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Fresh off its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, this gripping drama tells the true story of a 19-year old nursing student, Irena, who is employed by a Nazi officer. Irena secretly smuggled Polish Jews out of the ghetto and to safety. It serves as a poignant reminder of the indomitable human spirit and the potential for heroism, even in the darkest of times.
Q&A with Guest Speaker: Jeannie Opdyke Smith, daughter of Irena Gut
Daughter of Polish rescuer: Irene Gut Opdyke, whose story became the nationally acclaimed Broadway Play “Irena’s Vow” starring Tovah Feldshuh. Jeannie Opdyke Smith is a sought-after international speaker. The story she tells is spellbinding, powerful, motivational, and highly successful for fundraising events. A timely and important message: We are all part of one human family and our brother’s keeper.