Mightier Than the Sword
A documentary project by Vancouver’s Journeys to the Edge
A documentary project by Vancouver’s Journeys to the Edge
The Entertainment Media Arts Society is pleased to announce a project partnership with Journeys to the Edge, headed by J2E Directors Roberta Staley and Tallulah Photography of Vancouver, British Columbia.
This summer, the J2E team is filming a documentary in Afghanistan titled 'Mightier Than the Sword' showcasing Afghanistan’s young emerging female filmmakers' and journalists' efforts to have their voices heard within an ultra-conservative society.
The main character is 20-year-old Mubareka Sahar Fetrat ('Sahar') of Kabul, a prolific documentarian, and outstanding example of Afghan youth deeply committed to helping nurture women’s equality.
'Mightier Than the Sword' will diary Sahar as she films another documentary this summer, in the busy, dusty streets of Kabul.
Sahar's impressive list of film credits, includes:
'Kabul Cards' which chronicles the lives of three young Afghan girls in Kabul.
'Do Not Trust My Silence!' follows the story of Afghan women living with ubiquitous street harassment
J2E is seeking to raise a film development budget of $30,000.
The Entertainment Media Arts Society is pleased to accept donations in support of 'Mightier Than The Sword' film production. Charitable donations are eligible for appropriate tax receipts. Please send your cheques to the attention of
Roberta Staley at 108 - 975 West 13 Ave. Vancouver, BC V5Z 1P4.
Donations may also be made by Interac email transaction deposit.
If you have any questions, please contact Roberta Staley at rstaley@shaw.ca or 604.738.9251. Website: http://journeystotheedge.com, or contact Jacqueline Feldman, Executive Director of Entertainment Media Arts Society at 604.720.2174 or email steelnblues@telus.net. .
All donors will receive copies of the film, an invite to the preview screening, and a special gift.
J2E and EMA thank you for your consideration and generosity.
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