Edith Stein
Friday, November 15th 2024 at 6:30 pm (18:30)
Föderation für den Weltfrieden
Seidengasse 28 (im Hof rechts), 1070 Wien
A ROSE IN WINTER
recounts the extraordinary life of Edith Stein
Actors include:
Zana Marjanovic · Karl Markovics · Ken Duken · Christian Cooke · Alice Krige · Hannelore Elsner · Anja Kruse · Franco Nero
Born Jewish, she demonstrated uncompromising courage as an outspoken advocate for equity in the Women‘ Rights Movement at the onset of National Socialism in Germany, and though her actions, as a Carmelite Nun, challenging the very foundation of the Holy See to stand up against the Holocaust: a path which would lead to her martyrdom in Auschwitz.
Joshua Sinclair will give a short introduction to the movie. He will be present to answer questions. Small buffet and drinks.
Contribution to expenses (5-10 Euro) appreciated