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On Common GroundsDirected By Ahmad Zahra
TO BE SHOWN BY THE SAN ANTONIO PEACECENTER
THE DATE IS JULY 9, 2006 @ THE peaceCENTER,
1443 S. ST MARYS... CO-LOCATED IN THE MENNONITE CHURCH. TIME IS 6:00 PM.
INTERFAITH COMMUNITY PROGRAM
Documentary - DVD - 57 Minutes - NTSC - Color - Stereo - English - Closed
Captioned - Full Screen Format - Plays in all Regions.
CAT# ZP00012
ISBN 0-9747497-1-0
UPC 8-80799-00012-8
Inspiring, thought provoking & highly entertaining...
Three Jewish, Christian and Muslim groups attempt to overcome their
differences by building a house together for a poor family in Mexico.
However, this gesture of good will proves to be rather challenging for
this diverse crowd. Not only will they have to face each other for the
first time, but these inexperienced builders must complete the house in an
outrageously short amount of time...
Amidst this fast paced and exhausting race against time to finish the
house, many share with us their fears and hopes and their views of "the
other side". Among them are Dassie, a Jewish lady born and raised in
Israel and Nadia, a Muslim lady born and raised in Lebanon, two ladies
from opposite sides of the Middle Eastern conflict...
"We're going to show the World that we can build and not destroy..."
Can these groups achieve their mission of building a house together, "...a
house where all of us can live, this country, this world..." as the Rabbi
hopes? And can they do it in time? This powerful story provides a fresh
and hopeful approach to peace in a world divided by conflict and takes us
on an exciting adventure beyond the boundaries of our differences to a
place of Common Grounds.
MOVIE CLIPS
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PURCHASE DVD
Help us Spread the Message of Peace...
By two copies of On Common Grounds and get the second 50% off. Buy 3
copies and get the third for $6. The extra copies can be meaningful gifts
to family or friends or you can donate them to your local Church, Mosque,
Temple, School or Public Library. They will appreciate it and you will
help spread a great message!
The film makes a great inspirational and educational tool for educators,
students, faith based organizations and interfaith groups among others.To
arrange for a public screening of this film please contact us at
contact@zahrapictures.com
OCG - 1 DVD $21.95
OCG - 2 DVD Promotion $32.95
OCG - 3 DVD Promotion $38.95
SCREENINGS
Current Screenings:
Placentia Public Library on Monday, April 10th, 2006 at 6:30 PM
This screening is sponsored by the Placentia Public Library. A panel
discussion including Q & A with the director will follow. Refreshments
will be provided. Library Address: 411 E. Chapman Ave., Placentia, CA
92870 Tel: (714) 528-1906
Past Screenings:
Fullerton Public Library, CA
Cal State Fullerton, CA
Cal State Long Beach, CA
Islamic Educational Center of Orange County
BRIDGES TV, Nationwide Broadcast
Hartford Seminary, Hartford, CT
Holy Family Cathedral, Orange, CA
11th Religious Diversity Forum, Irvine, CA
HALLMARK CHANNEL, Nationwide Broadcast Premier
1st Annual Muslim Film Festival, UC Berkeley, San Francisco.
Claremont Graduate University, School of Religion, Claremont, CA
40th Islamic Society of North America Convention (ISNA), Chicago, IL
Temple Beth El of South Orange County, Aliso Viejo, CA
Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, IN
REVIEWS
What People are saying about the film:
"Dear Mr. Zahra, I viewed your DVD and found it had very good production
values.
It was inspiring and full of hope, as well."
Joanne Hardy, Fullerton Public Library
This documentary is a powerful testament to the commitment of faith
communities to transcend religious boundaries and come together to build
rather than destroy. It is appropriate that we should think globally and
act locally, for sometimes issues that we all care about deeply but that
are halfway across the world put up barriers in our communication and
relationships with each other right here. In making this brave and
courageous move, the three congregations created a model for others,
locally, nationally and internationally that it is possible to find common
grounds from which to make a positive difference, whether in the lives of
one Mexican family or in the lives of the global family.
Zayn Kassam, Associate Professor and Chair, Religious Studies, Pomona
College, Claremont, CA
"I screened "On Common Ground" and liked it so much that I showed it in my
Honors class at Chapman University. The Honors students were also
impressed. I will order a copy for the Chapman library."
Dr. Joseph Runzo, Professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies, Chapman
University
"Dear Ahmad, I just screened On Common Grounds. Wonderful! It is powerful
and well done, engaging and effective. It deals with a critical issue --
constructive interfaith relations -- in an innovative, grounded and
hopeful way while gently inviting the viewer to get involved."
Fr. Bob Bonnot, VP Hallmark Channel
"Dear Ahmad, I saw the film at premier screening and I thought is was
great! Not only was it exciting to watch but it shows Muslims as
productive participants in an American society working side by side with
Jews and Christians. This will help the Muslim Community's image a great
deal. Thanks and keep up the good work."
Abdul Amoudi, Viewer (Email)
"I got an opportunity to watch On Common Grounds at Claremont the other
night. I heard about the film but didn't get a chance to see it till then.
I must admit I was really inspired. I will sure buy copies for my friends.
Thanks."
Miguel Arrizon, Viewer (Email)
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