Arbitrary detention is common in Haiti and the judicial system is failing. An innocent puppeteer will spend 407 days in prison for no reason. Today, his puppets are denouncing what he has lived through.

407 Days

An innocent puppeteer spends 407 days wrongfully imprisoned.

A Violinist girl wants to enter an administrative building but as she lacks the formal hijab, she must stay in the waiting room. She is inspired by the events in the room to make her new piece.

Inner Self

A Violinist girl wants to enter an administrative building but as she lacks the formal hijab, she must stay in the waiting room. She is inspired by the events in the room to make her new piece.

Can Art Stop A Bullet Filmmaker Comment

William Kelly, widely considered the social conscience of Australian art, once said: “Art can’t stop a bullet, but it can stop a bullet from being fired.” Can it? Filmed on five continents, with contributions from over 20 artists, thinkers and activists, this documentary explores the power of art to influence the violence in the world.

Can Art Stop a Bullet: William Kelly’s Big Picture

William Kelly, widely considered the social conscience of Australian art, once said: “Art can’t stop a bullet, but it can stop a bullet from being fired.” Can it?

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