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Movie Matinee “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” (2017)

Published: February 18, 2026; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

When: February 27, 2026
Where: Columbus Library

Address: 742 10th Avenue New York, NY 10019, United States

Phone: 212-586-5098

Discover the powerful true story behind The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks (2017), a compelling drama based on the bestselling book. The film follows Henrietta Lacks, a Black woman whose cancer cells were taken without her knowledge in the 1950s, leading to groundbreaking medical research. Decades later, her family learns the truth, and the film explores themes of ethics, race, and the impact of science on ordinary lives. A moving story of courage, justice, and the human spirit, this film invites reflection on the intersection of science and humanity.

Time: 1:00-3:00 pm EST

Free!


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