Powell's Books Announces Subject of Second Film: David Halberstam

David Halberstam

On Wednesday, September 5, Powell's Books announced that David Halberstam is the subject of its next Out of the Book film project. In November and December, independent booksellers in nearly 75 cities are expected to screen the 28-minute film tackling Halberstam's posthumous history, The Coldest Winter: America and the Korean War, to be published by Hyperion on September 25.

In June, Powell's launched the Out of the Book series (www.outofthebookfilms.com) with a short film about Ian McEwan and his Booker Prize-nominated novel, On Chesil Beach, in 54 cities, ranging from Pasadena, California, to Portland, Maine.

Powell's said Out of the Book's second installment will feature excerpts from The Coldest Winter, as well as commentary from Joan Didion, Seymour Hersh, Robert Caro, and Bob Woodward, historical footage of the late author, a musical soundtrack, and more. 

New Yorkers will get an early peek on November 11, when McNally Robinson Booksellers hosts a special premiere at Two Boots Pioneer Theater. From mid-November through December, screenings will be sponsored by local independent booksellers across the country. Bookstores are encouraged to customize the event by featuring special guests, panel discussions, live music, or other entertainment to suit regional tastes and resources.

The film will be produced by series creator Dave Weich, the director of marketing and development at Powell's. Hudson River Films will bring the project to the screen.

Booksellers who are interested in participating in the project should contact April Placencia in Powell's event support program at april@powells.com or (503) 228-4651, ext. 5863.