NJFF: Place Out of Time

The 2009 documentary A Place out of Time: The Bordentown School, from director Dave Davidson, traces the history of the titular institution — an all-black school — through three generations. Narrated by Ruby Dee (Do the Right Thing), the film explores not only the history of this particular school but also that of discriminatory practices against black education in the United States at large. From alumni, local historians and archival footage, a story emerges about how this community managed to enrich itself, and what was lost and gained in the fight for equality. This film is showing at 7 p.m., Friday, Sept. 23 in Scott Hall, Room 123, on the College Avenue campus.