On January 4, 2018

Award-winning documentary “Obit” to be screened at Billings Farm

Saturday, Jan. 6, 3 & 5 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—The 8th Annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series at the Billings Farm & Museum will feature the award-winning documentary, “Obit,” on Saturday, Jan. 6, at 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. in HD projection and surround sound, with complimentary refreshments. All films are open to the public and accessible to people with disabilities. Reservations are strongly recommended.

As this riveting documentary demonstrates, the New York Times staff who chronicle the passing of both heroes and villains strive to make sure their stories have next to nothing to do with death and everything to do with life. “Obit” was nominated for Best Documentary at the Portland International Film Festival.

Ticket prices:  members: adults 16 & up: $9; non-members: adults 16 & up: $11.  For information visit billingsfarm.org/filmfest.

Billings Farm & Museum is located one-half mile north of the Woodstock village green on Route 12.

Photo by Kino Lorber
“Obit” will be shown Saturday, for two screenings.

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