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White Poppies are a symbol of Peace while remembering those who died in war

by Imtiaz Popat As we approach Remembrance Day or Armistice Day on November 11 to mark the end of World War II, many people wear red poppies to remember the soldiers who lost their lives. But many people wear white poppies otherwise know as peace poppies to remember all lives lost including civilian lives and…

Vancouver International Film Festival documentaries tell timely stories

Writer and activist, A Revathi, the central figure of the documentary ‘I am Revathi’, opens up about her life, her identity and society’s apathy towards trans existence by Imtiaz Popat The Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF), celebrating its 44th year, tells timely stories reflecting current issues facing the world today. Here are a couple of…

Review: Eleanor the Great is about grief and acceptance

by Imtiaz Popat Scarlett Johansson’s feature directorial debut Eleanor the Great is about grief and acceptance.  Eleanor the Great starring June Squibb, is a tale of friendship, aging, and identity. Elderly Eleanor Morgenstein (Squibb) has been living with her best friend, Bessie (Rita Zohar), at a shared house in Florida since the death of her husband. Born in…

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