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SEARCHING FOR AMANIThursday, November 7, 2024 @ 7:00 PM
Screening at The First United Methodist Church
603 Main Street, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Panel to follow moderated by Tom Needham of WUSB Radio’s Sounds on Film
SEARCHING FOR AMANI, a character driven coming-of-age story set to the backdrop of a climate crisis, follows thirteen-year-old aspiring journalist, Simon Ali, who finds himself in a world of mystery when his father, a respected conservancy guide, is found dead under suspicious circumstances. Armed with his video camera and an unwavering desire for truth, Simon and his best friend Haron embark on a perilous journey to uncover the secrets behind his father's demise.
Over the course of four years, Simon searches for the answers his family seeks. This thought-provoking film follows Simon's transformative journey from a grief-stricken child to a determined young man, capturing the raw reality of his investigation through his own lens. As a devastating drought rages through Sub-Saharan Africa, conflict erupts and the collateral damage of a warming world is revealed as he begins to fully understand the forces that led to his father’s death. SEARCHING FOR AMANI confronts viewers with harsh truths, refusing to shy away from the difficult realities of our world, making for an impactful viewing experience that showcases the challenges faced by a young boy in his quest for answers.
2024 / USA / Swahili with English Subtitles Directors: Debra Aroko and Nicole Gormley
Running time: 80 minutes
Film Info: https://www.searchingforamani.com/
Discounted season passes, $58, or individual tickets, $10, at: www.portjeffdocumentaryseries.com/ticketsvenues
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The First United Methodist Church of Port Jefferson, NY, 603 Main St, Port Jefferson, NY 11777-1655, United States,Port Jefferson, New York
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