My Enemy, My Brother

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Shorts: Peace Now
Bijou by the Bay Fri, Jul 31, 2015 9:00 AM
Our second documentary program features four stirring films that address the issues faced by soldiers returning home. This year’s Oscar winner for Best Documentary Short, “Crisis Hotline: Veterans Press 1” is a moving profile of the workers in America’s only call center providing counseling for troubled veterans; “My Enemy, My Brother” tells the astonishing story of former enemies of the Iran-Iraq War who reunite decades after the conflict; produced on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the start of WWI, “Soldiers’ Stories” reveals never-before-seen 3D images from a century ago; and in “Naneek,” veteran and Traverse City resident Tim Keenan returns to Vietnam to meet his former enemies and confront his past. Scheduled to Appear: “Naneek” Director Neal Steeno and Subject Tim Keenan.
Film Info
Section:Short Films
Release Year:2015
Runtime:18 min.
Production Country:Canada
Subtitles:English
Web Site:www.myenemymybrother.com
Cast/Crew Info
Director:Ann Shin

Description

Zahed and Najah are two former enemies from the Iran-Iraq War who become blood brothers for life. 25 years after one saves the other’s life on the battlefield, they meet again by sheer chance in Canada. Considering the recent coverage of the Middle East this emotional documentary story of Najah and Zahed is a surprising affirmation of humanity that cuts across political borders.