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DESCRIPTION:"This is not entertainment, this is a closer look at life." - Lisa Gerrard, 
 vocal contributor to "Baraka" discussing the thought-provoking 
 film.\n\nPlease join us this Friday 8/25 @ 6pm for an opportunity to view 
 the digitally restored Blu-ray of "Baraka" on the big screen in our 
 theater, experience a danza Mexica (Azteca) presentation, and importantly - 
 to discuss and reflect upon our interconnectedness as human beings, and as 
 living beings. "Baraka" takes the viewer around the world to consider the 
 awe-inspiring and destructive aspects of the natural world and humanity. 
 Released in 1992, the film is still relevant today. After viewing a range 
 of spiritual and cultural practices from around the world, as well as 
 places such as Auschwitz, killing fields of Phnom Penh, people digging 
 through trash heaps, ruins of ancient civilizations, natural forces and 
 wonders (including an eclipse)--we hope to have a conversation about the 
 role of arts and culture in civic engagement.  What is the world that we 
 want to see, and how do arts and culture help us get there?\n\nVegetarian 
 food & coffee available, with donations encouraged. Seating is limited. 
 Doors open @ 5:40pm. You can arrive early and visit OACC's current exhibits 
 (free & open to public): "Creativity Unconfined: Handcrafted Objects from 
 WWII Internment Camps" (on exhibit until Sept. 14, 2017) and abstract art 
 by Fong Fai of San Francisco (www.fongfai.com) . \n\nThe events are free 
 and open to the public, and donations are gratefully appreciated. "Baraka" 
 is 97 minutes long and Not Rated. \n\nAbout the Film:\nFilmed in 25 
 countries on 6 continents, the film brings together a series of stunningly 
 photographed scenes to capture what director Ron Fricke calls “a guided 
 meditation on humanity.” Producer Mark Magidson explains "The goal of the 
 film was to reach past language, nationality, religion, and politics and 
 speak to the inner viewer."  For more about the films: 
 http://www.barakasamsara.com/\n\nWe will also be screening "Samsara" 
 Friday, Sept. 29 6-9pm with Polynesian dance presentation by Halau 
 KaUaTuahine of Berkeley, light refreshments, and discussion.\n\nThis 
 project is supported by California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the 
 National Endowment for the Humanaities. Visit calhum.org. \n\nCo-sponsored 
 by the Center for Asian American Media (CAAM). Visit 
 http://caamedia.org/\n\nOACC is supported by the City of Oakland, The San 
 Francisco Foundation, Hewlett Foundation, City of Oakland Cultural Funding 
 Program, Asian Pacific Fund, Macpherson Fund at the East Bay Community 
 Foundation, and individual donors.\n 
 https://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2017/08/22/18802100.php
SUMMARY:"Baraka" Screening with Danza Azteca, discussion, & refreshments
LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center (OACC)\n388 9th Street (@ Franklin), Suite 
 290\nOakland, CA  94607\n\nOACC is wheelchair accessible and easily 
 accessible by BART, AC Transit, and several freeways. Street parking is 
 available, as well directly beneath the venue in the Pacific Renaissance 
 Plaza Garage ($2 flat rate from 5pm-midnight).  Bike parking is limited, 
 and located on the sidewalks surrounding PRP plaza.  
URL:https://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2017/08/22/18802100.php
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