Elvis of Laos

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True Stories Shorts
SNF Parkway Theatre 2 Sat, Apr 30, 2022 7:00 PM
At the forefront of this uplifting array of personal portraits is love of family, art, tradition and community, heartwarming accounts of remarkable individuals who reject the status quo and carve out their own paths in life. From war-torn Laos and Ethiopia of the 1970's to small-town Alabama, from Morocco to Haiti and all the way back to Pikesville, Maryland, each of these passionate stories is a tale of individual dedication that is a triumph and an inspiration. COVID-19 POLICIES All Festival attendees must follow our COVID-19 health and safety protocols at ALL MdFF venues. These policies are subject to change based on local and regional metrics. New in 2020: You must reserve your seats in advance for all film screenings and premium events at this year’s festival. Face masks are required at all times in all venues Proof of vaccination (and booster shot, if eligible) OR proof of negative PCR test dated a maximum of 72 hours before the festival
True Stories Shorts
SNF Parkway Theatre 1 Sun, May 1, 2022 11:00 AM
At the forefront of this uplifting array of personal portraits is love of family, art, tradition and community, heartwarming accounts of remarkable individuals who reject the status quo and carve out their own paths in life. From war-torn Laos and Ethiopia of the 1970's to small-town Alabama, from Morocco to Haiti and all the way back to Pikesville, Maryland, each of these passionate stories is a tale of individual dedication that is a triumph and an inspiration. COVID-19 POLICIES All Festival attendees must follow our COVID-19 health and safety protocols at ALL MdFF venues. These policies are subject to change based on local and regional metrics. New in 2020: You must reserve your seats in advance for all film screenings and premium events at this year’s festival. Face masks are required at all times in all venues Proof of vaccination (and booster shot, if eligible) OR proof of negative PCR test dated a maximum of 72 hours before the festival
Film Info
Year:2019
Production Country:USA
Cast/Crew Info
Director:Van Ditthavong

Description

Through dance, conversations, and archival footage, a famous Lao singer, his son, and his granddaughter examine the artist's life, inspirations, and legacy after leaving the war torn country in late 1974.