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Annette Mooney, Cynthia Smith, Nishi Chawla, Anil Joseph, Matt Gulbranson, Sumitra Muralidhar, and Evan Carrington in The Peace Activists

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The Peace Activists

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  • "The Peace Activists" revisits the meaning of peace and non-violence in a world without peace by placing Gandhi and MLK within the crucible of a dramatic plot that will bring out their remarkable similarities in the cause of peace.
  • In The Peace Activists, Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., and Henry David Thoreau meet in an ethereal realm beyond Earth, where time and human limitations hold no sway. As they reflect on their lives and revolutionary philosophies, these three figures engage in profound discussions that explore their shared commitment to nonviolence and justice. They confront the realities of today's world-rife with war, poverty, racial injustice, and casteism-and question whether their legacies and sacrifices achieved true, lasting change. Through moments of reflection, humor, and passionate debate, The Peace Activists offers a captivating exploration of hope, resilience, and the continuing struggle for equality and peace in a divided world.—Siddarth

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  • In The Peace Activists, Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., and Henry David Thoreau come together in a transcendent setting beyond time, where the limitations of their earthly lives fall away, allowing for an unparalleled exchange of ideas, ideals, and reflections on their shared mission for peace. Here, they revisit the moments that defined their lives and inspired countless others to challenge systems of oppression through nonviolence, civil disobedience, and moral courage. However, as they confront the realities of today's world, they are compelled to ask difficult questions: Were their sacrifices enough? Has society truly embraced the vision of unity they worked toward, or do war, casteism, poverty, and racial injustice persist as barriers to human progress?

    Their conversation flows through moments of philosophical debate, shared insights, and even humor, as they collectively explore the impact of their actions on future generations. Together, they grapple with the question of whether their dreams of a just, compassionate society have stood the test of time. As they uncover the lingering divisions that still haunt humanity, they find themselves united by a shared purpose-to inspire those still living to continue the journey they began.

    In this intimate yet universal story, The Peace Activists takes viewers on a cinematic journey through legacy, resilience, and the unyielding power of ideals that transcend lifetimes. As these iconic figures of peace challenge each other and reawaken their commitment to humanity's greater good, they leave us with a final question: Is the world ready to embrace their vision of a peaceful, united future? This reflective narrative is a reminder of the courage it takes to pursue justice, echoing a call to action for generations to come.

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