American Arab
American Arab (working title) is a feature-length documentary that will spark frank conversations about the identity of, and perceptions about, Arab-Americans. Seamlessly weaving historical footage, animation, as well as real-life scenes of people living as Arabs in the U.S., the film will put a human face on the vague complexities of racism in post-9/11 America. American Arab is a project of Kartemquin's first Diversity Fellow.
Monday, February 8
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Milking the Rhino - California Screening
Avenidas Senior Center, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto CA
Tuesday, February 9
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At the Death House Door - Missouri screening
Cape Girardeau Public Library, Cape Girardeau, MO
Wednesday, February 10
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The New Americans - Napa Library Screening
Community Meeting Room, Napa Main Library, 580 Coombs St., Napa
Kartemquin Films is a home for independent filmmakers developing documentary as a vehicle to deepen our understanding of society through everyday human drama. Focusing on people whose lives are most directly affected by social and political change and who are often overlooked or misrepresented by the media, Kartemquin's films open up a dialogue, both in communities and between the general public and policymakers.
Kartemquin documentaries are supported by civic engagement strategies that are developed with local and national partners to foster understanding, change thinking, and build support for social change. As a locally and nationally-recognized media arts organization, Kartemquin acts as a trusted bridge between communities and the media, fosters the growth of emerging filmmaking voices passionate about social issues and media policy, and encourages staff and stakeholders to play a role in advocating for a strong public media.
Kartemquin is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization.
The deadline for Spring internships at Kartemquin has passed. Applications are currently being accepted for Summer 2010. The application deadline is May 1st 2010.