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Two American filmmakers — Chris Temple and Zach Ingrasci — fully embed themselves in a camp, providing an intimate look at the world’s most dire refugee crisis.
As the first filmmakers allowed by the United Nations to register and set-up a tent inside a refugee camp, the men plunge into the heart of the world's most pressing humanitarian crisis since World War II.
The movie will be screened at the Fairfield Museum, 370 Beach Road, on Sunday, Jan. 10, at 12:30 p.m. and 4 p.m., and a discussion will be held. The 4 p.m. event is already sold out but tickets remain for the 12:30 p.m. event.
The filmmakers uncover inspiring stories, including the story of Um Ali, a woman struggling to overcome personal loss and cultural barriers as well as the story of street-smart, 10-year-old Raouf, whose trauma hides just beneath his ever present smile.
It features individuals rallying -- against all odds -- to rebuild their lives and those of their neighbors.
The film is 72 minutes long and will be followed by a panel discussion led by Jack Leslie, chairman of U.S. African Development Foundation and former Chairman of USA for the UN Refugee Agency. Also joining the panel will be Chris Temple, the filmmaker of "Salam Neighbor."
Beverages and a selection of Middle Eastern and traditional hors d’oeuvres will be served before the film screening and following the panel.
Donations will be accepted at the door and proceeds will support The International Institute of Connecticut, a local refugee and immigrant agency and the "Salam Neighbor" project. Seats are limited.
Please RSVP by clicking here.
View the official trailer here.
For more information, call 203-259-1598 or visit the Fairfield Museum and History Center's website here.
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