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Rabbit Proof Fence (2002, 93 minutes, Rated PG)
February 4, 2005 • 7:00 pm
In 1931, half-caste children were taken from their homes in Western Australia and sent to Eastern institutions that teach them to forget their culture and be “white” Australians. This film follows three girls who escape and have to cross 1500 miles of harsh Australian land to return to their family. |
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Go for Broke (1951, 92 minutes, N/R)
February 11, 2005 • 7:00 pm
The story of second generation Japanese-American soldiers who fought in Europe during World War II while their families were still in the internment camps. The 442 nd Regimental Combat Team is the most decorated battalion of World War II. |
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A Family Gathering (1988, 60 minutes, N/R)
February 18, 2005 • 7:00 pm
The granddaughter of a Japanese immigrant overcomes the painful silence in her family caused by the events following Pearl Harbor by searching out the truth. In return she finds a greater understanding of who her family was and, in the process, who she is. Following the film will be time for discussion of both the movie and the book When the Emperor was Divine. |
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Triumph Of Spirit : A February Film Series