2017 One Book Film Festival: The Cut

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In 1915 a man survives the Armenian genocide in the Ottoman Empire, but loses his family, speech and faith. One night he learns that his twin daughters may be alive, and goes on a quest to find them.  Directed by Fatih Akin, 138 minutes, Germany/Turkey, 2014. 

Part of 9-film international screenings that speak to the themes of peacemaking, migration, resilience and reconciliation featured in the 2017 One Book San Diego selection The Sandcastle Girls by NYT bestselling novelist Chris Bohjalian. Introductions and post-screening audience discussion led by SDSU Professor and KPBS blogger Rebecca Romani.

Visit this link for a full schedule of the screenings.

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