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We Are Not Princesses

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Sara Maamouri is a documentary filmmaker and editor who has explored a diverse range of topics for over 15 years. Her work has touched on social, educational and political issues, from former enemies bound together through loss and discovery (In This Waiting, 2011) to rebuilding a life in a former war zone (Amal's Garden, 2012) and reinventing a country as the world watches (A Revolution in Four Seasons, Hot Docs 2016).  Bridgette Auger is an artist and filmmaker strongly committed to using art for social change who has lived and worked in the Middle East for over 12 years. We have conducted an interview with them about their latest project " We Are Not Princesses ". How do you portray "incredible strength and spirit" in filming? We Are Not Princesses is a documentary about the strength and spirit of four Syrian women living as refugees in Beirut. Our film uses intimate footage and animation to follow how this group of women find laughter and p...

Interview with independent artist Peter Jam

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Peter Jam (Jambazian), a Lebanese-Armenian independent artist , global rights activist, singer, music composer, motivational speaker, and inspirational world traveler for peace and justice, was born in the midst of the Lebanese civil war in Beirut. He has taken the motto 'Positive message through the power of Music, Art and Speech' to over 40 countries with the goal to inspire and transform. We have conducted an interview with him. What is the genre of your latest album “Universality” ? "Universality" is a compilation album that includes different genres and languages with a mix of cultural instruments, and rock is present in most of the songs. Which 3 songs are your personal favorites? Well, it is hard for me to pick 3 songs because I put all of my heart and soul in each song I have written, as if it is a part of me, and each song is unique. But If I am forced to choose I can say 'Never let go,' 'Listen to yourself' and 'Zepure...