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The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History |
Thursday, January 16, 2025 7:00 PM |
Marking three years since the harrowing 11-hour hostage crisis at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, this exclusive screening of Colleyville offers a gripping look at the bravery of the hostages and the strength of the community. Featuring never-before-seen footage, the critically acclaimed documentary delves deep into the events that shook the quiet town and captivated the world.
Following the screening, join director Dani Menkin and Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker — whose courage during the crisis became a global story of heroism and hope — for a live discussion. As an added dimension, the Weitzman displays critical artifacts from the crisis, the chair, and the teacup that played pivotal roles in the hostages’ escape, providing guests with a tangible connection to the story’s harrowing reality.
Following the screening, join director Dani Menkin and Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker — whose courage during the crisis became a global story of heroism and hope — for a live discussion. As an added dimension, the Weitzman displays critical artifacts from the crisis, the chair, and the teacup that played pivotal roles in the hostages’ escape, providing guests with a tangible connection to the story’s harrowing reality.
This screening is brought to the Philadelphia audience in cooperation with the Philadelphia Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, Philadelphia Jewish Film + Media, Congregation Rodeph Shalom, and ADL .
| Country: | USA |
| Release Date: | 2024 |
| Time: | 80 minutes |
| Genre: | Documentary |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | Dani Menkin |
