mini-SIFFT
Saturday May 3 2014, 10am-6pm
Location:Cardinal Ambrozic Catholic Secondary School
Address:10 Castle Oaks Crossing
Phone:(416) 898-4484
URL: http://sifftoronto.com
SIFFT comes to Brampton
By popular demand a special one-day only encore presentation
Under the umbrella of the Sikh Foundation of Canada, the Sikh International Film Festival (SIFFT) seeks to promote Sikh heritage and culture through the medium of film. Our goals for SIFFT are to support and encourage the production and promotion of films based on the wealth of Sikh stories and perspectives, share them with mainstream and industry audiences and create opportunities and resources for the next generation of filmmakers.
The inaugural Sikh International Film Festival (SIFFT) took place in Fall of 2013 at the AGO, with the excitement from our event fresh in our minds, festival organizers are pleased to host mini-SIFFT on Saturday, May 3rd at Cardinal Ambrozic Catholic Secondary School, 10 Castle Oaks Crossing, Brampton at 10:00am.
"We are so excited to share some remarkable stories. With this festival, we will honour our history and promote awareness and understanding of the cultural heritage and values of the Sikh-Canadian community, says Kulbinder Saran Caldwell, Co-Chair of the SIFFT Committee.
Mini-SIFFT will showcase a variety of films, including Lumber Lions, Humble The Poet, Leaving our Mark, I Run While Talking to God, Grand Pa, Sikh Fromaggio, Raiders Origins and Oak Creek. Watch the SIFFT trailer for a preview of some of the films.
Along with the film screenings, the festival will include a Pictorial lecture on Maharaja Ranjit Singh and the Court of Lahore by B.S. (Lally) Marwah and welcomes community partners who will share their programs & services with our audience.
"The Sikh community has started to celebrate its deep roots in this country. While many Canadians are aware of the prowess of the community in all things financial and political, this festival will show the depth of the community in all aspects of the human spirit," says Sat Gosal, Sikh Foundation of Canada board member.
The Sikh International Film Festival Toronto is Canada's Premier celebration of Sikh stories and will encourage filmgoers to discuss and cultivate their appreciation for Sikh culture. The festival also aims to inspire young Sikhs to pursue a career in the arts.
SIFFT is supported by the Sikh Foundation of Canada, which promotes greater understanding of the Sikh presence in Canada and highlights their contributions with a focus on arts, education and culture.
Source - http://www.snapbram.com/index.php?option=com_sngevents&id%5B0%5D=669344〈=en