Roses in December

This gripping and eloquent documentary recounts the brutal 1981 murder of four American missionaries (three nuns and layworker Jean Donovan) by security forces of the U.S.-backed El Salvadoran government. The sensitive and riveting chronicle focuseson Donovan's inspiring life, from her Connecticut childhood to her decision to travel to El Salvador, and the details surrounding her tragic death. 56 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; theatrical trailers.