Green Screen: Our Planet On Film Manzanar, Diverted
Date
Thursday, April 17, 2025 | 7 pm (Doors at 6:30 pm)–9:30 pm
Location
Tickets
Limited paid parking will be available in the NHM Car Park on Bill Robertson Lane.
Manzanar, Diverted: When Water Becomes Dust (2021)
Co-Presented by Visual Communications and the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival I Runtime: 84 minutes
An inspired and poetic portrait of a place and its people, Manzanar, Diverted: When Water Becomes Dust follows intergenerational women from three communities who defend their land, their history and their culture from the insatiable thirst of Los Angeles. In this fresh retelling of the LA water story, Native Americans, Japanese-American WWII incarcerees and environmentalists form an unexpected alliance to preserve Payahuunadü (Owens Valley), “the land of flowing water.”
The film sheds light on the ongoing struggle of these communities to protect their land and cultural heritage in the face of a critical environmental issue. Manzanar, Diverted is a poignant and powerful reminder of the deep connections between land, culture, and the environment.
Stay for an exclusive post-film Q&A with award-winning filmmaker Ann Kaneko. Known for her compelling storytelling that weaves together political and personal narratives, Kaneko’s acclaimed works include Manzanar, Diverted: When Water Becomes Dust, Operation Owl, A Flicker in Eternity Against the Grain: An Artist’s Survival Guide to Perú, and Overstay. A past fellow of the California Creative Corps, Fulbright and Japan Foundation, she currently teaches at Pitzer College. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear firsthand insights from a visionary filmmaker.
What to Expect:
- Exclusive screening of Manzanar, Diverted: When Water Becomes Dust in NHM’s new Commons Theater
- Engaging post-film Q&A to explore the film’s themes
- A special reception after the film with light bites, drinks, and a chance to connect
- A first look at NHM Commons, our brand-new gathering space designed for community and conversation
Presented in collaboration with Visual Communications, the nonprofit organization dedicated to amplifying Asian Pacific American stories through media, this event also serves as a highlight from the LA Asian Pacific Film Festival. It will offer a deeper understanding of the historical and ongoing challenges in the fight for water preservation and environmental sustainability.
Don’t miss this powerful exploration of culture, history, and the environment. Reserve your FREE tickets today!
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