Wattstax Directed by Mel Stuart 1973 U.S.A.   98 min. October 12th at 8:00 pm The Special Edition stands among the most important music documentaries of all time. This film chronicles the legendary seven-hour concert in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles in 1972 and features performances by Stax recording artists including Isaac Hayes, Rufus Thomas and The Staple Singers.  Director Mel Stuart (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory) goes beyond just the musical performances of that hot August day, candidly interviewing residents about their everyday lives, poliitics, and culture. Add to this the razor-sharp and frequently hilarious observations of Richard Pryor, the film’s narrator, and the result is a fascinating time capsule that evokes the turbulence and joy that brought 100,000 people together to witness these mesmerizing performances Guest speaker Akil Houston will introduce this film.