2024, 60′, English Followed by Q & A
We kicked off this year’s Romanian Film Festival with our own documentary production, the third in a series of projects documenting the Romanian footprint in Minnesota. This groundbreaking documentary offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the lives of Romanian immigrants and their families, who have journeyed across continents to make Minnesota their home. Through candid interviews and personal stories, Journeys of Identity explores themes of cultural adaptation, intergenerational identity, and the enduring spirit of resilience that defines the immigrant experience.
Find details about this documentary here.
Event Schedule:
3:00 PM: Reception
Kick off the evening with a warm reception and enjoy live music by the talented Duo Fara Nume: Colleen Bertsch and Eric Ray, setting the tone for a memorable experience.
4:00 PM: Opening Remarks
Dorian Branea, Director of the Romanian Cultural Institute NY, will provide opening remarks, setting the stage for the evening’s program.
4:15 PM: Documentary Screening
Experience the full screening of Journeys of Identity: Romanian Immigration Stories of Resilience. This powerful documentary captures the heartfelt journeys of Romanian immigrants to Minnesota, exploring their adaptation to a new life and the intergenerational connections with their heritage.
5:15 PM: Panel Discussion and Reflections
Engage in a thought-provoking Q&A session with filmmakers and individuals featured in the documentary. Gain deeper insights, ask questions, and interact directly with those who brought these powerful stories to life.
This project was made possible in part by the people of Minnesota through a grant funded by an appropriation to the Minnesota Historical Society from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Watch a video of the premiere here put together by our video team: Andrew and Ayden Pana.
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