3rd -annual Pasadena Chapter United Nations Assoc. Film Festival of long form and short documentary films from Uganda, Ethiopia, New York, California, Scotland, Italy and more. At Laemmle Playhouse 7 Pasadena.
Compelling and uplifiting stories including historic look at the cure of polio in the US, story from Scotland of an activist for rights of the disabled who is himself a victim of cerebral palsy. The story of an Italian woman that gives up her career to help provide economic empowerment to women of Kenya through sewing. A New York surfer's dealing with the challenges of the aftermath of super storm Sandy. A story of survival with AIDS.
Oct 23 events start with a 5-6pm reception at El Portal, including filmmakers, with films at the Laemmle at 6:15 - 10pm.
Thurs. Oct 24 films begin 5:30. Both nights include panel discussions.
Tickets $10 per night or both nights for $15. STUDENTS $5 per night
Info: http://www.pasadena.una-socal.org/
Tickets: http://unfilmfestpasadena13.eventbrite.com/
