SPECIAL SCREENINGS

SEEDS
Marjan Safinia, Joseph Boyle
USA, 2004, 89 MINUTES

WORLD PREMIERE

Israeli, Palestinian, Indian, Pakistani, Afghani and American teenagers come together for three extraordinary weeks at the Seeds of Peace International Camp in Maine. Headed by former U.S. State Department Arab-Israeli negotiator Aaron David Miller, the camp exposes the teens to role-playing and trust-building techniques that teach nonviolent communication and respect.

Following the screening, CNN's Judy Woodruff will moderate a discussion with campers from the film, Aaron David Miller and the filmmakers. The evening concludes with a gala reception at Discovery Communications World Headquarters at One Discovery Place, across the street from the AFI Silver.

Tuesday 6/15 at 7:00 p.m.
$40 per person

This film is also part of our Feature Competition category, screening on Thursday 6/17 at 12:45 p.m.

CHARLES GUGGENHEIM SYMPOSIUM:
HONORING BARBARA KOPPLE

HARLAN COUNTY USA
Barbara Kopple
USA, 1976, 103 MINUTES

This second annual symposium celebrating the legacy and outstanding contributions of the late, four-time Academy Award-winning documentarian Charles Guggenheim will honor Barbara Kopple, the two-time Academy Award-winning filmmaker whose credits include HARLAN COUNTY USA, AMERICAN DREAM and WILD MAN BLUES. Kopple's 1976 Oscar-winner HARLAN COUNTY USA will be screened. Kopple will be joined by her mentor Al Maysles and other special guests for this symposium.

Saturday 6/19 at 6:30 p.m.
$25 per person

FREE SPEECH AT WAR

CONTROL ROOM
Jehane Noujaim
USA, 2004, 84 MINUTES

WASHINGTON D.C. PREMIERE

Al Jazeera presents itself as fair and balanced; the current U.S. Administration suggests that it is a mouthpiece for Islamic fundamentalists. Who is right?

CONTROL ROOM goes deep inside Al Jazeera during the early weeks of the Iraq War, offering an in-depth perspective on how it was covered by the leading Arab television outlet. What can Americans learn from seeing the war covered from an Arab perspective?

Pentagon spokesperson Victoria Clarke, filmmaker Jehane Noujaim, Al Jazeera Journalist Hassan Ibrahim and other special guests will discuss free speech during times of war following the screening.

Wednesday 6/16 at 7:00 p.m.
$15 per person

"DRIVE-IN" MOVIE

LET'S ROCK AGAIN
Dick Rude
USA, 2004, 67 MINUTES

A poignant look at the late Joe Strummer's last tour with The Mescaleros. Strummer will always be remembered as the heart and soul of the Clash, and his warmth and generosity come shining through in his friend Dick Rude's debut documentary.

Join SILVERDOCS for a FREE outdoor screening of this special tribute film. Bring your friends and set up as early as 8:00 p.m. Other special guests to be announced.

Location: Downtown Silver Spring; visit SILVERDOCS.com for details.

Friday 6/18 at 9:00 p.m. (FREE Screening) & Thursday 6/17 at 2:30 p.m.

ON THE ROAD: DOCUMENTING THE CANDIDATE

The documentary form has played a unique role in defining the public perception of political candidates. Documentaries both establish the iconography of a political figure as well as invite the viewer behind the scenes to witness the more personal moments that define the figure. Indeed, the best films have the power to transcend the daily news and act as the historical repository for our collective memory of an individual. SILVERDOCS takes a look at some of the important documentaries that help define political candidates, including a special sneak preview of excerpts from George Butler's new film on John Kerry.

Film clips will include:

RFK REMEMBERED (Charles Guggenheim, 1968)
PUMPING IRON (George Butler, 1976)
JOHN KERRY FILM (George Butler, 2004)
LAST MAN STANDING (Paul Stekler, 2004)

A panel discussion follows, moderated by ABC News' Mark Halperin, and featuring George Butler, Paul Stekler and other special guests.

Thursday 6/17 at 7:00 p.m.
$15 per person

D.C. KIDS: FROM STAGE TO SCREEN

CHILDREN WILL LISTEN
Charlene Gilbert
USA, 2004, 57 MINUTES

In 2002, the Kennedy Center invited a group of D.C. public elementary and middle school students to literally "put on a show." Their mission: to stage and produce Steven Sondheim's INTO THE WOODS. From set and costume design to learning lines, the kids were in charge! The film captures the comical moments and not-so-funny frustrations of this groundbreaking educational program.
This project was a collaboration between: the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Education Program; Broadway, Jr.; six Washington D.C. public schools; the School of Communication at American University; AFI and Hallmark Entertainment.
Following the film, the filmmaker and featured students will participate in a panel discussion.
Sunday 6/20 at 3:00 p.m.
$15 for adults, FREE for kids under 12

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