In the winter of 2003, a catastrophic fire erupted in a Rhode Island concert club, ultimately claiming 100 lives. For this state of just over a million residents, the devastation was profound, leaving unanswered questions and deep scars in its wake. But out of the ashes of the tragedy arose an equally profound story of hope. One year after the fire, a community theatre in the small city of Woonsocket gathered together to perform a play written by the fire's youngest victim close to the end of his life - a play that many felt could only be described as prophetic. In turn heartwarming and heartbreaking, 41 tells the remarkable story of Nicky O'Neill, the young actor, writer and musician who left the world at age 18 but who left behind a message of deep spiritual importance that has already inspired thousands. Co-directed by Christian deRezendes and Nicky's oldest brother Christian O'Neill, 41 weaves together the story of a beautiful life cut short with the saga of a community in mourning and a family finding its way out of the darkness.
It's been a very active year for 41. This is what's happening:1. RHODE ISLAND PREMIER of "41" - 10/28/07 - Stadium Theatre, Woonsocket. Contact www.stadiumtheatre.com for tickets.2. MASS SCREENINGS OF "41" - Numerous screenings throughout MA will take place in November. Check out our screening schedule above.3. AWARDS:BEST NARRATIVE DOCUMENTARY, Blue Mountain Film Festival-Collingwood, Ontario BEST MOVIE TRAILER, Bare Bones Int'l Film Festival-Muskogee, OK4. FILM FESTIVAL SELECTIONS:Bare Bones Int'l Film Festival - Muskogee, OK Blue Mountain Film Festival - Collingwood, Ontario CANADA Director's Chair Film Festival - Staten Island, NY Massbay Film Festival - Worcester, MA Northampton Film Festival - Northampton, MA Woods Hole Film Festival - Woods Hole, MA
FESTIVALS AND PRAISE
"Much more than just a fond remembrance ...
41 mesmerizes."
Michael Janusonis
The Providence Journal
"Puts you right into the life of Nick O'Neill... a great, great movie... Highly Recommended. "
Ghost Hunter's
Jason Hawes,
Beyond Reality Radio
The Makers of 41 would like to thank the following sponsors for their support: