A Conversation on the Syrian Civil War with Evgeny Afineevsky

June 29, 2017

The documentary Cries From Syria brings us face to face with child protesters, revolutionary icons, activists, and high-ranking Syrian Arab Army generals who defected to join the opposition to the Assad regime. This powerful film provides a unique window into the Syrian civil war, telling the story of Syrian people who have not lost hope.

At a recent post-screening Q&A, Oscar-nominated director Evgeny Afineevsky discussed his perspective on the conflict.

Watch above.

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