# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Gettysburg Book: A Father, Son & The Killer Angels film screening
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 03 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm
- **Event Description**: A new film set to be released this summer will explore the untold story of Michael Shaara’s creation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, "The Killer Angels," which directly inspired Ken Burns’ epic series, "The Civil War" as well as the 1993 film, "Gettysburg."

Filmmakers Jake Boritt and Gordon Beittenmiller, with the support of Gettysburg History, will premiere "The Gettysburg Book: A Father, Son & The Killer Angels," on July 3, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at the Majestic Theater in Gettysburg. The documentary will dive into the writing of Shaara’s book while also revealing the profound personal toll its creation took on the author’s family.

The Gettysburg Book film tells the story of "The Killer Angels" through the eyes of Michael Shaara’s son Jeff and daughter Lila. Commentary on the book’s enduring reach comes from "Gettysburg" film cast members Martin Sheen, Jeff Daniels, and Stephen Lang, as well as the film’s director, Ron Maxwell, and historians Gary Gallagher, Carrie Janney, and Scott Hartwig.

The July 3rd screening will be followed by a panel discussion featuring the filmmakers and bestselling author Jeff Shaara.

Tickets are $20/general admission.

Reserve your tickets: https://gettysburgmajestic.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=435
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gettysburg/the-gettysburg-book-a-father-son-and-the-killer-angels-film-screening/200030129497827
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, art, literary-art, business, theatre
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 108

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Gettysburg
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Majestic Theater
- **lat**: 39.83171907706
- **long**: -77.230958830918
- **full address**: Majestic Theater, 29 Carlisle St, Gettysburg, PA 17325-1802, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Gettysburg Book: A Father, Son & The Killer Angels film screening being held?
  - **A:** The Gettysburg Book: A Father, Son & The Killer Angels film screening takes place on Fri, 03 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Fri, 03 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Majestic Theater, 29 Carlisle St, Gettysburg, PA 17325-1802, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Gettysburg Book: A Father, Son & The Killer Angels film screening?
  - **A:** The Gettysburg Book: A Father, Son & The Killer Angels film screening is organized by Gettysburg History.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Gettysburg Book: A Father, Son & The Killer Angels film screening is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gettysburg, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 100+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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