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WASHINGTON, DC, 10 April 2015 — The screening on 8 April of “Afghan Dreams” turned out to be an event that was something beyond “special.” So many of you contributed to what one of the attendants called, “an inspiring and compelling documentary (event) about empowering women in Afghanistan. A wonderful story of perseverance, commitment and overcoming cultural and political barriers to become role models to younger women in Afghanistan. Actually getting to interact and speak with three of the girls on Skype followed by an interesting and insightful panel completely topped it off. Congratulations to all the team of ‘Afghan Dreams,’ so happy and proud to witness it.”

One of the most exciting components of the evening was the Skype session with three of our characters, all young women, who were featured in the film. They were thrilled to join the conversation. Events like these are what documentary filmmakers live for. It is our deepest form of gratification. It is part of what we aim to achieve: to impact the lives of others in a positive way.

I’m including some of the memorable images of the evening.

– Bill Gentile

 

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Free Screening of “No Fire Zone”

FINAL Macrae flyer lo resWASHINGTON, DC, 31 January 2015 — Join us this Wednesday 4 February for a screening and panel discussion with UK filmmaker Callum Macrae of his documentary “No Fire Zone,” about human rights abuses during the 2009 offensive by the armed forces of Sri Lanka against the Tamil population.

Learn how Callum acquired hard-to-gather footage of the atrocities that left thousands dead and wounded. And discuss with him his years-long effort to bring attention to injustice, and to force those responsible for that injustice to face consequences for their actions.

This event is free and open to the public. Please arrive on time for food and light refreshment.

Bill Gentile


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