Facets Cinematheque isn't just a fan of film lovers but of the way film can help put the focus on film's power to effect change. I love it when a festival event can be linked to the world I live in and not just the abstract critical one between my ears. This years lineup for the 4th Annual Human RIghts Watch Film Festival looks really interesting. The range of issues covered is amazing and from what I understand the festival is known for showcasing quality films that have little chance of being distributed through normal chanels.
From the Facets Festival site- "Human Rights Watch is widely recognized for their in-depth investigations, informed policy recommendations, and ability to generate intense pressure to confront human rights abusers and defend basic freedoms. Through vigilant monitoring and advocacy in over seventy countries, we are dedicated to advancing the protection and promotion of human rights for all. Since its inception, The Human Rights Watch's International Film Festival has embodied the power of film to make a difference. Courageous and committed filmmakers produce impressive documentary and feature films, which stimulate passionate conversations about human rights and inspire new generations of human rights activists. The Facets Cinémathèque is very proud to present The 4th Annual Human Rights Watch Traveling Film Festival, using the universal language of film to share individual stories of suffering and of strength across both physical and philosophical borders."
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