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iEmpathize bringing message of empowerment and empathy

07 Oct

Have you ever witnessed or experienced exploitation? While your initial response to that question may be an unequivocal ‘no,’ consider this: Have you ever seen someone being bullied, or been bullied yourself? Observed someone taking advantage of another person’s vulnerabilities, for his or her own gain? If you answered yes to either of these scenarios, […]

Behind the Screen: “Blackbird”

14 Sep
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In this installment of our film preview series leading up to the 2014 Festival, we explore the feature narrative “Blackbird.” “Blackbird” written and directed by Jamie Chambers, produced by James Barrett (91 minutes) Set in a picturesque seaside Scottish village, the interior character and conflicts presented in “Blackbird” may appear familiar to anyone who has ever sought […]

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