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Read More »Venice FF, HIFF Review: ‘Human Flow’ by Ai Wei Wei
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Theater Review (NYC): ‘A Man of Good Hope’
In one of the show's most emblematic moments, Asad's friends recoil when he sticks to his principles and accepts a cup of tea from a woman of what they see as an inferior clan. This operatic true tale from South Africa of a Somali refugee's harrowing journey of survival resonates ringingly in today's Europe and America.
Read More »2017 Oscar Nominated Documentary Short Subject, ‘4.1 Miles’ – An Important Film
The story of The Good Samaritan is the story of '4.1 Miles.'
Read More »Book Review: ‘From Crisis to Calling: Finding Your Moral Center in the Toughest Decisions,’ by Sasha and David Chanoff
From "Crisis to Calling: Finding Your Moral Centre in the Toughest Decisions by Sasha and David Chanoff is filled with powerful stories on tapping into our own moral courage to make critical decisions. From Sasha Chanoff's extraordinary acount of rescuing massacre survivors, to the stories of 8 other brave leaders, it shows how we all face defining moments.
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