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201161 minPGdocumentary

Opening Our Eyes

201161 minPGdocumentary

A mother and daughter travel the globe for 99 days to find ordinary people making a positive difference in the world.

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A mother and daughter travel the globe for 99 days to find ordinary people making a positive difference in the world.

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Gail Mooneydirector

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Mother and daughter filmmakers travel around the world over 99 days. They meet individuals who are making positive changes in their communities. These ordinary people engage in initiatives that address social issues. The filmmakers document their stories and actions as they highlight what one person can achieve. The documentary runs for 61 minutes and was released in 2011.

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