The Japanese American Cultural and Community Center (JACCC) and the Gaia Symphony LA Screening Association present "GAIA Symphony III." There will be two screenings at 1 pm in Japanese and 4:30 pm in English.

Gaia Symphony I, II & III are beautiful documentaries, masterfully directed by Japanese filmmaker Jin Tatsumura. The three films began in the early 1990's as a collection of interviews with twelve extraordinary individuals, each distinguished in his or her own field, who have made specific contributions to society. Each strives to live in harmony with the Earth, and has achieved greatness, not through selfishness, but through the understanding of a larger reality -- one in which all living things are dependant upon each other.

Gaia Symphony III is narrated by William Devane, Dana Delany/Voiceover for Michio Hoshino by Mark Harmon.

The three subjects of Gaia Symphony III are:

• Prof. Freeman Dyson, physicist (USA) - Professor of the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, who is the subject of the book "The Starship and the Canoe." Pioneered a theory to colonize space. Author of "Infinite in All Direction" and "Disturbing the Universe."
• Michio Hoshino, photographer (Japan) - Wildlife photographer and essayist who was killed by a bear while on assignment in Kamchatcka, Russia. Michio Hoshino is recognized for respecting the fine line between human beings and nature. In the film, his friends in Alaska share their memories of his way of life and outlook on nature.
• Nainoa Thompson, ocean canoe navigator (USA) - Traditional Way finder who successfully navigated between Tahiti and Hawaii in a traditional canoe without the aid of modern navigational equipment. His voyage brought a renewed sense of cultural pride to native Hawaiians. Also began a reforesting campaign in Hawaii to replace the large trees used for traditional canoe hulls.

The purpose of the GAIA series is to educate and inspire viewers through conversations with modern-day heroes -- men and women who use their time on earth for the betterment of humanity. In a time of upheaval in so many parts of the world, it is uplifting and inspiring to see well-executed filmmaking with such a sensitive, skillful and well-delivered message of hope. Gaia Symphony touches viewers of all ages.

With GAIA, Mr. Tatsumura has created three subtle documentary films that let the audience decide what is to be learned. There is no blame to be placed; neither is there a heavy-handed moral attached. GAlA's purpose is to celebrate the future.

For further information about tickets call the box office at 213-680-3700.

For more general information:
Japanese - Naoko (310-328-1488)
English - Tony (310-541-3790)

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Two Screenings: 1 pm in Japanese 4:30 pm in English

Cost : Before day of performance - $10, On day of performance - $13, Seniors over 85 with I.D. - Free

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Sponsor(s): JACCC