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Media Release MEDIA RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ANDREW FEINSTEIN, MARTY SYJUCO ATTEND REELWORLD FILM FESTIVALTO SUPPORT ‘MEDIA FOR IMPACT’ REELWORLD 2016 HARNESSES THE POWER OF FILM AS A FORCE FOR SOCIAL GOOD TORONTO, ON (September 21, 2016) – Reelworld Film Festival returns for its 16th year featuring critically acclaimed feature films, shorts, documentaries, virtual reality films, games and more — all dedicated to harnessing the visual medium as a force for social good. The festival, which runs October 12–16 at Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay West), launches with a one-day breakout conference on October 12 entitled Media for Impact ; a first-time ever experience that brings together organizations behind acclaimed films such as VIRUNGA, GIRLS RISING, BULLY, THE SQUARE and GASLAND. Supporting the festival’s multiple causes are critically-acclaimed author of “ The Shadow World: Inside the Global Arms Trade” Andrew Feinstein and award-winning filmmaker Marty Syjuco who will be in attendance and available for media opportunities before the festival. New this year, Reelworld has created a Conversation Room where audiences congregate after each screening to meet with activists, nonprofits and leaders working directly on the issues addressed in each of the films — giving attendees the opportunity to make change in the real world. “With so much turmoil, conflict and uncertainty in our world today Reelworld is focused on showcasing stories that offer solutions and build movement towards positive change,” says Gave Lindo, Reelworld Executive Director . “What’s unique about Reelworld is that we channel the inspiration that people feel after seeing a film and connect them to opportunities to take action." Following the morning’s Media for Impact conference, the festival’s first day opens in earnest with an evening screening of SHADOW WORLD , Johan Gimonprez’s film based on Andrew Feinstein ’s acclaimed book, “ The Shadow World: Inside the Global Arms Trade” , which Noam Chomsky calls a “shocking expose [that] unveils a show world of corruption, greed, slaughter and MEDIA CONTACT [email protected] 1 MEDIA RELEASE other horrors […]” . The day is capped off with food, drink and conversation at the Opening Night Party held at Steam Whistle Brewery (Roundhouse Park, 255 Bremner Blvd.). The festival drives on with Canada’s best poets showcasing their talents at the Toronto Poetry Slam Showcase (Oct. 13); new worlds explored via virtual reality films and games in the Digital Storytelling Zone (Oct 13-16); talented local artists pitted against each other as they paint against the clock in Reelworld’s very first Art Battle (Oct. 15); and guests enjoying a stroll through the Social Market and Art Stage , showcasing local food, goods and entertainment (Oct.15). Reelworld 2016 highlights and press opportunities: ● Reelworld Executive Director, Gave Lindo ● Critically-acclaimed author of The Shadow World: Inside the Global Arms Trade , Andrew Feinstein ● Canadian filmmaker, Emmy nominee and winner of 18 international filmmaking awards, Marty Syjuco ● Digital Storytelling Zone (October 13–16) — virtual reality films and games with a message curated by the Hand Eye Society ● Media for Impact Conference ( October 12; 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. ) — media leaders and change-makers from across the globe speak and share their expertise, including: ○ Gareth Seltzer , Founding Investor/Director of RYOT (http://ryot.huffingtonpost.com/) ○ Elise McCave , Deputy Director, Britdoc – the organization behind VIRUNGA (2014), SHADOW WORLD (2016), CITIZEN FOUR (2014), THE LOOK OF SILENCE (2014) ○ Ted Richane , of Vulcan Productions – owned by Microsoft Co-Founder Paul Allen ○ Ellen Schneider , Director, Active Voice Lab ● Toronto Poetry Slam Showcase ( October 13; 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. )— Canada’s best spoken word artists share poems inspired by Reelworld short films ● Art Battle ( October 15; 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. ) — competitive live painting, judged by attendees ● Social Market & Art Stage ( October 15; 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. ) List of films premiering at Reelworld ‘16: SHADOW WORLD (98 min, USA — Dir. Johan Gimonprez, 2016) Produced by Louverture Productions and winner of the ‘Best Documentary Feature Film’ at the 2016 Edinburgh International Film Festival, SHADOW WORLD shows how an illicit culture of war MEDIA CONTACT [email protected] 2 MEDIA RELEASE profiteering is destroying our world today. Based on Andrew Feinstein ’s acclaimed book, “ The Shadow World: Inside the Global Arms Trade” . Andrew Feinstein is available for interviews. ACROSS THE LINE (86 min, CANADA — Dir. Director X, 2015) From music videos with the likes Rihanna, John Mayer, and Drake, ACROSS THE LINE marks the feature film debut of renowned Canadian director Director X . Inspired by the 1989 Cole Harbour District High School race-riots ACROSS THE LINE tells the story of a black teenager poised for hockey greatness before events at school and home put his dreams and reputation at risk. EXODUS: OUR JOURNEY TO EUROPE PT. 1 (Canadian Premiere, 59 min, 2015) In 2015 the BBC gave cameras to some of the people who smuggled themselves into Europe, to record where no-one else can go. The first part in a three-part series takes us deep into the Syrian refugee crisis as Syrians of all ages document their terrifying and extraordinary experiences. MARIAM (Canadian Premiere, 43 min, FRANCE/SAUDI ARABIA/U.A.E. — Dir. FaizaAmbah, 2016) With France passing a law banning religious symbols in schools, 14-year-old Mariam is thrown into an identity crisis. French born to Arab parents, Mariam begins to discover her Muslim identity when she is forced to choose between wearing her hijab and going to school. CONSUMED (Canadian Premiere, 96 min, USA — Dir. Daryl Wein, 2014) What happens to our food before it arrives on our plates? We are challenged to rethink what we eat in this powerful thriller. DISTURBING THE PEACE (Canadian Premiere, 82 min, USA — Dirs. Stephen Apkon, Andrew Young, 2016) Born into worlds of prejudice and conflict, former Israeli soldiers and Palestinian fighters band together as the “Combatants for Peace” as they work to build a peaceful future from both sides of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. CARE (Canadian Premiere, 65 min — Dirs. AnnukkaLilja, James Kelin, Jean Tsien, 2016) With over 20% of Canadians reaching retirement age in a decade, CARE is a film that hits home hard. This film asks, “How do we take care of our aging loved ones and the people who take care of them?” NALEDI (Canadian Premiere, 90 min, USA — Dirs. Ben Bowie & Geoff Luck, 2016) MEDIA CONTACT [email protected] 3 MEDIA RELEASE Produced by Vulcan, NALEDI is the incredible story of the connection between one elephant and her caretakers. NALEDI is a testament to the special bond between human and animal and the pressing need to end the ivory trade. NISE — THE HEART OF MADNESS (109 min — Dir. Roberto Berliner, 2015) Based on a true story, NISE follows a young crusading doctor through her attempts to reform psychiatric treatment in 1940s Brazil — eventually becoming one of the first doctors to introduce pet therapy and painting as a form of psychiatric treatment. ALMOST SUNRISE (Canadian Premiere, 98 min, USA — Dir. Michael Collins, 2016) Debilitated by depression and haunted by memories of war, two American Iraq War veterans embark on an epic 2,700-mile walk from Wisconsin to California in an effort to escape their suicidal thoughts and return to a normal life. For additional information about Reelworld Film Festival, including the complete program, visit http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/festivals/reelworld or call 416-973-4000. For information about getting here, visit harbourfrontcentre.com/gettinghere/. About Harbourfront Centre Harbourfront Centre is a Canadian charity operating the 10 prime acres of Toronto’s central waterfront as a free and open public site. We celebrate the multiplicities of cultures that comprise Canada and enliven the city through the creative imaginations of artists from across the country and around the globe. About Reelworld Film Festival Now in its 16th year, the Reelworld Film Festival is dedicated to harnessing the power of film as a force for social good. Reelworld believes that great stories are the beginning of great solutions, with a mission to unlock the power of film by connecting inspired people to inspired partners. Reelworld is for the new generation of socially engaged citizens who care about how our lives impact the community and the planet. - 30 - MEDIA CONTACT [email protected] 4 .
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