“When the Levees Broke: Screening and Q&A” (Urban Studies)
Q&A and Discussion with Andy Horowitz
A powerful and deeply emotional documentary, When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts chronicles the devastation wrought by Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath in New Orleans. Director Spike Lee weaves together first-person accounts, news footage, and expert commentary to expose the political failures and systemic injustices that compounded the natural disaster. This film is a searing indictment of government neglect and a tribute to the resilience of New Orleans’ residents.
