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Join us for this compelling five-part Friday film series, presented in conjunction with Center for Contemporary Arts, and experience a cinematic journey through the heart of Ukraine’s struggle. Echoing the themes of Amidst Cries from the Rubble: Art of Loss and Resilience from Ukraine, this film series deals with topics of loss, resilience, and the prevailing spirit of human creativity. Each film provides a unique perspective on the lives affected by the ongoing conflict, highlighting personal stories of hope, defiance, and the quest for solace amidst destruction. Film series schedule provided below.

In the Rearview (2023) | Director: Maciek Hamela | Friday, November 1, 2024 at 6:00 PM | Runtime 1h 24min | MOIFA

A small van traverses war-torn roads, becoming a fragile sanctuary for Ukrainians fleeing their homes. Through intimate confessions and shared fears, this film captures the transient refuge and relentless hope of those seeking escape from the ravages of war.

Intercepted (2024) | Director: Oksana Karpovych | Friday, November 22, 2024 at 6:00 PM | Runtime 1h 35min | Center for Contemporary Arts

Pairing compositions that capture the unsettled aftermath of invasion with intercepted phone conversations between Russian soldiers and their families back home, this film starkly contrasts Ukrainian’s everyday reality with Russia’s brutal propaganda machine, highlighting the callous disregard for civilian lives.

20 Days in Mariupol (2023) | Director: Mstyslav Chernov | Friday, December 6, 2024 at 6:00 PM | Runtime 1h 34min | MOIFA

Trapped in besieged Mariupol, a team of Ukrainian journalists documents the atrocities of the Russian invasion. Their harrowing footage captures some of the war’s most defining and devastating moments.

Rule of Two Walls (2023) | Director: David Gutnik | Friday, December 13, 2024 at 4:30 PM| Runtime 1h 16min | MOIFA

This raw and atmospheric portrait documents the lives of artists who remain in Ukraine. Their creative practices, whether in visual art, music, or performance, become acts of survival and defiance, offering a glimmer of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.

Porcelain War (2024) | Directors: Brendan Bellomo and Slava Leontyev | Friday, December 13, 2024 at 6:00 PM | Runtime 1h 30min | MOIFA

Amidst the chaos in war-torn Kharkiv, Ukrainian artists Slava, Anya, and Andrey choose to stay behind, defiantly creating beauty while defending their homeland.  Their story showcases the indomitable human spirit and sustaining power of art, proving that even amidst war, the passion for life and creation prevails. 

Image: Still from Porcelain War

Joan and Clifford Vernick Auditorium | MOIFA

FREE | RSVP HERE | Runtime 1h 16min | Director: David Gutnik

Join us for a special one-time screening of David Gutnik’s Rule of Two Walls, presented as part of our Friday film series in collaboration with Center for Contemporary Arts. We invite you to take advantage of the double feature, with Porcelain War following this screening at 6:00 PM.

Arrive early for complimentary viewing of the Amidst Cries from the Rubble: Art of Loss and Resilience from Ukraine exhibition.

VIEW THE FILM TRAILER HERE

Joan and Clifford Vernick Auditorium | MOIFA

FREE | RSVP HERE | Runtime 1h 30min  | Directors: Brendan Bellomo and Slava Leontyev

Join us for a special screening of Porcelain War, the final installment in our Friday film series, presented in collaboration with Center for Contemporary Arts. We invite you to take advantage of the double feature, with Rule of Two Walls preceding this screening at 4:30 PM.

Arrive early for complimentary viewing of the Amidst Cries from the Rubble: Art of Loss and Resilience from Ukraine exhibition. 

VIEW THE FILM TRAILER HERE

FREE Admission All Day

Join us for a delightful winter celebration at the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture (MIAC)and the Museum of International Folk Art (MOIFA). Each site has offerings for the afternoon and evening—performances, dances, holiday card making, ornament making, cookies, hot cider, red chile posole and more!  

Schedule of events:

1:00 – Jazmin Novak, Dine, Artist Talk - MIAC

2:00 – 3:00pm La Pastorela Cómica - MOIFA Auditorium

3:00 - Opening Exhibit, Printing the Pueblo World: Juan Pino of Tay Tsu Geh Oweenge - MIAC

2:00 – 4:00pm Lucha Libre ornament decorating - MOIFA Atrium

2:00 – 4:00pm Clay Dreidel Making with the Santa Fe Jewish Center – MOIFA Atrium

4:00 – 6:30pm Recycled Piñata Making - MOIFA Atrium

4:00 – 6:30pm Printmaking Holiday Cards - MIAC’s Education Classroom

4:30 – Tesuque Pueblo Dance Group - Milner Plaza

5:15 – La Pastorela Cómica, MOIFA Auditorium

6:15 - Tesuque Pueblo Dance Group - MIAC, Meem Auditorium

6:30 – 7:00pm Piñata Breaking - MOIFA Atrium

Santa Claus will be in attendance.

Join us to Celebrate  Asian New Year traditions and the Year of the Snake. There will be family-fun for all ages including art activities, performances by Quang Minh Temple Lion Dance Group, Taiko Drumming by Smokin’ Bachi Taiko and more!