Rooftop Film Screening: The Emigrants

2900 K street, NW,Washington DC 20007

27 April, 2023

Description

Join us on our rooftop for a screening of the film The Emigrants, directed by Jan Troell. On the night of April 27 we will open up the doors to our rooftop, sit down together as the sun sets and enjoy the engaging life story of Kristina and her family as they make their way towards America. This is an outdoor screening on the rooftop of House of Sweden. Please plan on bringing a blanket or weather appropriate clothing. Chairs and popcorn will be provided. Feel free to bring your own beverages (no alcohol is allowed). 7:30 pm - Doors open 8:00pm - Film begins on the rooftop About the film: The story of Kristina Nilsson, a mother who leaves a poverty-stricken Sweden with her family in the 1850s and sets out on a long, dangerous journey, hoping to find a better life for herself and her children in America. Based on Vilhelm Moberg’s much-loved classic. Running time: 2h 30 min