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September 30 - October 3, 2011
Raven's Cry Theatre: 5559 Sunshine Coast Highway, Sechelt, BC
Tickets: $9 (regular) / $5 (youth 18 & under) | Festival Pass: $50 (only available online)
Tickets can be purchased online and at ticket outlets on the Sunshine Coast - click here for ticket information.
Festival passes are only available online.
For more information, contact touring@doxafestival.ca |
Presenting Partner
Shíshálh First Nation |
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Greg Jacobs & Jon Siskel, USA, 99 minutes
 
Every year in Chicago high schools, more than 600 students prepare for the world’s largest youth slam poetry competition, crafting their poems and performances. To witness these teenagers embrace the power of words is a revelation. Louder Than a Bomb is a joyful, moving film that might leave you speechless.
Reception to follow
» Film website and trailer
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Peter Findlay, Canada, 83 minutes
From Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside to the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, Raw Opium challenges our notions of harm reduction, causes of addiction and government involvement in production and enforcement. The “War on Drugs” is held up for particular examination. The hard questions lie in how new initiatives are needed from all levels of those affected.
Followed by a community discussion
» Film website and trailer
Community Partner
Vancouver Coastal Health Community & Family Health |
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Jerzy Sladkowski, Sweden, 58 minutes
Married 65 years, Hans and Kerstin live in a lakeside cottage, their days filled with trumpet playing, dancing, berry picking, and trips to town. When resistance from Kerstin doesn’t stop Hans from wallpapering (while she’s out), conflict ensues – but a genuine affection and appreciation for their life wins out.
» Film website
Preceded by
Bathing Micky
Frida Kempff, Sweden, 14 minutes
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Marshall Curry, USA, 85 minutes
What do environmentalists do when they run out of hope? The Earth Liberation Front (ELF) turned to burning down corporate structures, taking care to ensure no one was hurt. The film follows 2 members, including Daniel McGowan who accepted a plea deal that will permanently label him a "domestic terrorist". What is the meaning of "eco-terrorist" and how is the term applied? How far should one go in defence of the environment?
» Film website and trailer
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Jaret Belliveau, Canada, 90 minutes
In Highway Gospel, skateboarding is a religion. In BC, long-boarding evolved from a group of daredevils willing to risk insane speeds, who helped make the sport legal and build a vibrant community. The film has an unforgettable cast, including Pender Harbour’s Bricin “Stryker” Lyons and Scott “Scoot” Smith.
» Film website and trailer
Preceded by
Carving the Mountains
Juan Rayos, Spain, 4 minutes |
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Canada, 45 minutes
In honour of Parks Canada’s centennial, this unprecedented celebration of natural beauty spans the country, from Nahanni National Park in NWT, to Gwaii Haanas off BC’s coast. In 13 parks, 1 filmmaker and 3 musicians set out to capture the unique beauty of a region. DOXA presents selections from the original film project.
» Film website and trailer
Followed by a live musical performance by Veda Hille
Veda plays piano and tenor guitar, dabbles in banjo, accordion, and protools, and has a new love affair going on with a nord electro keyboard and a handful of casios. She writes about the natural world, the trickiness of love, the constant threat of tragedy, and anything else that amazes her.
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Tally Abecassis, Canada, 53 minutes
A whimsical portrait of mom and pop shops facing dwindling business and big box competition. In each shop, a drama unfolds, whether it’s the failing eyesight of watchmaker Peter Bogatzian, entrepreneur Jae-Gil Pak worrying over the competition, or photographer Norman Eppelbaum, doling out marriage advice.
» Film website and trailer
Preceded by
Videosyncracy
Lulu Hansen & Nadia Nikolic Bowen, USA, 25 minutes
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Michelle Esrick, USA, 87 minutes
The joy of activism is embodied in Wavy Gravy. Friend of Bob Dylan, christened Wavy Gravy by B.B. King, Wavy travelled with the Merry Pranksters and had an ice cream named for him. But he was immortalized on stage at Woodstock, promising 400,000 people “breakfast in bed.” Saint Misbehavin’ will leave you with a smile on your face and revolution in your heart.
Reception to follow
» Film website and trailer
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The Healing Lens
Cry Rock
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The inspiring young people in these 3 films use language, art and culture to take their lives in a positive direction.
The Healing Lens
Michelle Derosier, Canada, 47 minutes
Filmmaker Michelle Derosier assembled a stunning cast of first-time actors for a dramatic film about First Nations youth dealing with depression, suicide and racism. Each of the talented “actors” shared personal connections to the issues in the film, inspiring Derosier to then make a documentary about their real lives. The result is The Healing Lens, a film about the power of art and culture, and the resiliency of First Nations youth. An athlete, a traditional drummer, an artist, a student – Brittany, Brent, Candace and Krysten show us the way, as we witness their transformations.
» Film website and trailer
Preceded by
Sháshishálhem Class
Manuela Salinas & Malcolm Paul, Canada, 4 minutes
While participating in the DOXA Connexions Youth Forum in Vancouver, Manuela Salinas and Malcolm Paul created this short film exploring their language.
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Banchi Hanuse, Canada, 28 minutes
The filmmaker’s 80-year-old grandmother is one of 15 Nuxalk speakers in Bella Coola, BC.
» Film website and trailer
Presenting Partner
Shíshálh First Nation |
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