Background
At 8:52 AM on October 8th 2005 a 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck Northern Pakistan and Kashmir. Although it lasted less than 60 seconds it flattened almost everything over a 1200 square mile area, destroying lives, causing 80,000 deaths, numerous injuries and leaving 3.5 million people homeless. Devastating as this tragedy was, from its ashes rose a new hope and it spawned stories of great courage, heroism and compassion and brought together some of the most unlikely people to work hand in hand for the common cause of humanity.
Synopsis
This film explores the human dimension of the interaction between Americans and Pakistanis resulting from the earthquake. It brings to light how people relate at a human level and how easily perceptions, preconceived notions and mutual suspicion break down when people respond with their innermost self. The theme and style are positive, upbeat and celebrating the human spirit, highlighting how two diverse and sometimes diametrically opposed cultures come together and rise above these differences. The earthquake spawned countless stories of kindness, compassion and selfless giving. Our film focuses on one such story... more |
