“A Peace of Forest” will be shown at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 23, at Johnson Hall Opera House, 280 Water St. in Gardiner. Contributed photo

Johnson Hall Opera House plans to screen “a Peace of Forest” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 23, at 280 Water St. in Gardiner.

Created in Whitefield, the 87-minutelong film, described by audience members as, “The most beautiful film I have ever seen, exhibiting our natural world,” and “This film is a gift; it is so rich,” according to a news release from the opera house.

Touted as a quiet film, “a Peace of Forest” is a one-of-a-kind cinematic adventure, allowing viewers to experience a wild, peaceful and mysterious world that is filled with complex relationships and ways of wonder. The film celebrates the beauty and intimacy of wildlife in Maine with surprising, tender and exquisite interactions of wildlife during undisturbed moments in Maine’s natural world. The filmmakers and producers, Lee Ann and Thomas Szelog will host a Q&A with the audience immediately following the movie.

Co-filmmaker and co-producer Thomas Mark Szelog has focused, for the past 45 years, on creating compelling photographs, documenting Maine’s rich wildlife, and nature’s gentle beauty. He is steadfast with keeping his intrusion into the homes of his subjects to a minimum.

He waits for hours and days for his subjects to approach him, so he can capture their mood and behavior as naturally and discreetly as possible. He specializes in photographing wildlife, nature, and landscapes for the editorial, corporate, and fine art markets.

Lee Ann is the founder of Simply Put, LLC, specializing in presentations she delivers locally, regionally and nationally on human relations and wellness, of our planet and ourselves. Lee credits Tom for opening her eyes to the natural world; Mother Nature opened her heart.

For the past 10 years, the Szelogs have been creating the movie with the same ethics and values Tom has used throughout his career. Viewers can see the results of their passion, vision and patience that reflects the utmost respect and love they share for the wildlife.

For more information about the film visit apeaceofforest.com.

Tickets cost $15 for adults and $5 for children. This show will be on the third floor, Reehl Stage.

For tickets and more information visit johnsonhall.org, call 207-582-7144 or email [email protected].

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