Down Home: Jewish Life in NC
Dulatown is a documentary short about a community in Lenoir, NC established from the land of a slave owner (Alfred Dula) bequeathed to his slave (Harriet) and their eight children. Dulatown remains home to the extended Dula clan and embraces its history at a bi-annual reunion where in recent years both African-American and White Dula relatives come together around their shared genealogy to acknowledge they have more in common than just a surname. Using contemporary interviews with members of the Dula family alongside historical images, this film weaves an insightful tale of history, family, race and identity.
View the trailer for the movie here
About the Speaker
Beth Davison has been a faculty member at Appalachian State University since 1997 and is a Professor in the Departments of Sociology and Cultural, Global & Gender Studies and the Co-Director of University Documentary Film Services. Her documentary projects include The Denim Dynasty, Eva & Moe (screened internationally) and now Dulatown. She works ongoing with many community partners including her work with the National Park Service to produce short documentaries screened at the Blue Ridge Parkway, National Park Service Visitor center in Blowing Rock, NC.
Image credit: Various branches of the Dula family come together at the Dulatown gravesite. COURTESY OF LESLIE DULA MCKESSON.
ABOUT MOVIES AT THE MUSEUM
Movies at the Museum features films by North Carolina filmmakers and films about the arts, history, and culture of the Appalachian region. The films feature a guest speaker and are followed by a discussion with opportunities to ask questions and reflect on the films' highlights.
Complimentary popcorn is provided.
MAKE IT A DINNER-AND-A-MOVIE DATE NIGHT!
Partrons are encouraged to enjoy dinner before or after the movie at Bistro Roca. Present your BRAHM movie ticket at Bistro Roca and receive a 10% discount on your meal (offer only valid the day of the film).
Dinner reservations are encouraged.
This event is FREE for members, $5 for nonmembers.
Movies at the Museum is sponsored by Bistro Roca.