International Film Festival For Children & Young People, Moscow,
Russia , September 1997
It was the trip
of a lifetime. I couldn't believe it when I got the fax from Russia inviting
myself and a guest to accompany Grandpa's
Fingers to Moscow. Actor Joseph Callaghan took a leave from his day job
as a Criminal Attorney to enjoy the Hotel Savoy and wonderful festival hospitality
with me for 10 days. The festival was timed to conincide with Moscow's 850th
Anniversary, so the city was all refurbished for the big celebration. Pavorotti,
David Copperfield, Yeltsin: they were all there to mark the occassion. We even
had our own translator, the wonderful Elizabeth.
After the lavish closing ceremonies, we jumped the overnight train to
St. Petersburg, leaving behind the 5 star comforts for a busy youth hostel.
The contrast between these two cities was unbelievable, just like the whole
trip.
My 89 year old Grandfather still can't believe that he was seen by the
Russians.
(above): Joseph Callaghan at St. Basil's Cathedral,
Moscow.
Other Festivals: Toronto-Images | Women
In the Director's Chair - Chicago | Siena Short Film Festival - Italy | New
Orleans Film & Video Festival | Moscow Film Festival
for Children & Young People | Ann Arbor Film Festival
| Vancouver Int'l Film Festival | New
York Comedy Film Festival | Créteil Women's
Film Festival - France | Quinte Film Alternative
- Belleville | Philadelphia L & G Film Festival