2017 Winner of Best Documentary at the Respect Human Rights Festival in Belfast.
Radiance of Resistance tells the story of Janna Ayyad 9 years old, and Ahed Tamimi 14
years old who have become global ambassadors for Palestinian human rights. The film
is an intimate look at their everyday lives and roles as part of a new generation of
Palestinian civil rights leaders. “Nabi Saleh images illustrate changing asymmetry of
Israeli-Palestinian conflict” – The Guardian (Sept. 1 2015) Movie – 59min 25sec –
Documentary.
Premiering in Oregon and created by local filmmakers. This award winning film is
currently touring film festivals throughout the world.
The filmmakers. Jesse Locke moved to Bend from Eugene OR in 1998 and has lived
here ever since. He has been making movies since 2010 under his production company
AMZ Productions. Jesse Roberts has lived in Bend most of his life and his non-profit
Rise Up puts on many cultural events to the area.
Along with the director/editor/cinematographers being Bend residents other local artists
and musicians were used in the making of this film. Kevin Prather provided animation
pieces to the film and local band Third Seven provided the music for the soundtrack.
The night will be filled with entertainment and educational material regarding the movies
content and Palestine in general. There will be a silent auction/ champagne reception in
the theater starting at 730pm. The auction will be highlighting local artists and
businesses. All the proceeds going to the non-profit Rise Up. Music will be provided by
local artist Billy Mickelson. The artists and directors will be on hand to answer any
questions regarding the film. There will be a moderated Q&A after the film and a special
message from the star herself Janna Ayyad.
For more information, pictures and interviews, please contact Jesse Locke at
(541)306-1027