Day: May 2, 2011
“Burma Soldier”- exclusive screening of the film 22 June 2011-UK-Great britain and Brighton Festial 2011
Burma Soldier
Date: Wed 22 June 2011
Burma Soldier provides a rare glimpse of a brutal dictatorship seen through the eyes of a courageous former soldier who, quite literally swapped sides. He reaches out to the military asking them to examine their responsibilities as soldiers and to reflect on their duty to protect of the people that make up the nation they are sworn to serve.
The exclusive screening of the film will be followed by a discussion with Amnesty Internationals’ Burma Campaign Manager Verity Coyle. The event is free, but please ensure you book to reserve a place.
| Event Type | Film |
|---|---|
| Event venue | Human Rights Action Centre |
| Time | 6.30pm |
| Contact | Rossalyn Warren |
| rossalyn.warren@amnesty.org.uk | |
| Price | Free of charge |
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WAR:Shan State Army (SSA) North ambushes Burma Army column at Namlap, Tangyan township.
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