Over 160 Afghan girls left their homes in Afghanistan and sought sanctuary in the United States after the withdrawal of US forces in August 2021. In response to this urgent situation, many universities opened their doors. Arizona State University generously offered to host 61 of these girls, all displaying a resolute determination to pursue education despite the constraints imposed by the Taliban regime. Two remarkable individuals, Yalda and Latifa, set out on a challenging journey to turn their aspirations into reality. This documentary captures the formidable obstacles they encountered and overcame in their unwavering pursuit of their dreams. What our screening reviewers said: "A first-person look at the evacuation of young women from Afghanistan in August 2021." This film is a part of BLOCK B:THE LAST HUGI FEEL HIM ALWAYSJASMINE FLOWERSTHE BORDERS NEVER DIETHE SOFT-SKINNED This film can be viewed:Virtually (Virtual Admission) ORIn-person (March 9, 10:00 AM, Sarasota Art Museum, SHS Alumni Auditorium)

THE LAST HUG

Two remarkable individuals, Yalda and Latifa, set out on a challenging journey to turn their aspirations into reality. This documentary captures the formidable obstacles they encountered and overcame in their unwavering pursuit of their dreams.

A young woman stalks the man who assaulted her to the same sinister club where the attack occurred in hopes of seeing his demise. But what DOES she do? What our screening reviewers said: "This is a compelling story/fantasy piece that is well crafted and makes you wonder what you might do." This film is a part of BLOCK B:THE LAST HUGI FEEL HIM ALWAYSJASMINE FLOWERSTHE BORDERS NEVER DIETHE SOFT-SKINNED This film can be viewed:Virtually (Virtual Admission) ORIn-person (March 9, 10:00 AM, Sarasota Art Museum, SHS Alumni Auditorium)

I Feel Him Always

A young woman stalks the man who assaulted her to the same sinister club where the attack occurred in hopes of seeing his demise. But what DOES she do?

An elderly Indian woman who challenges the cultural norm of widows being bad luck decides to go to a wedding uninvited. Instead, she finds herself reevaluating the meaning of traditions, acceptance, and friendship. What our screening reviewers said: "Cross-generational friendships: thank you!"&nbsp;"It's never too late to claim life on your own terms."&nbsp; This film is a part of BLOCK B:THE LAST HUGI FEEL HIM ALWAYSJASMINE FLOWERSTHE BORDERS NEVER DIETHE SOFT-SKINNED This film can be viewed:Virtually (Virtual Admission) ORIn-person (March 9, 10:00 AM, Sarasota Art Museum, SHS Alumni Auditorium)

Jasmine Flowers

An elderly Indian woman who challenges the cultural norm of widows being bad luck decides to go to a wedding uninvited. Instead, she finds herself reevaluating the meaning of traditions, acceptance, and friendship.

A pregnant couple decide to cross the border from Iraq - but what is in store for them on the journey? What would YOU do to escape war in your homeland? What our screening reviewers said: "This one really stuck with me - the couple, the scenery, everything - you can really feel the risks and consequences of their journey. A must-see." This film is a part of BLOCK B:THE LAST HUGI FEEL HIM ALWAYSJASMINE FLOWERSTHE BORDERS NEVER DIETHE SOFT-SKINNED This film can be viewed:Virtually (Virtual Admission) ORIn-person (March 9, 10:00 AM, Sarasota Art Museum, SHS Alumni Auditorium)

THE BORDERS NEVER DIE

A pregnant couple decide to cross the border from Iraq - but what is in store for them on the journey? What would YOU do to escape war in your homeland?

Corporal Kath Davison is a mess. Eight years after deployment to Afghanistan, she faces the ghosts of war when a young Afghan boy turns up on her parent’s doorstep. Based on stories from veterans and asylum seekers, and set in a Melbourne suburb, The Soft-Skinned sheds light on the journey of Afghan refugees as well as the many forms of PTSD experienced by former combatants. What our screening reviewers said: "Made me laugh, made me cry.""I thought differently about PTSD and what soldiers experience - and what happens to refugees.""How do we make connections?""Veterans should watch." This film is a part of BLOCK B:THE LAST HUGI FEEL HIM ALWAYSJASMINE FLOWERSTHE BORDERS NEVER DIETHE SOFT-SKINNED This film can be viewed:Virtually (Virtual Admission) ORIn-person (March 9, 10:00 AM, Sarasota Art Museum, SHS Alumni Auditorium)

The Soft-Skinned

Corporal Kath Davison is a mess. Eight years after deployment to Afghanistan, she faces the ghosts of war when a young Afghan boy turns up on her parent’s doorstep. Based on stories from veterans and asylum seekers, and set in a Melbourne suburb, THE SOFT SKINNED sheds light on the journey of Afghan refugees as well as the many forms of PTSD experienced by former combatants.

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