Documentary: The Librarians

About the Film (from Rocky Mountain PBS)

Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. In Texas, the Krause List targets 850 books, triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. As tensions escalate, librarians connect the dots from heated school and library board meetings nationwide to lay bare the underpinnings of extremism fueling the censorship efforts. Despite facing harassment, threats, and laws aimed at criminalizing their work – the librarians’ rallying cry for freedom to read is a chilling cautionary tale.

> Watch the trailer here.   

Through their stories, we see librarians not just as information providers, but as protectors of trust, democracy, and civic connection.  

Families are welcome at all of our gatherings. Each venue has space nearby where children can step out with a caregiver if they need a break. Because the events include a full film screening and small group conversations, we encourage parents to bring quiet activities for children so the space can remain focused and comfortable for everyone. 

This event is produced in partnership with Grand County Library District and Indie Lens Pop-Up.

Filmmakers: Kim A Snyder, Janique L Robillard, Maria Cuomo Cole, Jana Edelbaum