Event

Movie: Sophie and the Rising Sun
Canceled

Friday, March 20, 2020
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Petty Auditorium

Drop-in event. Set in the autumn of 1941 in Salty Creek, a willowy fishing village in South Carolina, this film tells the compelling story of two interracial lovers.

As World War II rages in Europe, Mr. Ohta appears in town under mysterious circumstances. Sophie, a native of Salty Creek, quickly becomes transfixed by Mr. Ohta and a friendship develops into courtship. As their secret relationship evolves the war escalates tragically. Starring Julianne Nicholson, Takashi Yamaguchi, and Margo Martindale.

Released 2016 - 105 minutes - Rated R - Drama