note the early start time!