For Immediate Release
October 6th, 2023
Surrey, BC
Shakti Film Festival brings two nights of thought provoking films that will inspire and change your worldview to create a better world, for girls and women
October 13th - Opening Night Reception
Red carpet, refreshments, films, conversations
VYARTH- In a society where women are often seen as vulnerable and powerless, Suman challenges these stereotypes and fights for her life. Will she succeed?
EXCHANGE - What will people do for money and survival? A story of desperation and exploitation
TWICE COLONIZED - When Inuit lawyer, Aaju Peter’s son unexpectedly passes away, she embarks on a personal journey to bring her colonizers in both Canada and Denmark to justice.
6-10 p.m.
October 14th - Closing Night Celebration
Red carpet, refreshments, films, conversations
TREE OF LIFE - Heartfelt, dramatic short directed by CapU Indigenous Digital Film student,
Hannah Jones.
SPLIT ENDS - Short film about the confrontation of young Iranian boys and girls with the law of mandatory hijab and the Iranian Morality Police
MADE IN BANGLADESH- When Shimu is faced with difficult conditions at work, she decides to start a union with her co-workers. Despite threats from management and disapproval of her husband, Shimu is determined to succeed.
6-10 p.m.
Tickets: $25 each night or $45 festival pass
Surrey SFU, Central City
13450-102 AVENUE
SURREY, BC V3T 5X4
https://filmfreeway.com/ShaktiFilmFestival-3/tickets
Call 604-307-8796 for more information.
Best Film – $100
Best Student Film – $100
Best Documentary Film – $100
Best Short Film – $100
