Alexandria Public Schools Community Education

A dramatization of Norway's deadliest terrorist attack, in which a right-wing extremist murders 77 teens at a youth camp in 2011.The movie is very compelling and makes you proud of how the Norwegian government and people respond to this tragedy. A few young survivors show, with grit and lots of work, they can overcome their wounds and help a country heal. Discussion led by Dave Anderson.Discretion Advised: There is a brutal killing seen in the first 30 minutes. Our intention is to show the whole movie, but will pause the movie to let some of the audience leave the theater and return when that scene is over.

The story of an elite moonshine produced in the heart of Minnesota by Catholic farmers during Prohibition, and the modern-day attempts of a micro-distillery to resuscitate the brand as a premium whiskey. Discussion led by Mike Donahue.

After enduring WWII-era brutalization by Hitler's Nazi Party and decades of repressive Soviet dictatorship, the tiny nation of Estonia began to declare its independence from Communist rule in the late '80s. Over a five-year period, hundreds of thousands of Estonians began to systematically and repeatedly gather in public venues to collectively sing illegal patriotic songs, declaring their desire for national independence but never resorting to violence amid their protests. Discussion led by Tom Obert.

A nearly illiterate man in his 50s crosses paths with a highly intelligent old lady. They develop an unusual friendship in this sweet comedy, and learn more about themselves and each other than they ever expected. Discussion led by Jim and Mary Pohl. 

This section enrolls you in all spring films scheduled for April, May and June. Savings of $5!