About this Event
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About This Historic Event
GIRMIT: The Fields of Sadness makes its Canadian Premiere in Vancouver - your only chance to see this powerful documentary before it goes mainstream.
What is GIRMIT? This stunning 87-minute documentary tells the heartbreaking true story of 60,000 Indian laborers transported to Fiji between 1879-1920. Most people have never heard this piece of history - until now.
What to Expect:
- Opening remarks by Film Director/Producer
- Full screening on the big screen with cinematic sound
- Closing remarks and discussion
- Beautiful, visually stunning storytelling that will move you
Event Details: 📅 Saturday, October 25th, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 📍 Cineplex Cinemas Coquitlam and VIP 170 Schoolhouse Street, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6V6
🎟️ Limited seating - expected to sell out 🅿️ FREE parking in Cineplex lot 🍿 Concessions available for purchase ⏰ Please arrive on time - bring tickets (digital or paper)
Why This Matters: This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of film history. After Vancouver, GIRMIT continues its global tour to Australia and the USA. The film has already received acclaim in Fiji and New Zealand, plus a nomination at the Nepal International Film Festival.
Need Help or Have Questions? Visit for trailers, press coverage, and more details. Use the contact form if you need ticket assistance or want to volunteer/sponsor.
If we sell out, we may add a second screening - but don't wait!
Hosted by Tom and Anna Dutta, KRE-AT Media www.kreat.ca
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Check in and Seating
🕑: 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Opening Remarks, Film Screening, and Closing Remarks
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Cineplex Cinemas Coquitlam and VIP, 170 Schoolhouse Street, Coquitlam, Canada
CAD 29.00 to CAD 99.00
