Benjamin Franklin Film ‘A Great Awakening’ Hits For Nation’s 250th; François Ozon Takes On ‘The Stranger’ – Specialty Preview
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Roadside Attractions is out with Sight & Sound’s latest, A Great Awakening, by Joshu Anck, on 180 screens. Timed to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence — a yearlong celebration — and hitting on Easter, the true story of an unlikely friendship between Benjamin Franklin (John Paul Sneed) and the […]
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Roadside Attractions is out with Sight & Sound’s latest, A Great Awakening , by Joshu Anck, on 180 screens. Timed to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence — a yearlong celebration — and hitting on Easter, the true story of an unlikely friendship between Benjamin Franklin (John Paul Sneed) and the Reverend George Whitefield (Jonanthan Blain) is set in the years leading up to independence. Whitefield, one of the most influential public figures of the 18th century, and printer, thinker and founding father Franklin formed a bond rooted in shared concern for the future of the colonies. A collaboration of revival sermons and printing presses helped unify disparate communities. Related Stories News 'The AI Doc' Takes On Humanity's Great Challenge, Mall Witches Romp In 'Forbidden Fruits', Films By Sylvain Chomet, Julia Ducournau In Eclectic Indie Weekend -- Specialty Preview
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