Thursday, November 01, 2007

Seattle Refugee Stories: Two free documentary film screenings on Capitol Hill

Showing at the Capitol Hill Public Library
Capitol Hill Branch -- 425 Harvard Avenue E, Seattle, WA 98102

Sentenced Home
Thursday Nov. 1, 6 p.m.
After settling in Seattle in the 80's, three Cambodian refugees were drawn to
gang life and ultimately ended up in jail. Years later, facing deportation back
to Cambodia, they find themselves caught between a tragic past and an uncertain
future by a system that doesn't offer any second chances.

Many Uch will be on hand to answer questions about the film and his experience.

A Great Wonder
Thursday Nov. 8, 6 p.m.
This film traces the extraordinary journey of three Sudanese youth, "Lost Boys"
of Sudan, who fled war and lived in refugee camps in Ethiopia and Kenya. Having
navigated the hazards of warfare, disease and starvation, their arrival and
resettlement in Seattle is a fascinating immigration story.

Cast member Moses Lual and co-producer Leigh Kimball will be on hand to discuss
the film and where the Sudanese youth are today.

Refreshments provided * Limited free parking available in underground garage

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