The annual White Rock Social Justice Film Festival will return to First United Church this month with another batch of thought-provoking movies.
The festival, slated for Feb. 27-28, will feature five documentaries revolving around subjects such as economic inequality, salmon farming and food waste.
Now in it's 11th year, the festival has attracted a wide demographic, which continues to grow, White Rock Social Justice Film Society director Eileen Spencer told Peace Arch News.
"We are getting more families and young people. We would like to attract more of these (groups) and are having some success by choosing topical films that appeal to them," she said. "Although we have increased our audience since the beginning, we have room for more."
The film that will kick off the evening will be Inequality For All on Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. The film deals with economic unfairness in society and is narrated by Robert Reich. The discussion leader after the film will be Peter Prontzos.
On Feb. 28, at 10 a.m., the film Salmon Confidential will screen, which focuses on the controversy behind the salmon farming industry. That film will be followed by an open discussion.
The next two films focus on food, with Just Eat It and Forks and Knives screening at 1:30 and 3:15 p.m., respectively.
Finally, the festival will wrap up with Peter, Paul and Mary – Carry It On, which celebrates the social justice themes in the folk singers' music.
"You will be treated to a topical film that may challenge your ideas and then you should stay for the vigorous discussion on the film that we hope you will contributed to," Spencer said.
And for those who are looking to expand their participation with the society beyond the film festival, Spencer noted that the group is always looking for more volunteers to help with coffee, the library, membership and more.
"You can start as a volunteer and then become director, if you're a good fit," Spencer said, noting that members can borrow films for a month at no charge.
The society is presenting the film festival for $15 for the whole festival, $10 for two films or $5 for each film. However, Spencer noted, no one will be turned away if they are unable to pay.
For more information on the film festival, or on the society, visit www.whiterocksocialjusticefilmfestival.ca
First United Church is located at 15385 Semiahmoo Ave.