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FEATURES / SPECIALS
Specials:
Special on Africa - Premiere Issue |
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Punctured Hope: Art and Activism
"When we undertake a project of such political, cultural and emotional magnitude, we do so with a mission that encompasses our craft as serious film-makers with our conscience as citizens of a global community," Pischiutta notes. |
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Punctured Hope: The Agony of Trokosi Through the Eyes of an Irrepressible Survivor
"Punctured Hope has given me a platform I had never dreamed might be possible for me. It has become a way for me to make a political, cultural and social statement to help the thousands of young girls and women who continue to suffer from the practice of Trokosi. |
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Vision for a Village
"We are returning 10% of the proceeds of the film to Kpobikofe Village. Our long-term goals include the development of a utilities infrastructure enabling residents to access power and clean, safe water." |
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Toronto Pictures Film Academy of Ghana
Founded in May 2005, it is the first such institution in West Africa. "Our artistic mission is to elevate awareness and influence political and cultural consciousness globally, regarding issues of our moment, not only to Africa, but to human rights internationally". |
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Ghanaian Leaders
In hopes of initiating a discussion aimed at eradicating the practice of Trokosi, Contributor Emily Bowers spoke with community leaders in Accra about the way that Punctured Hope could impact Ghanaian society. |
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Bruno Pischiutta
He became an instant celebrity in 1977 with his provocative film Compagne Nude, almost 30 years later this multi-talented maverick continues to tell the hard-edged stories that need to be told and does it on his own terms. |
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Vision for a Village - May/November 2006 Issue
"Their remarkable culture we seek only to enhance, not modify or violate in any inappropriate manner. By offering them the amenities of more developed communities, we know their lives will be greatly improved without our cultural intrusion." |
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Toronto Pictures Film Academy of Ghana - May/November 2006 Issue
The Academy is a registered member of the International Artist Alliance, a body responsible for Actors across Ghana, Togo, Benin and Nigeria. Members of the professional Ghana Actors Guild serve as adjunct faculty to the Academy. |
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