Day show Boys of Baraka film & discussion
Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center
Seattle, WA
The Boys of Baraka (USA/Kenya):
On September 12, 2002 twenty "at risk" 12-year-old boys from the tough streets of inner-city Baltimore left home to attend the 7th and 8th grade at Baraka, an experimental boarding school located in Kenya, East Africa. Here, faced with a strict academic and disciplinary program as well as the freedom to be normal teenage boys, these brave kids began the daunting journey towards putting their lives on a fresh path.
"The Boys of Baraka" focuses on four boys: Devon, Montrey, Richard and his brother Romesh. Their humor and explicit truthfulness give intimate insight into their optimistic plans, despite the tremendous obstacles they face both at home and in school. Through extensive time with the boys in Baltimore and in Africa, the film captures the kids' amazing journey and how they fare when they are forced to return the difficult realities of their city.
"The Boys of Baraka" zeros in on kids that society has given up on - - boys with every disadvantage, but who refuse to be cast off as "throw-aways." Directed by Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady.
Note: The film is followed by a panel discussion with educators, African-American youth, and community members active in social justice. Youth are encouraged to attend.
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| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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Sales have ended for this event. Tickets may still be available at the door.
Thank you for your interest in this event! While this screening is over, there are many other exciting LHAAFF events to enjoy during the week of April 22-30, 2006. We also host monthly screenings in our Underground Railroad traveling film series during the rest of the year, part of an ongoing effort to build community across the aisle. Please visit our website, www.langstonblackfilmfest.org, for schedule information. |
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| Start: | Monday Apr 24, 2006 4:00 PM | | End: | Monday Apr 24, 2006 6:00 PM |
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Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center
104 17th Ave South
Seattle, WA 98144
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