SpiritClips.com Releases Original Short Film 'Montgomery' to Honor Black History Month

Viewers can watch the story of Rosa Parks' historic bus ride for free during Black History Month. End Quote

(1888PressRelease) February 03, 2012 - The SpiritClips Originals short film 'Montgomery' depicts the moment in 1955 America when Rosa Parks, a Black woman living and working in the segregated South, became an integral part of American history by refusing to give up her bus seat to a White passenger. During Black History Month, audiences may watch a free viewing of this film at SpiritClips.com.

'Montgomery' was filmed on location in Montgomery, Alabama and reflects the authentic look and feel of 1955 Montgomery, Alabama by utilizing local actors, regional period costumes and a refurbished municipal bus for shooting. Told from the perspective of a fictitious fellow African-American bus rider, 'Montgomery' captures the courageous spirit that ignited the 20th century rights movement in the United States.

The premium SpiritClips Original film, 'Montgomery', had been reserved for Premium Members of the subscription streaming media site, SpiritClips.com. The company released the film for free viewing by all visitors in honor of Black History Month. "SpiritClips Originals are unique, entertaining, inspiring messages of hope and perseverance, and often include important life lessons and educational values. 'Montgomery' is no exception. We recognized Black History Month as an opportunity to share this important message with all audiences," stated Kate Hunter, Marketing & Communications Director, SpiritClips.com.

Directed by Matthew Kohnen and Written by Chris Commons, 'Montgomery' stars actress Deborah Watkins as 'Rosa' and actor Anthony Alexander as 'Ray'. Academy-award winner and Founder of SpiritClips.com, Rob Fried, produced the film. The film is not only entertaining and an informative depiction of a vital moment in history; it has been used by many teachers, clergy and business leaders to teach valuable lessons of humanity and courage in daily life.

To honor Black History Month,'Montgomery' will be available for free viewing through the month of February. All audiences are invited to visit SpiritClips.com to watch the film online: www.spiritclips.com/films/montgomery

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