The Manship Theatre will screen an award-winning film this weekend that explores the mystery behind one of the biggest political killings in U.S. history. As 225 Weekender reports, 61 Bullets is a new documentary from directors David Modigliani and Lucy Kruetz that took home the Jury Prize at the 2014 New Orleans Film Festival. The film reexamines the assassination of legendary Louisiana Gov. Huey P. Long. The screening takes place Sunday at 2 p.m., with a Q&A with the filmmakers to follow. Tickets are $7.
Also this weekend in Baton Rouge, the zoo kicks off its annual festive celebration, ZooLights, on Friday. The event runs through Dec. 30 and includes more than 50 illuminated displays of animals and more. The Capital City will also be in for a special post-Thanksgiving treat Friday as local musicians take the stage at Hartley/Vey Theatres to perform The Beatles’ White Album as part of the monthly Drop the Needle concert series. Read 225​’s story on Drop the Needle, and make sure you get the scoop on more events happening in Baton Rouge each weekend by signing up for the free 225 Weekender e-newsletter.
