Film:

Tell Them You Love Me

Director:

Nick August-Perna

Year:

2023

Running Time:

103 minutes

Film Description:

This true-crime documentary follows the story of an esteemed university professor who becomes embroiled in a controversial affair with Derrick Johnson, a non-verbal man with cerebral palsy, leading to a criminal trial that would challenge our perceptions of disability and the nature of consent. Through exclusive footage and interviews, this feature documentary weaves a riveting and nuanced story about communication, race, and sex.

When:

February 25, 2025 11am – 2pm

Where:

Columbus State – Columbus Hall 291 Jefferson Ave (in the library)

Schedule of Events

11AM – 12:45 PM: Film screening, Tell Them You Love Me

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Panel discussion

Cost:

Free

Access:

Open Captions