New film aims to turn oppression into opportunity for women around the globe
Colorado Mountain College in Rifle and Chevron kick off the third year of free PBS Community Cinema screenings on Sept. 28 with “Half the Sky,” the story of turning oppression into opportunity for women throughout the world.
The linked problems of sex trafficking and forced prostitution, gender-based violence, and maternal mortality – which needlessly claim one woman every 90 seconds – present the single most vital opportunity of our time: the opportunity to make a change.
“Half the Sky,” based on the bestselling book by New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof and Pulitzer prize-winning author Sheryl WuDunn, was filmed in 10 countries. It follows celebrity activists America Ferrera, Diane Lane, Eva Mendes, Meg Ryan and Olivia Wilde on a journey to tell the stories of inspiring, courageous individuals.
“More girls have been killed in the last 50 years, precisely because they were girls, than men were killed in all the battles of the twentieth century – we hope ‘Half the Sky’ will be a call to conscience for anyone who reads the book, watches the documentaries or engages with the online content or social media,” said WuDunn.
“Chevron is proud to bring these independent films to Rifle,” said Cary Baird, community engagement specialist. “The company supports opportunities for communities to learn about and have open dialogue around important topics of our time.”
“Half the Sky” will be shown at 7 p.m. in Colorado Mountain College’s Clough Auditorium, 3695 Airport Road, Rifle, followed by a brief discussion and complimentary refreshments. More information at 625-1871.