- Film Collection
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Film Collection is an annual screening event in
New York City and around the world; a showcase for new independent films by emerging filmmakers; and a significant initiative to raise awareness and funds for non-profit organizations.Founded by filmmaker Topaz Adizes in March 2006, the events take place at the
IFC Center . According to Adizes, "our mission is to build a worldwide audience that empowers themselves to impact their communities. We believe that by telling stories, we are creating greater understanding of the world we live in and reminding ourselves of our shared humanity."The first Film Collection raised funds and awareness for the
Daniel Pearl Foundation , . [http://www.danielpearl.org/docs/FilmCollection2006_PressReleaseFinal.pdf] [http://danielpearl.org] , created in memory of journalistDaniel Pearl to further the ideals that inspired Daniel's life and work. The foundation's mission is to promote cross-cultural understanding through journalism, music, and innovative communications. The event was preceded by a talk by Daniel's widow, Mariane. The 2007 Film Collection raised money forSeeds of Peace , whose stated aim is "to empower young leaders from regions of conflict with the leadership skills required to advance reconciliation and coexistence". [http://www.seedsofpeace.org]Film Collection is slated to hold future screenings in
Amman ,Jordan andHavana ,Cuba .The films showcased at Film Collection have gone on to win numerous awards at domestic and international film festivals. "Unsettled", a film by Adam Hootnick about the Israeli withdrawals from the
Gaza strip, earned best documentary at theSlamdance film festival. [http://www.indiewire.com/ots/2007/01/park_city_07_da_7.html] "Autumn's Eyes", directed by Gabriel Noble and Paola Mendoza, about a New York three-year old separated from her incarcerated mother, won best editing at theWoodstock Film Festival . [http://2006.sxsw.com/film/screenings/film/F5401.html] [http://www.indiewire.com/ots/2006/10/woodstock_offer.html]External links
* http://www.filmcollection2007.com
* http://wcbstv.com/video/?cid=48
* http://www.unsettledmovie.com
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