Book to Film Club (Blinded by the Light)

Join us for a free screening of Blinded by the Light (Rated PG-13, 114 minutes) in the Kimball Junction Branch auditorium. The film is based on the memoir Greetings from Bury Park by Sarfraz Manzoor. After the screening, we will have an optional discussion about the book and the film. The e-book and audiobook are always available on Libby and the book is available to check out at the library.

Synopsis: Javed is a Pakistani teenager who experiences racial and economic turmoil while living in Luton, England, in 1987. He writes poetry as a way to escape the intolerance of his hometown and the stubborn views of his traditional father. When a classmate introduces him to the music of Bruce Springsteeen, Javed sees parallels between the singer's powerful lyrics and his own working-class environment. Springsteen's melodies soon inspire Javed to find his own voice and follow his dreams.

Upcoming Meetings:

The Swimmer - Thursday, April 14 at 6:00 p.m.

Words on Bathroom Walls - Thursday, May 12 at 6:00 p.m.

Stardust - Thursday, June 9 at 6:00 p.m.