SURVIVORS TEASER a film by WeOwnTV
Through the eyes of Sierra Leonean filmmaker Arthur Pratt, Survivors presents a heart-connected portrait of his country during the Ebola outbreak, exposing the complexity of the epidemic and the socio-political turmoil that lies in its wake. Survivors chronicles the remarkable stories of Sierra Leoneans during what is now widely regarded as the most acute public health crisis of the modern era. Survivors interweaves the heroic stories of Mohamed Bangura, the senior ambulance driver at the country’s main emergency vehicle dispatch; and, Margaret Kabba Sesay, a nurse who works at the Emergency Ebola Treatment Center, caring for some of the sickest patients.
Through intimate verite footage of these characters’ daily lives and Arthur’s first-person account of his own family's experience, the film not only explores how the epidemic ravaged families and communities, but also exposed broken infrastructures, deep misunderstandings between international aid organizations and the communities they serve, as well as unresolved political tensions after the decade-long civil war. In this way, Survivors profoundly wrestles with what it means to be Sierra Leonean at this critical juncture in the country’s history.
You can support our work on the WeSurvivve oral histories database here: https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/wesurvive-stories-of-the-ebola-outbreak/
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Live and Direct from the Freetown Media Centre - Barmmy Boy
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‘The New Boats’ is a documentary film that presents an eye-opening look at the impact of International Industrialized fishing in West African waters and it’s disastrous effect on local communities. Sierra Leonean filmmaker Barmmy Boy Mansaray is working together with local fisherman and together they are passionately working to prevent an environmental disaster with West African fisheries on the brink of collapse.
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Caution COVID-19 - Man Nor Go Die
A message for the youth from Foday Koroma AKA ‘Superb D King’
Superb the King | Survivors
A Message from nurse Margaret Kabba Sessay
Where do YOU get your information about how to stay safe?
What would you like to say to the healthcare workers in your life to remind them that they are seen, respected, celebrated, and loved?
In what ways have you been able to cope with shifting realities, changing routines, and unanticipated aspects of social distancing?
Survivors Film & COVID19 | Trust Hope & Solidarity
“To me it feels like a final bridge of connection between storytellers in Africa and a Western audience we have been yearning to connect with. We are grateful to POV for this opportunity and grateful to everyone who made this momentous occasion possible."
- Director, Arthur Pratt
WeOwnTV dae na ShanGhai! #survivorsfilm #SierraLeone
Rethinking the collection. “How can we today view a collection which offers glimpses of South Africa’s past through a colonial lens?” Arthur strolls Lady Anne Barnard’s banquet hall built in the 1930s at Castle of a Good Hope.
“Experience is GREAT! wIW!” Arthur, Anna and Banker riding the cable car to Table Mountain!
#SurvivorsFilm #Ebola #SierraLeone #AfricaRising #AfricanHeroes#GlobalHealth @arthur.opendoors @fitch.anna @bankerwhite
Thinking of Congo
We had a beautiful screenings of SURVIVORS at the Encounters South African International Documentary Festival Saturday night and have two more screenings at the festival: Wed 6 June / 6.45pm, [email protected] Bio and Sat 9 June / 6.15pm + Q&A, Cape Town @
V&A Waterfront. http://www.encounters.co.za/film/survivors/
We wanted to share this scene of arthur giving a sermon which didn’t make it to our final cut, but beautifully reflects Arthur’s compassionate spirit.
"I hope we all remember to show compassion to the people of Congo who are going through now what we went through. Africa has gone through wars, diseases, pestilence and unthinkable situations Africa will come out as the Victor. From Sierra Leone to Sudan from Libya to South Africa from Congo to Rwanda and Burundi we shall overcome the darkness of wars and diseases. Our stories will stand the test of time and the rest of humanity will not only remember us but will make our resilience and sheared humanity their point of reference for all ages. Viva SURVIVORS." - Arthur Victor Alexandia Pratt
#SurvivorsFilm #Ebola #SierraLeone #AfricaRising #AfricanHeroes #GlobalHealth
"Opportunities to meet and connect with people are everywhere you just need to open up your mind." - Arthur Victor Alexandia Pratt
Arthur with some new friends from Zimbabwe at The Company’s Garden, Cape Town SA. #WeOwnTV #AfricaRising #SurvivorsFilm #Ebola
Introducing Mohamed B Bangura
Introducing Mohamed B Bangura. Mohamed was the senior ambulance driver at Sierra Leone's main ambulance dispatch location during the entirety of the Ebola outbreak. He is one of only two surviving drivers who worked from the earliest days of the outbreak.
"In the world there are only two things: either the good, or the bad. So when you hear a name on the radio, or when they publish a name, either they know you for good or they know you for bad. Some men say their goodness runs from here to city center. But if you really know somebody, you know they’re never entirely good... It's what you do that makes somebody trust you."
We know the word hero gets thrown around these days, but Mohamed truely deserves that distinction. Thank you Mohamed for your selfless service to Mama Salone - from all of us at WeOwnTV.
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Introducing Margaret Kabba Sesay
Introducing nurse Margaret Kabba Sesay who worked as a state enrolled community health nurse at the EMERGENCY Ebola treatment center in Freetown during the height of the outbreak. She is a strong, compassionate and beautiful soul.
Thank you Margaret for your selfless service to Mama Salone - from all of us at WeOwnTV.
http://www.encounters.co.za/film/survivors/
#AfricanHeroes #SierraLeone #AfricaRising #SurvivorsFilm
Peace Before and After Elections.
Peace Before and After Elections.
A song by King Medal #SierraLeone
WeOwnTV Filmmaker Feloowship
Are you a documentary filmmaker living in Ghana, Guinea, Liberia or Sierra Leone? Well we have an amazing opportunity for you. Apply to the WeOwnTV Filmmaker Fellowship.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN: https://weowntv.org/get-involved/contest/
Submission deadline is April 15th & the fellowship period begins in June.
Our program will provide four filmmakers with funding for their non-fiction documentray project, one-on-one mentoring, creative labs, professional development and networking opportunities.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly with any questions about your project, the fellowship or the application provess. Email us at [email protected]
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Mr Massakoi - Comot Behen Mass Mass
Open your eyes and take notice - there is a positive movement against bribery and corruption afoot in the streets of Freetown and storming Mama Salone. #GTP #Massakoi #ComotBehenMassMass #GroundTroopsOnFootPatrol #PositiveRevolution
SURVIVORS Teaser — Donate today and 50% of funds will be match...
Today is #GivingTuesday.
For the past four years, the Freetown Media Center has provided equipment, buildings, internet access, and filmmaker training and knowledge to Africans. When the #ebola outbreak happened in 2014, these filmmakers risked everything to document the epidemic first hand. This documentary is so important!
Today, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation selected our project for 50% matching funds. We are beyond thrilled. Please give today—you really can help us finish our film. www.globalgiving.org/projects/weowntv-survivors/
Watch the teaser video below!
SURVIVORS—Today you can change the world #GivingTuesday
Today is #GivingTuesday. We believe in the power or storytelling and documenting our world.
The Freetown Media Center (made possible by Banker White and the WeOwnTV Foundation), gave equipment, buildings, internet access, and filmmaker training and knowledge to West Africans.
When the #ebola outbreak happened, these filmmakers risked everything to document the epidemic first-hand. This documentary is very important to us, and we need help finishing it. Today, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation selected our project and are offering *50% matching funds!*
Please consider donating and sharing this project. www.globalgiving.org/projects/weowntv-survivors/
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Survivors Trailer
Told through the eyes of Sierra Leonean filmmaker Arthur Pratt, SURVIVORS is a documentary portrait of his country during the Ebola outbreak.
Through intimate verité footage of people's daily lives and Arthur’s first-person account of his own family's experience, the film not only explores how the epidemic ravaged families and communities, but also exposed broken infrastructures, deep misunderstandings between international aid organizations and the communities they serve, as well as unresolved political tensions after the decade-long civil war.
www.survivorsfilm.com
