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On September 13, 2024, the Sedona Sister Cities Association, in partnership with the Polish American Friends of Jaslo, will host the Sedona premiere of the powerful Polish film "Raze to the Ground," directed by Marcin Glowacki. This event marks the first artistic exchange with potential Sister City Jaslo, Poland, and coincides with the global premiere of the film in Jaslo.
The film will debut in Jaslo before an audience of 400, including Mayor Adam Kostrzab, as part of the 80th-anniversary remembrance of the tragic destruction of the city during World War II. Sedona has been invited to join in this important commemoration, reflecting the growing cultural ties between our communities.
The Sedona premiere will take place at 9 AM on September 13 at the Mary D. Fisher Theater. The event is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy traditional Polish pastries and coffee starting at 8:30 AM.
"Raze to the Ground" is a dramatized documentary that commemorates the 80th anniversary of the destruction of Jaslo and the 85th anniversary of Nazi Germany's invasion of Poland. The film, produced by Bogdan Miszczak and directed by Marcin Glowacki, delves into the historical events that led to the obliteration of nearly 97% of Jaslo under the orders of Dr. Walter Gentz, a German physician and SS officer. As the Soviet Army advanced in late 1944, Gentz commanded the complete destruction of the town, leaving behind a haunting legacy of war crimes.
The Sedona Sister Cities Association and the Polish American Friends of Jaslo are proud to sponsor this significant cultural event, which aims to foster understanding and remembrance of shared history while strengthening the bonds between Sedona and Jaslo.