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Director Spike Lee, one of contemporary cinema’s most celebrated figures, will speak about his career, themes that resonate through much of his work and the cultural impact of his career, in honor of Black History Month.

Update Feb. 20: This event is filled to capacity. Some standby seating may be available on a first-come, first-served basis on the evening of the event. You may wait in the standby line starting at 5:30 p.m. While Pratt will try to accommodate as many people as possible, waiting in the standby line does not guarantee admission.

The filmmaker, producer and writer will address Pratt students and the public at the Memorial Hall Auditorium on Pratt’s Brooklyn campus, sharing thoughts on his road to success, the themes that resonate through much of his work and the cultural impact of his career. The event is free and open to the public. Space is limited; RSVP is required.

spike-leeRaised in Brooklyn, Lee frequently incorporates the borough and relevant issues—such as gentrification, race relations, urban crime, and poverty—into his movies, including his seminal 1989 film Do the Right Thing, as well as Clockers, He Got Game, and others. Staying close to his roots, Lee located his production company 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks, which supports independent and aspiring filmmakers, in Fort Greene. Lee has also directed such films as 25th Hour, starring Edward Norton and Philip Seymour Hoffman and Inside Man, starring Denzel Washington, Clive Owen and Jodie Foster.

Pratt students with tickets will receive priority seating until 6 p.m. Student tickets are available now at the Office of Student Involvement in Chapel Hall Room 007. A valid student ID is required.

The general public will be admitted after 6 p.m., with prior reservations. The general public can reserve up to two tickets by emailing [email protected]. Please include name(s) and phone number.

This is a Pratt Presents program co-sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs, the Office of Student Involvement, and the Pratt Student Diversity Council. The Pratt Presents series features distinguished guests in a variety of formats. Stay tuned for more Pratt Presents programs in the near future.











When: Tue., Feb. 25, 2014 at 6:00 pm
Where: Pratt Institute - Brooklyn Campus
200 Willoughby Ave.

Price: Free. RSVP Required
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Director Spike Lee, one of contemporary cinema’s most celebrated figures, will speak about his career, themes that resonate through much of his work and the cultural impact of his career, in honor of Black History Month.

Update Feb. 20: This event is filled to capacity. Some standby seating may be available on a first-come, first-served basis on the evening of the event. You may wait in the standby line starting at 5:30 p.m. While Pratt will try to accommodate as many people as possible, waiting in the standby line does not guarantee admission.

The filmmaker, producer and writer will address Pratt students and the public at the Memorial Hall Auditorium on Pratt’s Brooklyn campus, sharing thoughts on his road to success, the themes that resonate through much of his work and the cultural impact of his career. The event is free and open to the public. Space is limited; RSVP is required.

spike-leeRaised in Brooklyn, Lee frequently incorporates the borough and relevant issues—such as gentrification, race relations, urban crime, and poverty—into his movies, including his seminal 1989 film Do the Right Thing, as well as Clockers, He Got Game, and others. Staying close to his roots, Lee located his production company 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks, which supports independent and aspiring filmmakers, in Fort Greene. Lee has also directed such films as 25th Hour, starring Edward Norton and Philip Seymour Hoffman and Inside Man, starring Denzel Washington, Clive Owen and Jodie Foster.

Pratt students with tickets will receive priority seating until 6 p.m. Student tickets are available now at the Office of Student Involvement in Chapel Hall Room 007. A valid student ID is required.

The general public will be admitted after 6 p.m., with prior reservations. The general public can reserve up to two tickets by emailing [email protected]. Please include name(s) and phone number.

This is a Pratt Presents program co-sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs, the Office of Student Involvement, and the Pratt Student Diversity Council. The Pratt Presents series features distinguished guests in a variety of formats. Stay tuned for more Pratt Presents programs in the near future.

Buy tickets/get more info now