Hala Gabriel Speaks about her Documentary 'Road to Tantura' in San Jose

Hala Gabriel speaking in San Jose on May 15, 2012

Hala Gabriel, a Los Angeles based filmmaker, spoke about her film Road to Tantura at the 11th annual Palestinian Cultural Day on Tuesday, May 15 at the Santa Clara County Government Center in San Jose. Celebration also featured: Flag Raising and Proclamation followed by a Reception with Palestinian cuisine. This event was free and open to the public, sponsored by the Palestinian Heritage Committee.

The Road to Tantura is a gripping documentary film by Hala Gabriel that follows a Los Angeles woman as she delves into the history of her family's past.

In 1948, her family left their homeland of Palestine, forced into refugee camps in Syria, and years later landed as immigrants in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

To view a short version of the film or read about it, see http://www.roadtotantura.com/




Arabology Podcast (All Episodes) ↓

Audio Interviews by Ramzi Salti ↓

Ramzi Salti: Video Interviews (Playlist) ↓

Ramzi Salti: Events + Talks (Video Playlist) ↓

Ramzi Salti's Arabology Guests ↓