Global Film Series

The Global Film Series at NC State is a collaborative initiative to bring a variety of international and globally-focused films to campus. Interdisciplinary partners across campus select films from current releases, documentaries and classics highlighting the joys and struggles of the global community in which we live. These films also provide a venue for faculty, staff, and students to share their global experiences and expertise with a wider campus and community audience. All films feature an academic introduction and an opportunity for reflection at the film's conclusion.

The Global Film Series is presented by the Office of Global Engagement and NC State University Libraries. All films are free and open to the community.

August 27, 2019, 6:30 p.m., Witherspoon Cinema

KIFARU

Directed by NC State alumnus David Hambridge, KIFARU is a feature-length documentary that follows the lives of two young Kenyan recruits who join Ol Pejeta Conservancy's rhino caretaker unit - a small group of rangers that protect and care for Sudan, the last male northern white rhino in the world. Spanning the course of the caretakers' first four years on the job, KIFARU allows viewers to intimately experience the joys and pitfalls of wildlife conservation firsthand through the eyes of these Kenyan rhino caretakers who witness extinction happening in real-time.

Following the screening, director David Hambridge and Dr. Marsha Gordon from NC State's Film Studies Department will conduct a question-and-answer discussion with the audience. This screening of KIFARU is sponsored by NC State's Film Studies Department.

NR, English, 79 minutes runtime

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September 17, 2019, 6:30 p.m., Witherspoon Cinema

Un Cuento Chino (Chinese Take-Away)

Argentina’s national treasure, Ricardo Darín, shows off his brilliant comic timing in this instant classic. Darín plays Roberto, a gruff, anti-social loner whose chance encounter with Jun, a Chinese man who has arrived in Argentina looking for his only living relative, has surprising and touching consequences.

Un Cuento Chino will be introduced by Dr. Nilda Cosco, Research Associate Professor & Director of Programs for the Natural Learning Initiative in the College of Design. This film is presented by the NC State Office of Global Engagement and the NC State University Libraries.

NR - Spanish, Mandarin with English Subtitles, 93 minutes runtime

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October 22, 2019, 6:30 p.m., Witherspoon Cinema

Ayla, The Daughter of War

Based on an astonishing true story, this Turkish film set during the Korean War tells the story of Süleyman, a sergeant in the Turkish Brigade who risks his life to save a young girl. The two form a friendship despite the language barrier between them but are torn apart when Süleyman must return home. This film is shown in partnership with the Turkish Student Association.

NR (some intense war scenes) - Korean, English, Turkish, and Chinese with English subtitles, 125 minute runtime

Turkish Dinner & a Movie: Before the film, we invite you to join us at Fountain Dining Hall for a Turkish menu!

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November 19, 2019, 6:30 p.m., Witherspoon Cinema

Entrepreneur (Yrittäjä)

This Finnish documentary tells the story of two different sets of entrepreneurs: one is a family-run business that goes from one village to another running a carnival and selling meat from a small truck. The other is a pair of two well-educated women from the capital area who have invented a vegetable protein product called Pulled Oat, and have become millionaires. The film focuses on their dreams, integrity, and ability to sustain their dignity even amidst hardships.

The film introducation will be given by Jennifer Capps, Director of Student Learning and Faculty Development at NC State Entrepreneurship. This film is sponsored by NC State Entrepreneurship.

NR - Finnish with English Subtitles, 74 minutes runtime

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Witherspoon Student Union - Campus Cinema

The Global Film Series is held in the Campus Cinema located within the Witherspoon Student Center. The Campus Cinema features 455 seats with digital projection and upgraded digital surround sound. Vending machines are available, but there is no concession stand. You may bring in outside snacks.

Address: 2810 Cates Ave, Raleigh, NC 27606

Parking Information

Free public parking is available throughout campus after 5:00pm in faculty/staff parking areas (labeled with a ‘C’ or ‘B’). Residential parking areas are enforced 7am-midnight. Please pay special attention to parking signs to ensure you are parked in an area that will not receive a ticket.
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Accessibility

If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in this event, please contact Marian Fragola at marian_fragola@ncsu.edu or 919-513-3481 to arrange services. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs​.

For Additional Information

Are you interested in sponsoring a film or getting involved in the Global Film Series? Contact the Office of Global Engagement at ncstateglobal@ncsu.edu.

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