UMKC Film & The Law Series: “The Shawshank Redemption” – Justice, Redemption, and Resilience
We’re proud to support the upcoming UMKC Film & The Law Series, an immersive event exploring wrongful convictions, culturally competent investigations, advocacy, and the resilience of the human spirit—all through the lens of the acclaimed film The Shawshank Redemption.
Special thanks to Screenland Armour Theater, the Investigation and Advocacy Service and Resilience Mode with Sean O’Brien, and UMKC CLE for partnering on this event.
Event Details
When: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Where: Screenland Armour Theatre, North Kansas City, MO
What:
- Morning sessions, including 2-3 exonerees, covering topics such as:
– Culturally Competent Investigation
– Establishing Trust Among Strangers
– And more - Afternoon film screening of The Shawshank Redemption
- Post-film panel discussion offering real-world insights into America’s justice and prison systems
Earn 8 CLE hours (MO confirmed, KS & NE pending)