From a historic genocide trial to the overthrow of a president, 500 YEARS tells a sweeping story of recent mounting resistance played out in Guatemala, through the actions and perspectives of the majority indigenous Mayan population, who now stand poised … Continue reading 500 YEARS: Life in Resistance | Screening and Director Q&A | September 29 at OWFF 2017
Directed and produced by Michael Premo, Water Warriors tells the successful story of a diverse community coming together to protect their most precious resource, water. New Brunswick, Canada’s province most well known for its forestry, fishing and farming industries, was … Continue reading Water Warriors | Michael Premo | OWFF and Inter Pares September 28
One World Film Festival is excited to launch our 28th annual Festival with an amazing lineup of inspiring and thought-provoking documentaries from Canadian and international filmmakers. The festival runs from September 28th to October 1st and will take place at Saint … Continue reading One World Film Festival 2017 Lineup | 4 Days of Docs & Talks on Global Issues | Sept 28-Oct 1
For over 20 years One World Film Festival has been dedicated to sharing the stories of the unheard and often overlooked. We strive to expand awareness of global issues and facilitate dialogue between communities, while educating people and inspiring them … Continue reading Happy Nunavut Day – Important and Inspiring Documentaries to Watch
Join One World Arts for a special one-night-only screening of the breathtaking and award winning Canadian documentary KONELĪNE: Our Land Beautiful at the ByTowne Cinema (325 Rideau St.) in Ottawa on February 22nd, 2017 at 6:45PM. The screening will be … Continue reading KONELĪNE: Our Land Beautiful Ottawa Premiere and Benefit for One World Arts | February 22
Ottawa’s annual One World Film Festival is back, September 29th to October 2nd, with a program featuring 16 thought-provoking Canadian and international documentaries, 7 talks, and other engaging activities that will inspire you to learn more take action on human … Continue reading OWFF is back this week with 4 days of Docs & Talks on Global Issues | Sept 29 to Oct 2 in Ottawa
Join One World Arts, the Nobel Women’s Initiative, MiningWatch Canada and MC Nigel Newlove (Nation to Nation, APTN) on September 30th at the Library and Archives of Canada for an evening of documentaries and discussions dedicated to raising awareness about … Continue reading On the Frontlines of Indigenous Resistance with the Nobel Women’s Initiative and MiningWatch Canada – September 29th
One World Arts is proud to partner with the Nobel Women’s Initiative to share the inspiring and moving life story of Nobel Peace Prize Winner and indigenous Mayan activist Rigoberta Menchú Tum at the 27th annual One World Film Festival … Continue reading Documentary on Nobel Peace Prize Winner Rigoberta Menchú Tum opens 2016 One World Film Festival