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Arlington Learning in Retirement Institute presents the documentary film Mongolia Mining Challenges: Tradition Meets Modern Life, on Monday, Nov. 14 at 3:00 p.m. in the Central Library Auditorium.
Can a traditional rural civilization with a love for the land withstand the muscle of the mining industry? Produced, directed and introduced by Ed Nef, "Mongolia Mining Challenges" shows traditional Mongolian life mixed with unavoidable changes, as the country?s enormous mineral wealth is suddenly discovered and exploited by the outside world.
Produced by Santis Productions, a documentary film company based here in Arlington, VA.
Not rated, 30 minutes.
This screening is co-sponsored by Arlington Learning in Retirement Institute. Call 703-228-2144 for more information.
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Library
Documentary: "Mongolia Mining Challenges: Tradition Meets Modern Life"
Arlington Learning in Retirement Institute presents the documentary film Mongolia Mining Challenges: Tradition Meets Modern Life, on Monday, Nov. 14 at 3:00 p.m. in the Central Library Auditorium.Can a traditional rural civilization with a love for the land withstand the muscle of the mining industry? Produced, directed and introduced by Ed Nef, "Mongolia Mining Challenges" shows traditional Mongolian life mixed with unavoidable changes, as the country?s enormous mineral wealth is suddenly discovered and exploited by the outside world.
Produced by Santis Productions, a documentary film company based here in Arlington, VA.
Not rated, 30 minutes.
This screening is co-sponsored by Arlington Learning in Retirement Institute. Call 703-228-2144 for more information.
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