"Holy Silence" Film Screening

5342 Saint Charles Avenue,New Orleans LA 70115

13 January, 2022

Description

The Cathy and Morris Bart Jewish Cultural Arts Series returns with film screenings and a talk by bestselling cookbook author Jake Cohen! Holy Silence , a documentary film from Emmy-nominated director Steven Pressman, takes a fresh look at a topic that has sparked controversy for decades. As World War II looms, Pope Pius XI calls on a humble American priest to help him challenge the evils of Nazism and anti-Semitism. But death intervenes, and Pope Pius XII now carries out a very different response to Hitler and the Holocaust. Holy Silence tells the dramatic story of the Vatican's actions – and inactions – during World War II and the Holocaust. The film focuses on the little known story of Americans – from priests to presidents – who worked behind the scenes in hopes of persuading the Holy See to be a strong moral voice against Hitler and fascism. Fr. "Buddy" Noel, Ecumenical & Interreligious Officer of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, will provide commentary at the 7:00 PM screening. Documentary | English | 72 minutes Admission is free and open to the community. A reservation, mask and proof of vaccination are required.