Bring History to Life in Your Classroom or Community
Capturing Kennedy offers a powerful educational experience that connects students and audiences with American history, the visual arts, and the enduring legacy of JFK through the remarkable story of Jacques Lowe—the young Holocaust survivor who became the president's personal photographer.
“This film is rich in so many ways. For older viewers, it is a meaningful remembrance. For younger viewers, it is a powerful history lesson.”
— Splash Magazines
Perfect for Multiple Educational Settings
K-12 Schools: Enhance your curriculum in American History, Holocaust Studies, Media Literacy, and Visual Arts. The film provides teachable moments about resilience, the power of photography in shaping public perception, and the Kennedy era.
Colleges & Universities: Ideal for courses in Political Science, Journalism, Photography, Media Studies, and 20th Century American History. The documentary offers rich material for class discussion about documentary ethics, visual storytelling, and the relationship between image-makers and political figures.
Community Organizations: Perfect for religious organizations, retirement communities, library programs, historical societies, and lifelong learning institutes. The film sparks meaningful conversations about American history, the role of photography and image-making, and a young artist’s pursuit of the American Dream.
What's Included
High-quality streaming access for your screening
Flexibility to screen multiple times during your license period of one year
Certificate of licensing for your records
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