Artscapes: Creative minds, artistic pursuits and inventive filmmaking
Revolution in exile is an everyday practice for four artists after fleeing their homeland due to the Syrian uprising. Surviving the largest displacement of refugees in modern history creates a difficult path for those rebuilding their lives, but a rapper, dancer, visual artist and punk-rock musician choose to express their experiences through their art. Residing in different parts of Europe, these four artists reflect on life before and after the war. Rather than staying quiet or trying to forget, they remain uncensored as they use their creativity to resist the Syrian government from abroad. These are their lives and their story will never die. Samah Ali
Includes special extended Q&A with director David Henry Gerson, artist and activist Shepard Fairey, and film subjects Diala Brisly and Abu Hajar, moderated by Peter Debruge, chief film critic for Variety.
Co-presented with Syria Film Festival Toronto
Artscapes program sponsored by
The Story Won't Die and its Q&A are presented with support from the U.S. Consulate General of Toronto
MEDIA COVERAGE
- Variety - The Story Won't Die Director and Artists Talk Art, Activism, and Audience