2024 Through Women's Eyes International Film Festival

BLOCK A

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6 films in package
STILLNESS
A photographer is called in to take photos for a special, very intimate moment in one couple's life.
When Mom is Gone
WHEN MOM IS GONE is the story of a father and his children trying to hold on to life in Afghanistan. After his wife dies, Mohammed is left alone with his six children, the eldest of whom is only 11, in the mountain village of Sumara. Filmed over 35 days, this documentary demonstrates the cost of maternal mortality, the devastation caused by war, and the essential elements of childhood. A touching look at fatherhood, a family, and a country.
Viola
Inspired by true events that took place in the rural town of White Plains, Alabama, VIOLA tells the story of Viola Hyatt, a farmer's daughter who takes matters into her own hands after she is betrayed by two brothers who work on her father's farm.
Piscina (Pool)
Investigating her late grandmother's past leads to an old Brazilian woman living in an abandoned pool. Why? Walk through history to find out.
Glenn, the Great Nature Lover
Glenn loves nature. He meets the love of his life while watching birds. They decide to spend their lives in the forest forever, but preferably on their own terms.
How To Ride A Train
An author finds inspiration for her new book while riding a train in this sexually charged period comedy.

Played at 2021 TWE Festival; Team Choice Award Winner.


WHEN MOM IS GONE is the story of a father and his children trying to hold on to life in Afghanistan. After his wife dies, Mohammed is left alone with his six children, the eldest of whom is only 11, in the mountain village of Sumara. Filmed over 35 days, this documentary demonstrates the cost of maternal mortality, the devastation caused by war, and the essential elements of childhood. A touching look at fatherhood, a family, and a country.


WHAT WE LOVED:

"See the Afghanistan that is NOT reported on in your newspapers - through the eyes of a father and his children. Stunning photography. Will linger in your mind."

 

This film is a part of BLOCK A:

STILLNESS

WHEN MOM IS GONE

VIOLA

POOL

GLENN, THE GREAT NATURE LOVER

HOW TO RIDE A TRAIN


This film can be viewed:

Virtually (Virtual Admission) OR

In-person (March 8, 5:00 PM, Larry R Thompson Academic Center, Morganroth Auditorium)

  • Year
    2020
  • Runtime
    29 minutes
  • Language
    Afghan, Persian
  • Country
    Turkey
  • Director
    Zeynep Kececiler
  • Screenwriter
    Zeynep Kececiler
  • Producer
    Zeynep Kececiler
  • Executive Producer
    Zeynep Kececiler
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