This program features a collection of four (4) short documentary films that center around military histories and veteran experiences:"By My Side""Echoes of Resilience""Most Decorated Marine of All Time! Lt. General Chesty Puller:Mariupol DefenderThe topics covered in these films vary widely and each short offers a unique perspective, providing viewers with a glimpse into another aspect of the lives of those who serve. Some films were created by veterans themselves, while others were made by filmmakers who sought to capture their stories. Total run time is approx. 90 minutes.In this program"BY MY SIDE"Directed by Vicki Topaz, Wynn PadulaThe three veterans and their families bravely share their pain, fear, and the difficult realization that they’ve lost time and love that they may never get back again. All three found hope where no one had looked in the heart of a faithful service dog."Echoes of Resilience"Directed by Alex Frey, Brady Ferdig
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A local filmmaker is making his debut at the GI Film Festival, which runs from May 15-20 at the Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park, with a 14-minute documentary that has been nominated for a Local Choice Award.
Former intelligence minister David Mahlobo is facing a police investigation over illegal spying activities on critics of former president Jacob Zuma. A former State Security Agency (SSA) operative’s affidavit named more than three dozen high-profile figures who were under surveillance on former president Jacob Zuma‘s instruction through high-tech equipment provided by the Russians. Among them were obvious Zuma enemies like chief justice Mogoeng Mogoeng, his former finance minister Pravin Gordhan, and ex-Public Protector Thuli Madonsela. However, names that came as a surprise were journalism professor Anton Harber, former Sygnia CEO Magda Wierzycka, and finance minister Tito Mboweni.
Wierzycka is well known for her stance against corruption and she was instrumental in exposing both the #GuptaLeaks in 2017 and the auditing firm KPMG as a facilitator of state capture within government entities. Wierzycka recently posted on Twitter that she is well aware that she has been the sub