Celebrate Films that Advance Worldwide Peace

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Published on Monday, 16 August 2010 06:15

Written by Bree Rubin

Now in its 9th year, The Global Peace Film Festival showcases international films with subjects ranging from the human condition to sustainability and the environment. The Central Florida-based film festival takes place in Orlando and Winter Park, Florida from September 21st to 26th, 2010.

Film highlights include: Climate Refugees, Michael Nash's documentary about the impact of climate change; Budrus, the award-winning film documenting the non-violent struggle for justice in the Middle East; comedian Ahmed Ahmed's film of his tour of the Middle East with other stand-up comedians; and The Invocation, an examination of God and peace, narrated by Sharon Stone.

On Friday, September 24th will be the filmmaker reception at Ten Thousand Villages (346 N. Park Ave., Winter Park). The festival’s visiting filmmakers and special guests will be available to meet. Light snacks from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm.  Free.

In addition to screenings and film-specific events, the festival also features a street fair with a wide array of vendors, artists, and organizations. Sunday, Sept. 19th, 10am - 3pm, on Morse Blvd. between Park Ave. and Knowles Ave., Winter Park.  As part of the street fair, there is also a Pet Parade for Peace, which invites people to bring their furry companions to participate in a half-mile procession.

"Peace is more precious than diamonds, or silver or gold." said Martin Luther King, Jr. upon his acceptance of the Nobel Peace Prize. 

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Global Peace Film Festival
September 21- 26, 2010

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