"Ketahanan
(Resilience)" Banda Aceh, Indonesia is the most successful story of
recovery from a major natural disaster in modern history. Eighteen
months after being leveled by a devastating tsunami, Banda Aceh
stands revitalized: a city full of life, joy and optimism for
the future. This uplifting documentary traces the path of recovery
through the voices of tsunami survivors. Orphans, rickshaw
drivers, fisherwomen and coffee grinders tell compelling tales
of survival and resilience. The documentary also highlights the partnership of local communities
with international organizations as a key factor for successful recovery. Format: Betacam, 26 min.
Executive Producer / Writer: Richard Wolf
Producers: Alexander Meillier, Tanya Ager
Music: T. Lukman Hakim, Wahyu Kurniawan
Distribution contact: United Nations Development Programme
(www.undp.org)