The Fallsington Friends Peace and Social Concerns Committee invites Friends to join them for a screening of Citizen George, a movie about the life of George Lakey.
Citizen George presents the life and work of Philadelphia-based Quaker activist George Lakey, a non-violent revolutionary who has worked his entire life for justice and peace, guided by his ideal of societal transformation. The film moves back and forth in time, highlighting specific events of George’s activist life—including fighting for civil rights, anti-Vietnam War activism, LGBTQ rights, human rights in Sri Lanka and climate justice.
In addition to detailing his life as an activist, Citizen George tells George’s personal journey as a husband, father and out gay man. Animated sequences, inspired by graphic novels, illustrate scenes from George’s life. His story provides life-giving lessons to those struggling to make sense of the current troubling political climate, illuminate a path forward, and inspire those willing to work for change to face today’s moment. You can find a full description of film here.
The movie showing will be followed by a potluck with George himself and a Broadway sing-along . This event is free and open to the public; all are welcome!