Mahatma Gandhi called her his “precious jewel” of inspiration, and although she lived alongside him, she remained in his shadow until now. The documentary film “Kasturba Gandhi: Accidental Activist” reveals the journey of Kasturba Gandhi and introduces the wife and equal partner of Mahatma Gandhi to the world. This is the first feature film made about Kasturba Gandhi, whom Gandhi called his “guru” and “teacher of nonviolence.” This film documents her life of inspiration through Gandhi experts, Gandhi’s relatives and archival photos and film.
A free screening will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 16, at the Peters Educational Center. Fresno State President Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval will deliver opening remarks. A question-and-answer session with director and producer Cynthia Lukas and Dr. Veena Howard, professor of philosophy and Gandhi scholar, will take place following the screening. Parking is free with code 269408.
For more information and/or accommodations, please call 559.278.4435 or email by Monday, March 10.
