LPFF NEWS
The Sun and Moon Still Rise
An intimate visual narrative of life, resilience and humanity in Gaza, through photographer Fadi A. Thabet’s own lived experience and work within the city
17 April – 9 May
Patrick Studios
With East Street Arts
Artist Open Call
Open call for 3 Leeds-based artists
Invitation to create new work.
Presented by East Street Arts in partnership with Bethlehem Arts Festival, Leeds Palestinian Film Festival and cultural producer Shazia Bibi, this open call invites creatives to create new work inspired by Thabet’s photography or by the themes of resilience, reimagining and hope in times of crisis.
Palestine 36
Another chance to catch this Oscar-nominated historical drama that quickly sold out in November.
Friday 10 April 7.30pm
Otley Courthouse LS21
With Wharfedale Friends of Palestine and Otley Film Society
The Loud Silence
A new short film made by our Associate Director Juman Quneis, about the silent vigils of Leeds Women in Black, is available to borrow.
For details go to the film’s website.
Empowering Women in Gaza
Thanks to your donations of over £6,000, recruitment of 20 women to train as filmmakers in Gaza has begun.
