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Free for All: The Public Library (2025): Cast & Ratings

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Free for All: The Public Library is a 2025 documentary directed by Dawn Logsdon, starring Laurie Anderson, JoNell Kennedy and Lolis Eric Elie. It runs 1 hour 23 minutes. IMDb users rate it 8.4/10.

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Free for All: The Public Library (2025) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 23m (83 min)
Director
Dawn Logsdon
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is Free for All: The Public Library About?

The premise of Free for All: The Public Library without spoilers.

This documentary explores the history of the public library, spotlighting the dedicated individuals who championed the “Free Library Movement” and continue to serve communities today. It reveals the story of pioneering women and modern librarians alike, facing challenges from library closures to contemporary book bans. The film celebrates this vital civic institution, where free access to information and resources remains open to everyone.

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Cast & crew

Free for All: The Public Library Cast

Laurie Anderson leads the cast, with JoNell Kennedy and Lolis Eric Elie. Directed by Dawn Logsdon; 13 actors are credited in all.

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One more film directed by Dawn Logsdon: Faubourg Tremé: The Untold Story of Black New Orleans.

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Ratings

Free for All: The Public Library Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Free for All: The Public Library 8.4/10.

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    8.4 /10

    75 votes

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Free for All: The Public Library FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Free for All: The Public Library, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Free for All: The Public Library?

Free for All: The Public Library runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

When was Free for All: The Public Library released?

Free for All: The Public Library was released on April 29, 2025.

Who directed Free for All: The Public Library?

Free for All: The Public Library was directed by Dawn Logsdon.

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Who is in the cast of Free for All: The Public Library?

Free for All: The Public Library stars Laurie Anderson, JoNell Kennedy and Lolis Eric Elie, among 13 credited actors.

How is Free for All: The Public Library rated?

Free for All: The Public Library has 8.4/10 on IMDb.

Does Free for All: The Public Library have a post-credit scene?

No. Free for All: The Public Library has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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