U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Opens Film to Start “Discover America Week”

 

U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Aimee Cutrona welcomed guests to the Domain Hotel and Spa’s weekly movie night on Tuesday, October 18.  Attendees were treated to a viewing of the classic American film, “Sabrina,” as part of the U.S. Embassy’s Discover America Week festivities.  During brief remarks, Ms. Cutrona highlighted the role America’s film industry has played in helping spread American culture and commerce around the world, adding “in recognition of ‘Sabrina’s’ cultural value, and the Library of Congress has added the film to its national registry to ensure its survival, conservation, and increased public availability.”

Discover America Week, celebrated not only in Bahrain but also in several other countries in the region, runs from October 18 through October 26.  For a full schedule of Discover America events, please visit www.da2016-bahrain.com.

Photo Credit: The Domain Hotel