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Black Death in Dixie
USA, 2007, 25 min.
Exploring the historical and contemporary inequities of the death penalty and the justice system in America, this riveting documentary paints a vivid picture of judicial bias and inequities, whose roots are entrenched in the system of slavery that ruled this country for so many years.... more
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Charcoal Traffic
Kenya, 2008, 7 min.
The modern Africa of today is not immune to the worst of what the consumer lifestyle of other nations has to offer: greed, exploitation and manipulation. But African traditions run deep, and those who would protect them aren't afraid to loudly speak up even if they don't carry a big stick.... more
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Coffee & Allah
New Zealand, 2007, 12 min.
A gorgeous young Ethiopian émigré finds she has more in common than she thought with the locals she encounters after her sister leaves her home alone for a few days.... more
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Come Back to Sudan
USA, 2007, 29 min.
Winner of the Audience Award at the Aspen Shortsfest, this engrossing film explores the world of one of the "Lost Boys of Sudan," who returns to his homeland to reunite with his family after establishing a new life for himself in America.... more
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Hug
USA, 2008, 16 min.
Drew is an extraordinary and lyrical talent, with a new music contract ready to sign. His best friend and manager, Asa, is the man who has to physically get Drew to the contract signing. But when Asa realizes that Drew has gone off his meds, the morning commute turns troubling.... more
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New Boy
Ireland, 2007, 11 min.
Based on a short story by Roddy Doyle, this multiple award-winning short tells the story of a young African immigrant whose first day at a new school proves challenging as he faces a series of confrontations with the class bully.... more
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Subira
Kenya, 2007, 12 min.
An 11-year-old rebellious Muslim girl in Kenya finds playing with the boys much more fun than conforming to her mother's (and society's) idea of acceptable behavior. She's about to discover that what truly sets her apart from the boys may also take away her freedom.... more
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The Vulnerable Ones (Les Vulnerables)
Congo (Brazzaville), 2007, 14 min.
Set in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a schoolboy tries to prove his manhood to his once-famous, now-handicapped father by helping him smuggle goods over the border between Congo and Rwanda.... more
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The Witness: The View from Room 306
USA, 2008, 33 min.
WON: Best Documentary Short & Audience Favorite Documentary Short
This riveting short documentary recounts the incidents leading up to, during and immediately after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., utilizing archival footage and photos, first-hand accounts, and intervi... more
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