Moving Forward
Three women, one goal
Overview
Genre
Social Issues, Human Interest, Contemporary Issues, and Society
Synopsis
Microcredit may just be a theory to some, but to three low-income women in Cali, Colombia, it has become a source of hope as they work hard to take the stigma out of poverty and provide a better life for their families. Moving Forward is a powerful and inspiring tool that portrays the challenges that Luz Marina, Nancy and Consuelo have to face while revealing the impact of microcredit in their lives.
Stage
finished
Running time
27 minutes
Credits
Karen Zider
... Director, Producer and Editor
Production Details
Country
United States
Production years
2
Locations
Cali, Colombia
Distribution Details
Release year
2005
Festivals
Documentary Fortnight, MoMA NY, Athens Intl Film & Video Festival, DC Independent Film Festival, Boston Latino Film Festival, Cornell University
Awards
Winner Documentary Award, Athens Intl. Film & Video Festival
Distribution
Cinema Guild
Language
English, Spanish
Subtitles
yes
Overview
Genre
Social Issues, Human Interest, Contemporary Issues, and SocietySynopsis
Microcredit may just be a theory to some, but to three low-income women in Cali, Colombia, it has become a source of hope as they work hard to take the stigma out of poverty and provide a better life for their families. Moving Forward is a powerful and inspiring tool that portrays the challenges that Luz Marina, Nancy and Consuelo have to face while revealing the impact of microcredit in their lives.
Stage
finishedRunning time
27 minutesCredits
Karen Zider
... Director, Producer and Editor