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GI Film Festival Documentary Block

Saturday, May 21, 2022 at 2:15 PM
Museum of Photographic Arts at the San Diego Museum of Art (MOPA @ SDMA) in Balboa Park
Admission for most in-person screening events is $10 or $8 for military, veterans, and KPBS members.
Video on demand (VOD) rental available

Making its return to the big screen is the GI Film Festival San Diego, a multi-day military-themed event dedicated to presenting films and events for, by and about military and veterans.

Three documentary shorts that explore resiliency, healing, and forgiveness:

"Veterans Journey Home: On Black Mountain"
Directed by Frederick Marx
Women veterans experience a four-month mindfulness meditation-based workshop to confront the demons connected to their military service.

On Black Mountain: Trailer

"Down on the Ranch"
Directed by Scott Campbell
A ranch owner volunteers her time and horses to provide equestrian assisted services for veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Down on the Ranch: Trailer

"The Monument of Tolerance"
Directed by Elizabeth Suter, Tracie Hunter
75 years after the end of World War II, veterans from both the Allied and Axis forces, and survivors of the Holocaust, come together to reconcile and put tolerance into practice.

The Monument of Tolerance - Trailer

More about GI Film Fest:

This year’s film festival is scheduled for May 17-21, 2022 with all screenings happening in-person at the Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) in Balboa Park. The 2022 festival features 27 films for, by, and about military and veterans. Virtual options are available.

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A project of KPBS, the GI Film Festival San Diego is a multi-day showcase of films for, by, and about military and veteran experiences. Films featured in the festival reveal the struggles, triumphs, and experiences of service members and veterans. The festival also provides veterans and service members with an opportunity to further their creative skills.

Documentaries, shorts, narratives, and feature-length films are presented. Post-screening discussions with filmmakers, actors and documentary subjects are also part of the festival. This event takes place annually in May and is open to veterans, service members, military families, and civilians. All are welcome to catch a film, be inspired, and build community.

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Museum of Photographic Arts at the San Diego Museum of Art (MOPA @ SDMA) in Balboa Park

1649 El Prado
San Diego, California 92101
619-238-7559
info@mopa.org

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Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending.