The award-winning documentary “PELL” will be given a free screening at the 12th Annual Roving Eye International Film Festival and feature a Q&A with the film’s director, Steven Feinberg.

“PELL” tells the inspiring story of Rhode Island Senator Claiborne Pell and his fight, against all odds, to give every American the opportunity to get a higher education regardless of their economic status.

The 12th Annual Roving Eye International Film Festival created by the Flickers’ Rhode Island International Film Festival (RIIFF) in partnership with Roger Williams University kicks off April 17th and runs through the 23rd. This year’s programming features over 60 films from across the world including Academy Award nominees and winners, numerous World and US Premieres; panel discussions/symposia; visiting filmmakers and student film showcases. The event will conclude with the Spring 2017 Soforenko Foundation Film/Speaker Series On The Jewish Experience.