Wednesday, July 31, 5:30pm, Columbus Metropolitan Library [Main Branch] [Auditorium], 96 S. Grant Ave.

The greater Columbus community is invited for a movie screening of the new film, “Where Olive Trees Weep,” followed by a panel discussion with the executive producer of the film, Ashira Darwish.

“Where Olive Trees Weep” is a newly released documentary that details the struggles and the resilience of Palestinians under Israeli occupation. The film follows Palestinian journalist and therapist Ashira Darwish, grassroots activist Ahed Tamimi, and Israeli journalist Amira Hass.

This event is free to attend but requires an RSVP by Tuesday, July 30 at 5pm. Use this link to register.

A message from the producers:

“The film gives background to the current crisis in Israel/Palestine and brings to light the lives of people we met on our 2022 journey in the occupied West Bank. Their universally human stories speak of intergenerational pain, trauma, and resilience. We hope they touch your heart, stir compassion and understanding, and give rise to a pursuit for justice. For without justice, peace remains an empty slogan.”

“Cinema can be a powerful force for change. Our aim is, beyond mere education, to truly move hearts and minds and inspire audiences to echo the calls for freedom, equality and dignity that have gone unanswered for far too long.”

“The film is our modest contribution towards our dream for an end to the occupation in Palestine, the attainment of equal rights and fair treatment for Palestinian people, and the spreading of healing for all intergenerational cycles of trauma in the region.”

This event is free to attend but requires an RSVP by Tuesday, July 30 at 5pm. Use this link to register.

Hosted by Jewish Voice for Peace Central Ohio.