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Film Screening: "Dear Ambassador"

IRIS' 2018 International Film Series

Event Details

Date
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Time
4:30-7 p.m.
Location
Lubar Commons, Law Building
Description
“Dear Ambassador” is the extraordinary story of Luiz Martins de Souza Dantas, who served as Brazilian Ambassador to Paris during WWII. A largely unsung hero, he defied his own government’s orders by granting hundreds of unauthorized visas to Jews and others facing imminent capture and death.

Featuring an intro and Q&A with the film’s director, Luiz Fernando Goulart.

Please join us for a reception with complimentary appetizers and drinks before the film screening @ 4:30/screening @ 5pm.
Cost
Free

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