51 Birch Street

Director: Doug Block
Cast: Mike Block, Mina Block, Carol "Kitty" Duffy Block, Ellen Block, Karen Block Engwall, Marjorie Silver, Rabbi Jonathan Blake, Samuel Osherson, Josh Vogel, Doug Block

Screening Times

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5:30 PM, Sunday March 12th - Alamo S. Lamar 2
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2:45 PM, Tuesday March 14th - Alamo S. Lamar 2
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11:00 AM, Friday March 17th - Alamo Downtown
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Documentary Feature

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Synopsis:
Documentary filmmaker Doug Block always thought his parents' 54-year marriage was a good one. But when his mother dies unexpectedly and his father swiftly remarries his former secretary, he discovers a family history far more complex and troubled than he ever imagined. 51 Birch Street is a riveting personal documentary that explores a universal human question -- how much about your parents do you really want to know?

Director's Bio:
Doug Block previously directed The Heck With Hollywood! and the Emmy-nominated Home Page (SXSW '99). His producing and camera credits include: Silverlake Life (Sundance Grand Jury Prize), Jupiter's Wife (Sundance Special Jury Prize), A Perfect Candidate, Love and Diane (Independent Spirit Award) and Paternal Instinct.