Description
Identity: The Andrew Nemr Story is a dynamic documentary short film that journeys with international tap dance artist Andrew Nemr. Following the his unique journey – the son of Lebanese Christian immigrants, born in Canada, and grafted into the African American tradition of tap dance – the film unpacks the complexities of identity formation in a personal and engaging way.
Are you a leader of a small group, classroom, or large gathering? This film is a great way to open up the conversation of identity in an entertaining and engaging way. With study guides, available pre-recorded Q&A sessions, and live Q&A and performance options, Identity can spark dynamic conversations about who we are, what we do, and who we can become.
Runtime: 24 minutes
Who is Andrew Nemr?
Andrew is a professional tap dancer who has a heart for teaching. Mentored by Gregory Hines, Andrew has performed, taught, and spoken internationally in theater, television, universities and public schools. His work has been acknowledged with a TED Fellowship and grants from the National Endowment for the Arts. Without giving too much of the film away you can check out more of Andrew’s work here.
What is identity formation?
Identity formation is the area of inquiry that focuses on how we become who we are. The film takes a straightforward approach to this by identifying a number of areas of life that affect how we see ourselves – what we believe, our relationships, and what we do – and bringing them to life through Andrew’s story.
Does the film come with educational material?
Yes! The film has many options for supplemental materials including:
- Discussion guides
- Pre-recorded Q&A with Andrew and Jonathan Cipiti (Director)
- Theological reflection by Makoto Fujimura
How do I host a screening?
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