Luminous Film Screening and Panel Discussion

Infuse is proud to announce an enriching evening of film and dialogue with the screening of the critically acclaimed film Luminous. This event, taking place on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at the MSA Annex Festival Grounds, will delve into the intersection of science and faith, featuring a moderated Question-and-Answer session that explores how these realms can both complement and challenge each other.

Luminous offers a thought-provoking narrative that highlights the profound connections between scientific inquiry and spiritual belief. Following the screening, a lively community dialogue will be held, featuring a panel that includes the film’s subject, astronomer Larry Molnar, and award-winning filmmaker, Sam Smartt. The discussion will be moderated to explore how faith can serve as a foundation for groundbreaking scientific discoveries and how the two fields can sometimes seem at odds.

About the Film:
When astronomer, Dr. Larry Molnar, and a small team of students stumble across a strange star, they embark on a dramatic journey of scientific discovery, which brings the unlikely team into the international spotlight. But others in the astronomical community are skeptical, and Larry’s professional reputation hangs in the balance. In production since 2014, Luminous, a feature documentary by award-winning filmmaker Sam Smartt (Wagonmasters), follows Larry’s journey to test his unprecedented prediction, knowing that its success or failure will unfold squarely in the international spotlight.

Event Details:

• Title: Luminous Film Screening & Community Dialogue
• Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024
• Time: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
• Venue: MSA Annex Festival Grounds
• Parking: Park anywhere along the Sunlink Streetcar route and ride for FREE! Limited free parking is also available in the large lot next to the Annex.
• Special Features: Community booths, local food and beverage available for sale, free children’s activities, moderated Q&A session with film subject and filmmaker.

Tickets: $5 (All proceeds will be donated to Tucson High Magnet School Astronomy Club)

The event will kick off with an opportunity for guests to engage with various local organizations at our community booths. Attendees are invited to arrive early to purchase some delicious food and beverages at the local MSA Annex businesses, and to participate in some free, interactive children's activities.

Host or Publisher Infuse Tucson