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Thursday, October 23rd at 6:30pm 1728 A late 18th Century recluse, Micah Rood cherishes only his privacy, his memories of lost loved ones, and above all... his precious apple orchard.
A man no longer interested in social graces or financial success, Rood's withdrawal from society leaves him suspicious, resentful, and even paranoid.
So when a traveling peddler seeking lodging for the night visits Rood and makes reference to the remarkable brand of apples and the potential for profit the two of them might share together, it strikes a chord long gone sour.
Rood commits a heinous act that soon comes back on him with the weight of his own guilt and manifests itself into the form of the most bizarre haunting a man might suffer. the curse that is inflicted is as chilling to the blood as any other New England legend.
The only difference . . . this tale is carved from truth.
Based on the legend, Firesite Films is proud to present this chilling tale.
Join Your Franklin neighbors at JCCL for the unique opportunity to view this film! The film was shown at the New London Film Festival and will be shown at the Rhode Island International Film Festival this fall. A MUST SEE for local history buffs! Other links on the Micah Rood legend Micah Rood's Curse: The Apples With The Blood Red Core (New York Times, 1888) (New London County Historical Society, 1891 [via Ancestry.com]) |
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