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End The War

04-Oct | 07:30 pm

Where Olive Trees Weep is a searing window into the struggles and resilience of the Palestinians under Israeli occupation. It explores themes of loss, trauma, and the quest for justice. We follow, among others, Palestinian journalist and therapist Ashira Darwish, activist Ahed Tamimi, Israeli journalist Amira Hass, and Dr. Gabor Maté’s trauma-healing work with women tortured in Israeli prisons. Ancient landscapes bear deep scars, having witnessed the brutal reality of ancestral land confiscation, expulsion, imprisonment, home demolition, water deprivation, and denial of basic huma Read More..

Underground Film Club
Monthly Film Screenings

Falah Faisal

27-Sep | 07:00 pm

At a time when we are spoilt for choice on what to watch, the best movies don't make it to streaming. And nothing beats the communal experience of watching a movie together. Join us for the first (literally) Underground film club in the city.  This month, join us for a screening of Fight Club (1999). Unhappy with his capitalistic lifestyle, a white-collared insomniac forms an underground fight club with Tyler, a careless soap salesman. Soon, their venture spirals down into something sinister. Read More..

Morisika, the Story of a Boatman
Monthly Film Screenings

ALT EFF Film Club

20-Sep | 07:00 pm

Description: Spanning three centuries Morisika (Mirage); The Story of the Boatman is an attempt to map the history of the Brahmaputra River in Assam. Narrated by the Brahmaputra, a Boatman and individuals of three riverine communities, the film addresses universal themes of memory, loss, hope and resilience. The “boatman” is a metaphor for connecting threads much as the boatmen themselves in Assam connect people and livelihoods. It traces the personal histories of 8 lives that are intertwined with the river during the 19th, 20th and 21st century set against the backdrop of politici Read More..

Don't Stop Acting 2.0
Acting Workshop

MWM Movies

19-Oct | 11:11 am

Atta Galatta and MWM MOVIES cordially invite you to the latest Acting Workshop in town.  Join fellow aspiring actors and actresses for an inspiring session of learning acting through basics at our Writers Club Meet event in the cozy ambiance of the library cafe. Our Acting workshop is designed for aspiring artists who wish to explore the fundamentals of acting and develop their performance skills in a supportive and engaging environment. This immersive workshop offers participants a thorough grounding in acting techniques, character development, and scene work, providing them with the Read More..

Voice Acting Masterclass
Masterclass

Darrpan Mehta

01-Sep | 12:00 pm

Unlock the art of voice acting with renowned voice artiste Darrpan Mehta in this exclusive masterclass. With a career spanning over two decades, Darrpan has lent his voice to innumerable television show promos, commercials, advertisements, live events, audiobooks, radio commercials, making him a true maestro of the craft.
In this masterclass, Darrpan will delve into the techniques of voice acting, character creation, and the nuances of delivering powerful performances behind the microphone. Whether you're an aspiring voice actor or a seasoned professional looking to refine your Read More..

Palestine 1920: The Other Side of the Palestinian Story
Film Screening

Al Jazeera

23-Aug | 07:00 pm

“A land without a people, and a people without a land” is how the relationship between Palestine and the Jewish people was described by Christian writers in the 1800s. And the 20th-century history of the Middle East has largely been written through these eyes. But this film from Al Jazeera Arabic looks at Palestine from a different angle. It hears from historians and witness accounts, and features archive documents that show Palestine as a thriving province of Greater Syria and the Ottoman Empire at the dawn of the 20th century. Read More..

Underground Film Club
Monthly Film Screenings

Falah Faisal

30-Aug | 07:00 pm

At a time when we are spoilt for choice on what to watch, the best movies don't make it to streaming. And nothing beats the communal experience of watching a movie together. Join us for the first (literally) Underground film club in the city.  At Underground Film Club we usually screen forgotten gems or underappreciated masterpieces. But for the first time we bring you an unreleased independent film - It's all In your Head, by young talented filmmakers from 1719 Film Factory. Don't miss out on this very special screening! Read More..

Screen Craft 2.0
Screenplay Writing Workshop

MWM Movies

21-Sep | 11:11 am

Atta Galatta and MWM MOVIES cordially invite you to the latest Screenplay Writing Workshop in town.  Our Screenplay Writing workshop is an intensive program designed to guide aspiring screenwriters through the process of crafting compelling and marketable screenplays. This workshop provides participants with a solid foundation in screenplay structure, character development, dialogue writing, and industry-standard formatting, ensuring they are equipped to bring their stories to life on the big screen. Who Should Attend? This workshop is ideal for beginners with little to no screen Read More..

Golden Wings of Watercocks
Monthly Film Screenings

ALT EFF Film Club

16-Aug | 07:00 pm

In a lush haor, Sultan, a young man seeking a fresh start, becomes entwined in a poignant tale of resilience and sacrifice. He joins a family haunted by tragedy, where he toils amidst the golden fields, forming bonds that defy the encroaching monsoon's wrath. Yet, as floods ravage their world, tragedy strikes once more, thrusting Sultan into a whirlwind of responsibility and love. Amidst shattered dreams and fleeting hope, their journey unfolds—a gripping saga of courage and determination against nature's merciless onslaught. Join them on a riveting adventure as they chase elusiv Read More..

SHORT FILM NIGHT: Wade, Garrano, Remember Silsako, Chao Carbon & Wrought
Film Screenings

ALT EFF Film Club

19-Jul | 07:00 pm

Wrought: "Wrought" explores the hidden beauty of decay through mesmerizing time-lapse photography. From blooming bacterial colonies to frothing yeasts, it challenges us to see the artistry in the inevitable. Chao Carbon: Mr. Aes Gener is a greedy mega-entrepreneur in the energy business. Through his story we get into the dirty business he has done in Chile and the world with coal, while we see, through archival footage, the damage to people and nature of this obsolete and polluting fossil fuel. Garrano: A Garrano horse is forced to pull a heavy load under a blazing sun. Young b Read More..

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