INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — The community-wide, non-denominational Social Justice Film Series continues its eighth year on Sunday, March 9, at 7 p.m., with the critically acclaimed 2010 documentary about gun control, “Living for 32.”
The series is free and open to the public at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Vero Beach; no reservations or tickets are required but donations to defray the screening rights fee are gratefully accepted.
On a snowy April day at Virginia Tech in 2007, 32 students and faculty were shot and killed by a lone gunman, 17 others were wounded, and six more were injured jumping out of windows.
Through the personal story of survivor Colin Goddard, “Living for 32″ tells the tragic tale of one of the worst gun massacres in recent American history, along with Goddard’s inspirational journey of renewal and hope.
The film is not only about the 32 murdered in the tragic Virginia Tech shooting, but also the 32 people killed by guns every day in America.
Following “Living for 32,” a discussion about the pros and cons and possibilities of gun control will be facilitated by UUFVB minister Rev. Scott Alexander and UUFVB friend Jeff Pierson.
Reviewers called “Living for 32″: “powerful ,” “timely,” “moving,” “a good little film.” It was featured at a number of film festivals, won some awards, and was an Academy Award nominee for best short film.
The Fair Trade Corner will be open one-half hour prior to the film.
The UU Fellowship, offering a liberal religion on the Treasure Coast, has easy parking and is handicap accessible. It is located at 1590 27th Avenue on the southeast corner of 27th Avenue and 16th Street. For more information, call (772) 778-5880.