A Small Act

Our next Eco Film on Friday, February 1st will be A Small Act.

2010 – 88 minutes. Directed by Jennifer Arnold, English

Winner of 4 Awards, Nominated for 6

A young Kenyan’s life changes drastically when his education is sponsored by a Swedish stranger. Years later, after finishing his degree at Harvard and becoming a lawyer, he founds his own scholarship program to replicate the kindness he once received. This is a story which helps us to see that the efforts of one person can positively affect the lives of many.

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