War/Dance http://www.wardance.org in times of war they dance Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:17:36 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.1 en Event: Two War/Dance Children in Concert in Washington, DC http://www.wardance.org/2008/08/13/event-two-wardance-children-in-concert-in-washington-dc/ http://www.wardance.org/2008/08/13/event-two-wardance-children-in-concert-in-washington-dc/#comments Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:17:36 +0000 dina http://www.wardance.org/2008/08/13/event-two-wardance-children-in-concert-in-washington-dc/ SHARETHIS.addEntry( { title: "Event: Two War/Dance Children in Concert in Washington, DC", url: "http://www.wardance.org/2008/08/13/event-two-wardance-children-in-concert-in-washington-dc/" } ); ]]> From Sean & Andrea Fine, creators of War/Dance:

In 2006 Fine Films and Shine Global completed production on “War/Dance”, a feature documentary that follows the lives of three children from a northern Ugandan refugee camp and the power of music to escape the brutality of a 20 year long civil war. The film went on to win over 20 national and international awards, including ‘Best Directing’ at Sundance and a 2007 Academy Award nomination for ‘Best Documentary’. The film’s theatrical and DVD release has greatly helped to spread awareness about the alarming brutality of this war, characterized by the UN’s Jan Egeland, as one of the worst humanitarian disasters of our time. Fine Films has kept in regular contact with children and started a scholarship and music fund that hopes to better the lives of the children who can’t escape the violence of this seemingly endless war. Thus far, the film’s outreach has raised scholarship funds to support the education of eleven Patongo students in safe boarding schools in the capital city, and construction will soon begin on a music center in the camp.

Two of the children in the film, Dominic Akena and John Okello, are visiting the United States for the first time. Dominic is a former child soldier and John’s family has been deeply traumatized by the multiple kidnappings of his father. Both boys have found refuge from the war in music. On August 21st, Dominic and John will accompany celebrated Ugandan artist, Samite, from Musicians For World Harmony, to perform a tribute concert about the power of music to heal and inspire. The event will start at 7:00pm at the Meridian House at 1630 Crescent Place, NW, Washington DC 20009. Following the performance, enjoy a cocktail and meet these inspirational young gentleman.

Please join us in welcoming Dominic and John to our nation’s capital. We look forward to having you join us for an amazing evening of music and support.

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]]> http://www.wardance.org/2008/08/13/event-two-wardance-children-in-concert-in-washington-dc/feed/ War/Dance Available at Best Buy http://www.wardance.org/2008/05/16/wardance-available-at-best-buy/ http://www.wardance.org/2008/05/16/wardance-available-at-best-buy/#comments Fri, 16 May 2008 17:07:09 +0000 dina http://www.wardance.org/2008/05/16/wardance-available-at-best-buy/ SHARETHIS.addEntry( { title: "War/Dance Available at Best Buy", url: "http://www.wardance.org/2008/05/16/wardance-available-at-best-buy/" } ); ]]> Good news! War/Dance is now available at Best Buy. Stop by your local store or visit their web site.

To find a Best Buy near you, use their Store Locator.

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]]> http://www.wardance.org/2008/05/16/wardance-available-at-best-buy/feed/ War/Dance DVD Buzz http://www.wardance.org/2008/05/14/wardance-dvd-buzz/ http://www.wardance.org/2008/05/14/wardance-dvd-buzz/#comments Wed, 14 May 2008 16:19:05 +0000 dina http://www.wardance.org/2008/05/14/wardance-dvd-buzz/ SHARETHIS.addEntry( { title: "War/Dance DVD Buzz", url: "http://www.wardance.org/2008/05/14/wardance-dvd-buzz/" } ); ]]> Did you know the War/Dance DVD contains extras - deleted scenes, theatrical trailer, and a trailer gallery? Great extra material you wouldn’t have seen if you caught the film in cinemas!

Response to the DVD has been very positive. Some examples:

  •  EURweb.com gives it a rating of Excellent (3.5 stars)
  • EFilmCritic.com gives it a rating of 100% Worth a Look (4 stars)
  • Rotten Tomatoes gives it 7.2/10 stars and says “Beautifully filmed, heartbreaking and uplifting.”
  • Gather.com gives it a 10/10 rating.

People are loving the film and people are understanding its message. Have you seen War/Dance yet? Watch a movie, save a life!

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]]> http://www.wardance.org/2008/05/14/wardance-dvd-buzz/feed/ WAR/DANCE on DVD April 15th! http://www.wardance.org/2008/04/08/wardance-on-dvd-april-15th/ http://www.wardance.org/2008/04/08/wardance-on-dvd-april-15th/#comments Tue, 08 Apr 2008 16:08:03 +0000 dina http://www.wardance.org/2008/04/08/wardance-on-dvd-april-15th/ SHARETHIS.addEntry( { title: "WAR/DANCE on DVD April 15th!", url: "http://www.wardance.org/2008/04/08/wardance-on-dvd-april-15th/" } ); ]]> GREAT NEWS for everyone who’s been asking for WAR/DANCE on DVD! It will be available for purchase on Amazon.com or rental via Netflix on April 15th!

Now you can enjoy the amazing, moving experience of WAR/DANCE in the comfort of your home.

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Please spread the word to your friends and family.

Also, if you have seen WAR/DANCE and feel inclined, we would appreciate any positive comments you have to say about it on Amazon.com. Many customers take the reviews very seriously, so please consider helping us promote the DVD!

Buy or rent the DVD. Watch a movie, save a life.

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]]> http://www.wardance.org/2008/04/08/wardance-on-dvd-april-15th/feed/ Remaining Screenings in March http://www.wardance.org/2008/03/21/remaining-screenings-in-march/ http://www.wardance.org/2008/03/21/remaining-screenings-in-march/#comments Fri, 21 Mar 2008 17:46:59 +0000 dina http://www.wardance.org/2008/03/21/remaining-screenings-in-march/ SHARETHIS.addEntry( { title: "Remaining Screenings in March", url: "http://www.wardance.org/2008/03/21/remaining-screenings-in-march/" } ); ]]> War/Dance is in the midst of another round of screenings across the country through the end of March. The latest dates are:

3/21/08
Washington, DC
Avalon Theatre
5612 Connecticut Ave, NW
Washington, DC
(202)966-6000

3/21/08
Grand Rapids, MI
Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts
41 Sheldon Boulevard SE
Grand Rapids, Michigan
(616)454-7000

3/24/08
Bar Harbor, ME
Reel Pizza Cinerama
33 Kennebec Place
Bar Harbor, Maine
(207)288-3811

Please support this film when it comes to your area. Watch a film, save a life!

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]]> http://www.wardance.org/2008/03/21/remaining-screenings-in-march/feed/ War/Dance in DC 3/21/08 http://www.wardance.org/2008/03/21/wardance-in-dc-32108/ http://www.wardance.org/2008/03/21/wardance-in-dc-32108/#comments Fri, 21 Mar 2008 17:36:43 +0000 dina http://www.wardance.org/2008/03/21/wardance-in-dc-32208/ SHARETHIS.addEntry( { title: "War/Dance in DC 3/21/08", url: "http://www.wardance.org/2008/03/21/wardance-in-dc-32108/" } ); ]]> War/Dance is reopening in DC starting Friday, 3/21/08, at the Avalon Theatre.
Address: 5612 Connecticut Ave, Washington, DC
Phone: (202)966-6000

Following the Friday night 8:15 show, Andrea and Sean Fine will be holding a director’s question and answer session.

Be sure to stop by. See a great film and talk to some great people.

Want to spread the word? Click the thumbnail for an awesome eCard you can e-mail to your family and friends.
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]]> http://www.wardance.org/2008/03/21/wardance-in-dc-32108/feed/ War/Dance Nominated for Oscar http://www.wardance.org/2008/02/06/wardance-nominated-for-oscar/ http://www.wardance.org/2008/02/06/wardance-nominated-for-oscar/#comments Wed, 06 Feb 2008 18:48:53 +0000 dina http://www.wardance.org/2008/02/06/wardance-nominated-for-oscar/ SHARETHIS.addEntry( { title: "War/Dance Nominated for Oscar", url: "http://www.wardance.org/2008/02/06/wardance-nominated-for-oscar/" } ); ]]> Great news! War/Dance has been nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. See more information about the nomination at the Academy Award web site.

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]]> http://www.wardance.org/2008/02/06/wardance-nominated-for-oscar/feed/ New Screenings February 2008 http://www.wardance.org/2008/02/06/new-screenings-february-2008/ http://www.wardance.org/2008/02/06/new-screenings-february-2008/#comments Wed, 06 Feb 2008 18:46:33 +0000 dina http://www.wardance.org/2008/02/06/new-screenings-february-2008/ SHARETHIS.addEntry( { title: "New Screenings February 2008", url: "http://www.wardance.org/2008/02/06/new-screenings-february-2008/" } ); ]]> War/Dance is in the midst of another round of screenings across the country through February. The latest dates are:

2/7/08
Detroit, MI
Detroit Institute of Arts
5200 Woodward Ave
Detroit, Michigan
(313) 833-4005

2/8/08
Lincoln, NE
Ross Film Center
313 N. 13 Street
Lincoln, Nebraska
(402) 472-5353

2/8/08
Dallas, TX
Inwood Theatre
5458 West Lovers Lane at Inwood
Dallas, Texas
(214) 764-9106

2/15/08
Hartford, CT
Real Art Ways
56 Arbor St
Hartford, Connecticut
(860) 232 -1006

2/21/08
Bellingham, WA
Pickford Cinema
1416 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham, Washington
(360) 738-0735

Please support this film when it comes to your area. Watch a film, save a life!

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]]> http://www.wardance.org/2008/02/06/new-screenings-february-2008/feed/ Mark Your Calendar for Weekend Screenings http://www.wardance.org/2007/11/15/mark-your-calendar-for-weekend-screenings/ http://www.wardance.org/2007/11/15/mark-your-calendar-for-weekend-screenings/#comments Thu, 15 Nov 2007 03:24:15 +0000 dina http://www.wardance.org/2007/11/15/mark-your-calendar-for-weekend-screenings/ SHARETHIS.addEntry( { title: "Mark Your Calendar for Weekend Screenings", url: "http://www.wardance.org/2007/11/15/mark-your-calendar-for-weekend-screenings/" } ); ]]> Update: The venue for the upcoming Washington DC showing of War/Dance (November 16) has changed to Dupont Loews. For a complete listing of dates and locations for War/Dance, click here. To find a participating theatre near you visit War/Dance on Moviefone.

We encourage you to attend weekend screenings of War/Dance as their success is crucial to keeping the film in cinemas.

Pass the word along to everyone you know. 100% of Shine Global profits (the film’s producers) from War/Dance goes back to charity. Ticket sales help the children in Uganda! Make a difference: see War/Dance in theatres and know you’re doing good while you enjoy a great film.

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Photograph by Abbie Trayler-Smith, courtesy of THINKFilm.

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]]> http://www.wardance.org/2007/11/15/mark-your-calendar-for-weekend-screenings/feed/ Official Movie Site Launches http://www.wardance.org/2007/11/07/official-movie-site-launches/ http://www.wardance.org/2007/11/07/official-movie-site-launches/#comments Wed, 07 Nov 2007 17:05:51 +0000 wardancer http://www.wardance.org/2007/11/07/official-movie-site-launches/ SHARETHIS.addEntry( { title: "Official Movie Site Launches", url: "http://www.wardance.org/2007/11/07/official-movie-site-launches/" } ); ]]> Wardance

The official movie site has just launched, and you can get more information on the children, the cause and the film itself.

http://www.wardancethemovie.com

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