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Reel Insider Presents: PRAY THE DEVIL BACK TO HELL

Monday, October 19, 2009 from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM (ET)

Pelham, United States

Ticket Information

Ticket Type Sales End Price Fee Quantity
Individual Subscription (3 films) Ended $54.00 $2.34
Couple Subscription (3 films) Ended $102.00 $3.54
Non-subscriber single ticket (1 film) Ended $20.00 $1.49
Student ticket (with valid student ID) Ended $10.00 $1.24

Event Details

The Reel Insider series presents
PRAY THE DEVIL BACK TO HELL

Purchase individual tickets or purchase a subscription!

 

"Uplifting, disheartening, inspiring, enraging - the mind reels while watching the documentary, even as the eyes water, the temples pound and the body trembles." – Manohla Dargis, New York Times


Producer Abigail Disney and director Gini Reticker will be discussing their experiences making this documentary with the Christian Science Monitor's film critic Peter Rainer!  Join us for a complimentary wine, beer, and cheese reception at 7:00 PM before the film.

 

PRAY THE DEVIL BACK TO HELL chronicles the remarkable story of the courageous Liberian women who came together to end a bloody civil war and bring peace to their shattered country.

Thousands of women — ordinary mothers, grandmothers, aunts and daughters, both Christian and Muslim — came together to pray for peace and then staged a silent protest outside of the Presidential Palace. Armed only with white T-shirts and the courage of their convictions, they demanded a resolution to the country’s civil war. Their actions were a critical element in bringing about an agreement during the stalled peace talks.

A story of sacrifice, unity and transcendence, PRAY THE DEVIL BACK TO HELL honors the strength and perseverance of the women of Liberia. Inspiring, uplifting, and most of all motivating, it is a compelling testimony of how grassroots activism can alter the history of nations. (Click here for the Trailer).

 

The next Reel Insider screening will be a preview of THE MEN WHO STARE AT GOATS, starring Ewan McGregor, George Clooney, Jeff Bridges and Kevin Spacey  on November 4th.  A film critic will hold a discussion after the film.  The final date of the season will be announced shortly.

 

ABOUT THE REEL INSIDER SERIES:

The Reel Insider series allows audiences to catch the newest in independent, foreign and documentary film, 5 times a season (held over 3 months), with a discussion with an established critic and, often, film talent.  Mingle before the screening with fellow film enthusiasts at a complimentary wine and beer reception at 7:00 PM.  Screenings begin at 7:30 PM.  The announcement of films and their dates is made 3-6 weeks in advance of each event.

 

PRICES FOR THE FALL SEASON (September-November)

  • $90 per individual subscription (5 films - $18 per event)
  • $170 per couple subscription (5 films - $17 per event)
  • $20 per non-subscriber single ticket (1 film)

BENEFITS

  • Admission to 5 screenings with discussions from September – November
  • Complimentary reception before the screening
  • Advance notice for Picture House special events
  • Discounts to local businesses
  • Free raffles to enter at events

When & Where


175 Wolfs Lane
Pelham, 10803

Monday, October 19, 2009 from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM (ET)


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Several years ago a group of concerned citizens in lower Westchester organized to save the 1920s Pelham Picture House, now listed on the NY State Register of Historic Places, from the wrecking ball. The Picture House, recently restored and renovated, is now an independent film and education center. The Picture House entertains audiences with great movies – indies, foreign films, classics, shorts, animated films and documentaries from around the world. By inviting, actors, directors, producers, screen writers, and film critics to discuss their work, we bring the back lot to our front door.