January 24 to 23, 2011
05:15 pm to 07:15 pm

"Pane Amaro" Film Screening and Discussion

Montclair State University,The Coccia Institute for the Italian Experience in America. Dickson Hall - Cohen Lounge
1 Normal Ave
07043 Montclair, NJ
United States
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Pane Amaro (Bitter Bread) brings to life pivotal events in the history of Italian Americans, including the lynching of Italian immigrants, growth of Italian Harlem and the rise of Italian political and community leaders.

Director and producer Gianfranco Norelli is a native of Rome and award winning documentary filmmaker. His work focuses on social and cultural issues. Co-producer Suma Kurien, a native of India, is the founder and Director of LaGuardia Community College for Immigrant Education and Training.
Introduction by Dr. Teresa Fiore, Inserra Chair in Italian and Italian American Studies
Presentation and film screening by Director/Producer Gianfranco Norelli
Followed by Q&A session with the Director/Producer
Refreshments will be served