The Eighth Annual White Rock Social Justice Film Festival will take place on February 24 and 25, 2012.
From Friday night at 7:pm through Saturday evening we will be showing six films that ask important questions about issues that now, and will in the future, touch many lives in our community.
Each film will be accompanied by a community resource person who is knowledgeable about the subject and its relevance to the world we live in. Come enjoy live music before the film, and engage in a meaningful dialogue after!
Venue - White Rock First United Church map
Ticket – by donation
Bring a loonie for a cup of specialty roasted, organic, fair trade coffee generously provided by the Holy Smoke Coffee Company. ALL proceeds go to the Social Justice Film Society.
Friday Evening, 7 PM – Feb 24
South of the Border is an Oliver Stone road trip across five countries to explore the social and political movements, as well as the mainstream media's misperception of South America, while interviewing seven of its elected presidents.
Saturday Morning, 10AM – Feb 25
Rainforest: The Limit of Splendour is a cinematically stunning documentary illustrating the beauties of, but also the dangers posed by further exploitation of BC’s own coastal Garden of Eden. A thought provoking and cautionary tale of misplaced priorities, and short term thinking.
Saturday Morning, 11:30AM – Feb 25
Myths for Profit is a dramatic exposé which explores 'Canada's role in the Industries of War and Peace'.
Saturday Afternoon, 2:00PM – Feb 25
Blood and Oil examines how our neighbours reliance on oil has shaped American foreign and energy policy for the last sixty years and cautions that it is time to change energy policies, before the next decades are spent paying for oil with blood.
Saturday Afternoon, 3:40PM – Feb 25
Queen of the Sun: What are the Bees Telling US is a profound, alternative look at the global bee crisis. Taking us on a journey through the catastrophic disappearance of bees and the mysterious world of the beehive, this engaging and ultimately uplifting film weaves an unusual and dramatic story of the heartfelt struggles of beekeepers, scientists and philosophers.
Saturday Evening, 7:00 PM – Feb 25
Joan Baez: How Sweet the Sound is the first comprehensive documentary to chronicle the private life and public career of Joan Baez, her history as a recording artist and performer, as well as her remarkable journey as the conscience of a generation.
Any questions? Please
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