World on the Move: Film - "America America" (1963)

America America (1963) Directed by Elia Kazan – 168 mins. Starring Stathis Giallelis. 

Young Stavros leaves his war-torn homeland behind to begin a new life, encountering both allies and adversaries on his dramatic trek. Elia Kazan wrote, produced and directed this Best Picture nominee, which is based on the early experiences of his Greek immigrant uncle, who fought to come to the United States and whose starry-eyed impressions of the country were quickly compromised by reality.

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New Rochelle librarian and film historian Chris Poggiali will introduce the film and lead a post-screening discussion