How Do I
Event Details
The Reel Story
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
12:15 PM
DVD, 112 Minutes
Eleven year-old Akeelah is a smart girl who decides to participate in a spelling bee to avoid detention at school. She wins and is encouraged to seek coaching from Dr. Larabee, an English professor, for the more difficult regional competitions. As she braces herself for the National Spelling Bee, Akeelah unites her community through courage and inspiration. Starring Angela Bassett, Laurence Fishburne and Keke Palmer. (2006)
Eleven year-old Akeelah is a smart girl who decides to participate in a spelling bee to avoid detention at school. She wins and is encouraged to seek coaching from Dr. Larabee, an English professor, for the more difficult regional competitions. As she braces herself for the National Spelling Bee, Akeelah unites her community through courage and inspiration. Starring Angela Bassett, Laurence Fishburne and Keke Palmer. (2006)
Event web site: http://www.carnegielibrary.org/locations/downtown/
Event fee: Free
Contact:
Carnegie Library – Downtown & Business
412-281-7141
downtown@carnegielibrary.org
