Hamazkaine Shant Chapter has received the film “Charents: In Search of my Armenian Poet”. The film produced and directed by Shareen Anderson is a detailed look at the life and work of the literary giant Yegishe Charents. What is described as "a must-see by all Armenians and non-Armenians", the film will be screened in Hoyts, Chatswood on Sunday February 26 2012, 4:30pm. A Hamazkaine spokesperson said: “We have only just received the film and at a brief preview I can see that this is a production that must be seen by all members of our community. Students in particular must not miss out.” “The film is an inspiration for young and old, it is an opportunity to educate our youth through a medium that can appeal to them – film.” Anderson explores the life and work of the great Charents through a literary travelogue from Armenia to the poet’s birthplace in Kars, historic Armenia. Shareen Anderson lives and works in South Africa. For an in depth look into her ideas and inspiration for this film, tune into Sardarabad Radio on Monday 6 February, 7pm-9pm to listen to a live telephone interview by Azniv Ingilizian on FM 99.3. For further details please contact Teny Aghamalian 0412 232 425.

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