Although we all enjoy a restful night at home in front of a large or small screen, there's also something to be said for the experience of sharing a film with a group of people who will laugh with you, cry at the moving moments, and discuss their responses after the credits roll. At our SAVE movie nights, we pass the vegan pizza and screen fiction or documentary feature films that we believe will raise interesting questions and inspire conversation.

What To Bring:

• Your favorite vegan movie snack, sweet or savory, homemade or store-bought.

• Your own plate, cup, and utensils, to cut down on waste.

• There will be limited seating available, but we have plenty of space to arrange folding chairs, floor cushions, or blankets. Please bring anything you need to make yourself comfortable.

About the Movie:

Okja can be described as a satire of corporate greenwashing, a beautifully shot and choreographed action-adventure flick, or a polemic contrasting traditional agriculture with food science and genetic tinkering. At its heart, it is the story of a brave young girl and her mission to rescue a giant pig who has become a beloved member of her family. It also contains a surprisingly sympathetic portrayal of a notorious pro-vegan group called the Animal Liberation Front, real-life proponents of direct but non-violent action against the exploiters of our fellow earthlings. Many Netflix viewers have taken to social media to express their desire to stop eating meat after seeing the film, prompting PETA to offer special veggie starter kits.

Watch the trailer.

Please Note: Okja contains two sequences that should carry a trigger warning for animal lovers and advocates; one is set in a research facility, and the other takes place in a slaughterhouse. The images of meat and frightened animals were computer-generated, but these are still disturbing scenes to view, and you may choose to leave the room or hide your eyes. The animal suffering that is depicted in the film has a strong emotional impact and helps to articulate a trenchant criticism of the animal testing and factory farming industries.