Since we are expected to live under an economic agenda that keeps most
of us poor, isn't it logical we at least have the right to create and live in
communities of our peers?
If you haven't yet realized it ... the answer is a loud and unequivocal
NO.
Unarmed Verses offers one glimpse into one family living in one
community in one city ruled by the capitalist forces of me and mine and damn
the rest. We're invited to see
from the perspective of one Francine Valentine, a 12 year old immigrant from
Antigua, brought to Canada by her father.
He wanted Francine to have access to a better system of education. It's doubtful whether he, or any
immigrant, completely understands the challenges facing all Canadians as we
struggle to maintain our kinder, more socialistic heritage (First Nations
genocide aside).
Despite its sombre message, the film is lovely portrayal of a community
that offers solidarity, and opportunities for music and art we all ought to be
entitled to.
Is the "Revitalization Project" going to make these peoples'
lives any better? And if not, why
are projects like it able to move forward? Who really benefits?
Where is Francine now?
Unarmed Verses screens at 6:30 pm Friday February 2nd at Capitol 6, and 1:30 pm February 11th at The Vic. Get your tickets now.
Unarmed Verses (Trailer) from NFB/marketing on Vimeo.
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