Join Queer Surf and Cinema Iran for a screening of Palestinian short films on water access, freedom and the sea. Donations go to the family of Sabah Abu Ghanem, a surfer and swim coach featured in the film Gaza Surf Club, and other Gaza surf families.
🗓 Thursday December 12, doors at 6pm, films at 7pm
📍 EastSide Arts Alliance, 2277 International Blvd, Oakland
💲 No one turned away for lack of funds. Suggested Donation $0-$100 or ∞.
Venmo @queersurf with subject FROM THE RIVER. (Venmo last 4 digits 8278)
Donations non-refundable.
Arrive early to cruise through the @bayarealesbianarchives show, it’s one of the last nights to see their exhibit Sister Hold On: Reclaiming Third World Lesbian Imaginaries!
RSVP required for entry.
Masks provided and requested during the screening, please stay home if you're feeling symptomatic. The event space is wheelchair accessible
Films:
Missing Gaza (2006, 14 min)
Qarib Minnk (2023, 13 min)
Drying Up Palestine (2007, 28 min)
About the Sea (2007, 9 min)
+ more!
*The film Gaza Surf Club not being screened at this event, but is available on vimeo.