The Best Of Global Lens: Africa (Special Edition)

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First Run Features presents a New DVD Box Set -- THE BEST OF GLOBAL LENS: AFRICA HOLLOW CITY (Angola) One of the few films to have been made in Angola since it was torn apart by civil war, this stunning drama about a war orphan who escapes from his caretakers to find the village where he grew up is set in Luanda in the aftermath of the war. "By turns eye-opening and terrifying." -Boston Globe THE NIGHT OF TRUTH (Burkina Faso) This award-winning debut feature by one of Africa"s most talented female directors takes place in an unnamed country, where two peoples have finally embarked on a path to peace after a decade of atrocities. "Pertinent rather than exploitative....With originality and heart." -The New York Times ANOTHER MAN"S GARDEN (Mozambique) Sofia, a young girl in Mozambique who is studying to be a doctor, finds that her professor wants more from her than hard work. This acclaimed feature debut brings to light the terrible struggle women in many African countries face. "Richly atmospheric and full of telling details." -Museum of Modern Art BUNNY CHOW (South Africa) Three up-and-coming comedians make clear that life in the "new" Johannesburg is not just about hardship and townships. It"s also relationships, hanging out and celebrating life on a raucous road trip to music fest Oppi Koppi. "Stylish energy...recalls early Spike Lee." -The Hollywood Reporter BONUS FEATURES INCLUDE Director"s Notes Biographies Photo Galleries Africa in Context Resource Guide