Tough Choices Film Series: Do The Right Thing

121 N. Union Avenue,Havre de Grace MD 21078

13 October, 2021

Description

A Brooklyn neighborhood's simmering racial tension between its African American and Italian American residents, culminates in tragedy Join your friends and neighbors in watching and discussing three challenging films that explore the ambiguities of moral decisions without providing pat Hollywood Answers. (Conversations facilitated by Jack Hirschfeld.) Do the Right Thing is a 1989 American comedy-drama film produced, written, and directed by Spike Lee. It stars Lee, Danny Aiello, Ossie Davis, Ruby Dee, Richard Edson, Giancarlo Esposito, Bill Nunn, John Turturro, and Samuel L. Jackson, and is the feature film debut of Martin Lawrence and Rosie Perez. The story explores a Brooklyn neighborhood's simmering racial tension between its African American and Italian American residents, which culminates in tragedy and violence on a hot summer day. The film was a critical and commercial success and received numerous accolades, including Academy Award nominations for Best Original Screenplay and Best Supporting Actor for Aiello's portrayal of Sal the pizzeria owner. It is often listed among the greatest films of all time. — When the differences heat up and the prejudices emerge, is there any way to avert violence? The original Opera House has been a cultural and community centerpiece in Havre de Grace since 1871. From the early days of touring opera companies, the Opera House filled a need for entertainment, children’s activities and social engagements.  This tradition continues in the 21st century with an investment from the people for the people.  The newly renovated Cultural Center at the Opera House serves as a state-of-the-art venue for everyone in the region for children’s theater, touring companies, local performances, music, film and other arts.  This new ADA compliant facility represents the community’s commitment to the arts, to the vitalization of the Arts & Entertainment District, and to the preservation of its history. The Cultural Center at the Opera House is made possible through the generosity and support of the community and the City of Havre de Grace.