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'The Fruit of Our Labor': Afghan Perspectives in Film

Date: Friday, February 25, 2011 / Time: 10:00am - 11:30am 

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The "Fruit of Our Labor" is a collection of Afghan short films that bring to life ordinary Afghans' efforts to address their challenging social and economic conditions.  The films present a fresh view of Afghanistan; stories of ability, need, and survival. Join us for a screening of several of these films.

PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGE: This event will now begin at 3:00pm EST and not 2:30pm EST.

PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGE: This event will now begin at 3:00pm EST and not 2:30pm EST.

The "Fruit of Our Labor" is a collection of short films that bring to life ordinary Afghans' efforts to address their challenging social and economic conditions, providing a fresh perspective on the needs and issues of Afghans beyond the battlefront coverage in the western media.  The films, made by Afghans, were produced during a recent filmmaking training provided by Community Supported Film.  Join us for a screening of several of these films, followed by a discussion with director Michael Sheridan, who heads Community Supported Film and is responsible for putting together this important collection.

Community Supported Film strengthens the documentary storytelling capacity in countries where the dissemination of objective and accurate information is essential to stabilization and development. Locals are trained in documentary filmmaking to tell stories from their perspective that can influence local and international views on sustainable paths to a more peaceful and just world.

  • Barmak Pazhwak
    Senior Program Officer, United States Institute of Peace
  • Michael Sheridan
    Director, Community Supported Film

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