Hard-hitting films about climate, racism and gender slated for Calgary Justice Film festival yyc
Previously called the Marda Loop Justice Film Festival, the fest rebranded last year as it has expanded well beyond the neighbourhood since its inception in 2005.Sign up to receive daily headline news from the Calgary Herald, a division of Postmedia Network Inc.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails. Postmedia Network Inc.
arrowing.” “It is also courageous and, by its stunning finale, galvanizing. With compassion and rigour, documentarian Nisha Pahuja tells the story of a family struggling to find justice in the wake of a heinous violation. Most of their community is against them, but they have allies, love, and a dogged belief in the possibility of change.”Article content
After opening night, the festival moves Feb. 19 and 20 to the River Park Church auditorium, 3818 14A St. S.W., with screenings of films focused on issues such as climate change, ageism, gender identity, racism, and equality. These films are set in locations from around the world, including Calgary, Brazil, Gambia, and the Arctic.
In 1979, women, including Mary Two-Axe Earley, centre, undertook a four-day walk to Ottawa to protest sex discrimination against First Nations women embedded in the Indian Act. The fight for rights is detailed in the film Mary Two-Axe Earley: I Am Indian Again. Courtesy, Odette DesOrmeauxAs in previous years, the screenings will be followed by post-film discussions with the film’s director or guests knowledgeable about the documentary topics.
Also, the Festival Peace Fair will return to the River Park Church’s gym with booths providing information on 16 organizations, including NGOs working for environmental protection as well as justice and equality issues around the globe.Share this article in your social network
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