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Founded in 2002 in Seattle by Rita Meher and Farah Nousheen, Tasveer Film Festival is an annual event that celebrates South Asian cinema through films, panels, and other events. What began as humble community screenings aimed at countering stereotyped images of South Asians in the mainstream media after the 9/11 aftermath has today evolved into a powerhouse platform that uplifts authentic voices and bold narratives. Today, Tasveer is the only Oscar-qualifying South Asian film festival in the world.
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