IndieLens Documentary Film Screening - The Librarians

Documentary Film Screening - The Librarians
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Churchill School Art Center, 3451 Broadway St. Baker City, OR 97814 [Google Map]
Description: When Texas lawmakers seek to review a list of books, librarians find themselves on the frontlines of a national battle. Across the U.S., librarians face the impact of uniting against library collection standards that include restrictions on race-related and LGBTQIA+ content. Drawing on historical context, The Librarians explores the broader implications for education and public life.
Filmmakers: Kim A. Snyder (director/producer), Janique L. Robillard (producer), Maria Cuomo Cole (producer), and Jana Edelbaum (producer)
Attendance is free. Tickets may be reserved from Churchill School website (beginning 2/11/25), but advance registration is not required.
Total Run time: 86 min.
Discussion following the movie: facilitated by BCLD Director Perry Stokes.
- Film Webpage
- Trailers: 30 sec and 90 sec
- Rotten Tomatoes - score and reviews
- Also available on PBS for a limited time. Premieres on Independent Lens on Feb 9 2026
- Look for more IndieLens upcoming screenings on the library events calendar
