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Out of the Dark

Out of the Dark is a supernatural horror film with environmental themes starring Julia Stiles, Scott Speedman, and Stephen Rea. Sarah Harriman’s family has relocated from London to a small town in Colombia to take over her father’s business. Santa Clara seems like a promising place to raise their young daughter Hannah. But Sarah and her husband Paul soon learn of an ancient legend that haunts the town, one that has created a culture where ghosts have become the explanation for anything that goes wrong.
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Overview

Out of the Dark shows many aspects of life in Colombia, from modernization and globalization to the persistence of indigenous traditions. It also provides a springboard for classroom discussions of environmental issues, including environmental racism.

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Watch Out of the Dark on Amazon and other streaming platforms. Or buy the DVD or Blu-ray.

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About the Film
Exploring Environmental Issues in the Film
Beyond Columbia
Environmental Racism

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Group Discussion Facilitation Guidelines

These tips can help you create safe space for classroom engagement on the themes and subjects of this film.

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Sustainable Development Goals

Journeys in Film supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Learn more about teaching with UN SDGs. This curriculum guide connects to the following SDGs.
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