Fort Worth’s Human Relations Commission's series, Movies That Matter is set to showcase "The Right to Read" at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth on Thursday, August 1, at 7 p.m. This event, spotlighting the significance of literacy, is not just another evening at the movies—it's a spirited plunge into the heart of human rights issues, offered up free of cost to the public, though reservations are a must and can be easily secured online, according to the City of Fort Worth.
The documentary "The Right to Read" tells the inspiring tales of an NAACP activist, a teacher, and two families in their pursuit to ensure children have one of the key stepping stones to future success: the ability to read properly. According to the film information obtained by the City of Fort Worth, this poignant 80-minute film, which is not rated but advises of language, seeks to actively engage audiences in a conversation that is as necessary as it ever was. For those eager to sneak a peek before the debut, a trailer is readily available online.
Movies That Matter began its journey back in 2010 with an incontrovertible focus: to stir consciousness about human rights, both locally and across the globe. Fort Worth took note of the power that cinema holds to wield discussion, education, and change within its community. The bi-monthly event has become synonymous with insightful perspectives on an array of human and civil rights topics—and it hasn't gone unnoticed, grabbing the attention of the National League of Cities in 2013 for its commendable role in boosting community engagement.
